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A well-skirted sheep’s fleece that has been raised with a handspinner in mind saves precious time in preparation, so that we can get to the good part—spinning! But do you know the true cost of a sheep’s fleece?
The fall harvest is finally finished: the crops are in, barn is full of hay, and the last group of woolly ewes was shorn.
If fiber is your thing, a yearly pilgrimage to the local sheep and wool festival is a must! Attending the festival with limited funds?
In “Bluefaced Leicester Crossbred Wool” from Spin Off Fall 2016, Carol explains what to look for in a crossbred sheep fleece.
A Shepherd's Calendar: One of the most important lessons I have learned as a shepherd is to always be flexible. It sounds so simple, but I have to remind myself of this over and over.
