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Grades of alpaca fiber and what they mean

Have you had your alpaca fibers graded and sorted and still not sure what to do with your fiber or confused about all the terminology? Hopefully these charts and explanations can help you out a bit. WL :   Woolen … Continue reading

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So you are thinking about owning a fiber animal?

I was contacted by someone yesterday that wanted to know what it would take to raise a sheep to the point of fiber harvest. She asked for a brief description. I could probably make it into a short story, but … Continue reading

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“On Handwork”

“On Handwork” is a 4.5 minute video by Renate Hiller on what it means to be a handworker. I think she does a great job of summing up what most of us feel when we are creating something. The rewards … Continue reading

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Our first time at the Pet Chickens of Virginia Swap

  The Tractor Supply Companies are having events this weekend and we will be setting up our market tent on Saturday March 10 from 8 to 2. Not sure exactly what it is, but I think it’s related to “Chick Days”. Chicks … Continue reading

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