Category Archives: Leicester Longwools

Episode 10: Shearing and Sweater Mods

Posted on March 12, 2017 by knittingthestash

Episode 10, my fiber folk! It’s up and I can’t wait to hear what you are working on–please share in the comments and/or on our Ravelry Group! In this episode, I talk about shearing day at Cather Capel’s Seven Sisters … Continue reading →

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Shearing Day: Seven Sisters Farm

Posted on March 7, 2017 by knittingthestash

We had quite a weekend this past week–shearing day! Our first! And we loved every minute of it thanks to Cathe of Seven Sisters Farm and the good work of many Spinners and Weavers Guild members. The day began at 8:00am … Continue reading →

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Farm Focus: Seven Sisters Farm

Posted on June 20, 2015 by knittingthestash

About a month ago, I had the chance to visit Seven Sisters Farm in Illinois. My guild-mate, Cathe Capel, runs the farm and tends the flock of Leicester Longwools. She also has chickens, three wonderful guard dogs, and some beautiful … Continue reading →

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