My Obsession with Natural Dye Books I have a bit of an obsession with natural dye books. Whenever I see a new one, I can’t resist adding it to my collection. There’s something about flipping through the pages, seeing the photography of the dyes and plants, and discovering new uses for traditional dye plants that…
Learn How to Make Tassels out of Handspun Yarn We hand spinners and fiber farmers have a very niche market, and it can be difficult to make a profit with our beautiful yarn, especially if we don’t live in an area where fiber art is popular. There are many ways to diversify your income and…
The history of angora rabbits is somewhat unknown. I couldn’t find any primary source documents to support some of the historical claims I read on the internet. I read about other researchers having the same issue. Angora Rabbits History: Speculation Romans? Some people claim that the angora rabbit was developed by the Romans in 100…
I’m so excited to welcome a show quality breeding pair of giant angora rabbits to my rabbitry! My hope is that they will help me grow a rabbitry full of rabbits that produce tons of lovely fiber, and are also amazing on the show table. Check out my video for all the details! Read more…
Watch me blend some batts on my drum carder My next live fiber sale is in just a few days! I’ve been busy making all sorts of batts. Today I made a few Halloween themed batts, all naturally dyed of course. I’ve got these amazing Corriedale fleeces that I’ve been scouring and dyeing over the…
I’m in the thick of creating products to sell for my next virtual live sale. I’m a vendor at WAFA (Wool and Fiber Arts.) If you’re looking for a community of fiber artists who are supportive and kind, and especially if you are interested in gorgeous fibers grown by small farms, you have to check…
Crafting Luxurious Angora Wool Blends: The Making of My “Marshmallow Fluff” Batts When it comes to creating the perfect spinning experience, few materials rival the softness and luxury of an angora wool blend. In my studio, I’ve developed a process to craft these exquisite blends, bringing together my own angora and fine Cormo wool to…
Angora rabbits are unique to other rabbit breeds because of their long, soft coats. Because of this, they need special food, housing, care, and supplies. Here are my best tips and supplies for raising angora rabbits. Disclaimer: Many of the links in this post are affiliate links. As an Amazon associate, if you make a…
Keeping Angora Rabbits Cool: Ever wonder how to keep angora rabbits safe and cool in the summer heat without sacrificing their coats? My angora farm is in Louisiana, USA. It is hot and humid from May-October, with July and August being particularly unpleasant. During the hot summer months, it’s crucial to protect your Angora rabbits…
Great things come in small packages. Read on to discover my top reasons why angora rabbits are the perfect choice for a small farm and beginner homesteaders. Shortly after I learned how to spin yarn, I started looking into raising my own fiber animals. I’ve always loved animals and have wanted a farm for as…