Mary the Alpaca Goes to School
We have not taken our alpacas to any kind of events other than shows in the past. The other week we had a request from [...]
A Surprise Cria – Mom Has No Milk.
I am not a fan of surprises, whether good or bad. I certainly don't like them in the early hours of the morning when my [...]
Winter preparations on the alpaca farm.
While the trees are finally showing their fall colors it is time to make winter preparations on the farm. We had a wet year here [...]
North Country Fiber Fair – September 23 – 24
The 25th annual North Country Fiber Fair was held in Watertown, South Dakota on September 23 and 24. This fair is a real celebration of [...]
Alpacas – Dealing with Heat and Humidity
Alpacas find dealing with heat and humidity in summer challenging. We have found they can learn to adapt if we give them some support. It [...]
Alpaca and Fair Isle, a Work in Progress
Shetland wool is synonymous with Fair Isle knitting. In it's dyed and natural state it has a huge color range, ideal for the wonderful range [...]
Fiber Tuesday – Farewell to the Wool Shed
Fiber Tuesday is usually my favorite day of the month when I get to meet up with my creative fiber friends. This month it was [...]
Fiber “U”, July 15 and 16
Fiber "U" is all about fiber and promoting the Fiber Arts. Two days of classes from spinning to weaving, from dying to lace making, from [...]
Choosing a Fiber Mill for your Alpaca
There are an increasing number of fiber mills available offering to process your alpaca fleece. How do you go about choosing a fiber mill for [...]
Iowa Sheep and Wool Festival
The Iowa Sheep and Wool Festival was fun! It was a new venue this year with everything under one roof. It reminded me of an [...]