posted by finnsheep at 9:42 AM
I live on a farm that has been in the Hatton family since 1859. My seven acres used to be home to Finnsheep, a rare breed from Finland. Only a few hundred are registered in the USA every year. Finnsheep are known for large litters of lambs and wool that has a very soft hand and high luster - - very popular with handspinners. I have been spinning the wool from my sheep since the mid-80's. I am no longer breeding Finnsheep, and gave the last of them away last summer. I am in the process of learning what a tremendous thrill it is to put a spinning wheel back in condition to do what it was made for! I probably have a couple of wheels and winders for sale at any given time. Don’t hesitate to ask about them. Also please visit my etsy store http://finnsheep.etsy.com
3 Comments:
Fred does beautiful work, as do you. What are you making on it right now?
I'm just fiddling around to get the feel of it. Maybe it could be a book mark.
What a beautiful gift!
(and a great new toy!)
looking fwd to seeing you in action!
(thanks for the links...off to check them out...)
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