Shearing
The Martha’s Vineyard/Hudson Valley Fiber Farm Spring Shearing Day.
Wow. (And, as always, click to see bigger pictures.)
Yes, there was shearing today.
The sheep waiting to be sheared today hung out in the trailer to keep them dry (and unfed) while they waited their turns.
The audience was absolutely entranced. (And, I think, being quietly grateful that that’s not the way they need to get their own hair cut.)
There were lots of people and a ton of food.
I mean, look at all those cars … and that was just looking in one direction! One thing’s for sure–Susan and Patrick definitely know how to throw a party.
There were also a lot of dirty kids … and I don’t just mean the four-legged ones (grin).
Let’s not forget the yarny-goodness in the store. You know, The Store, otherwise known as the porch?
We definitely got lucky with the weather, considering the thunderstorms that went through last night. And considering how wet it was this morning–and how much it looked like it really did plan on raining today.
I just have to thank Susan, Patrick and Erin for inviting us all. Their farm is just gorgeous, too–trees, water, flowers, scenic spots to sit or admire. They even brought in a Sax ensemble from the local high school (thanks, Harry!) to entertain us all–and they were darn good, too!
Of course, since it ended up NOT raining, I’m kind of feeling badly now about not bringing Chappy along … though, of course, there technically weren’t any dogs allowed. He was NOT happy when we left the house without him this morning! Mom and I got to hang out with Jessica, though, and it was really good to see her–go wish her luck for her surgery on Monday, huh?
Oh, yeah, I gave Susan the rest of her birthday surprise, too.
And, um, it’s possible that a pound and a half of Rambouillet followed me home. (Don’t know how that happened!)
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So the Rambouillet followed you home? Wow you are one lucky spinner! It is so silky smooth and lovely. It’s an apt reward for taking such great pictures of the day. They really capture the spirit of the party.
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Ramboulliet is one of my favorite fibers to spin. I affectionately call it Rambo.
Enjoy! Looks like you had a lot of fun yesterday.
That looks like it was a lot of fun! Wish I could have been there
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You’d think that being sheared would’ve solved the following problem with that Rambouillet, hmm? (as in, no legs, no longer attached, etc)
glad you had fun! i had told my mom in case they wanted to road trip it for fun and go instead of me! Thanks for posting the pics!
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Looks like you all had a fun day. Glad the weather held out for you. We went to NH Sheep & Wool and it was a bit drizzly at first, but got better in the afternoon. I think we just need to pass a law that no rain is allowed on any weekends in May – there is way too much fiber importance going on now.
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It was a lovely day! I’m so glad I got to check it out – Susan & Patrick are indeed wonderful hosts. The Rambouillet was tempting. The only thing holding me back was the fact that I actually have bins of it at my house already which need to be spun. That saved me. I am sorry I didn’t get to meet Chappy, but it was nice meeting you and your mom!
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What fun! Those shearers make it look so easy.
Judging from those pictures, more than a couple pounds of fiber would have followed me home had I been there! What yummy yarns! Thanks for sharing.
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