happy blue faced leicester sheep
It’s been a busy, hectic and an edgy week ! Apart from the huge task of dyeing all the clubs, designing the labels, pack the extra gifts for the members, there were also custom spinning orders, bunny grooming and care, more spinning, dyeing AND some pretty scary times again with a Bunyip State Forest Fire on our doorstep. Acres and Acres have been lost of the forest and lots of people have lost their homes and animals have died. It is traumatizing and so heartbreaking to see so much damage done. We have been extremely lucky again, just like 10 years ago, we were in the middle of this big birthday cake with bush fires surrounding us. The only difference was that the wind was not as strong and the heat was not as high as 10 years ago. there was a blanket of smoke covering us and it was very hard to breathe. Nevertheless, it was nerve wrecking at times. On Wednesday the temperature dropped to around 11 degrees after having been in the 30s and believe it or not we got hail, rain and the weather forecasters told us that there was even a snow flurry possible on Mt Baw Baw near us.. the weather is funny.........
It was also funny to re read last weeks blog that said I was taking more time for myself…it feels that this week that idea totally went down the drain so to speak. With so many clubs going out and doing all the other stuff it just means there is no time to spare for anything else,except cooking and trying to get some sustenance into me. I am trying to figure out ways to do things more time savvy. Up until this time I have absolutely no clue on how to go about doing that..yet. When I do find time, I will let you know..LOL
So, here I am, still here! The March clubs will be ready to ship off to all the members on Monday. We have had so much smoke early this week because of all the fires, I did not want to dry the tops and yarns outside, thinking no one would appreciate that hipster lumberjack smokey smell. LOL Anyway, let’s get this show on the road because there is a LOT I have to offer you this week: A new trial blend of Blue faced Leicester and bunny and of course the sign ups for the next round of clubs are open but only for another few weeks OR until they fill up ! So, don’t wait too long and if you are already a member, it does not automatically renew , you just have to let me know by sending me an email or a direct message that you wish to renew your membership.
If you do not know a lot about the Blue Faced Leicester sheep, here is some information for you, together with a very interesting chat with Mr Stephenson from the Blue Faced Leicester Association. Enjoy the read !
According to the BFL Breeder’s Association, the fibre of the Blue Faced Leicester Sheep is around 20-25 microns, up to 6″ staple length. So not quite as fine as Merino and about 4 cms longer, which is why it gets that “Easy to spin!” label attached to it so often. Longwool sheep breeds are known for long, curly, lustrous fibre. While the Merino is fluffy, the BFL has ringlets. Kind of like the difference between a suri alpaca and a huacaya alpaca. The BFL I have isn’t quite so OMG-I-can’t-believe-how-soft-this-is as the Merino, but it’s soft enough for next-to-skin wear. Because of their curly locks BFL wool doesn’t have the same super crimp as Merino. This means yarn spun from it is a bit less elastic, less fluffy, with less memory. But it’s got two things that Merino doesn’t – drape and shine. Drape is kind of the opposite to memory. Instead of springing back into place, it hangs where it’s put, without the heaviness of alpaca.
The shine of the Blue Faced Leicester is a bonus feature. Ittakes the dye a lot easier, which means you get a lot more depth of colour or brightness. On top of the lack of crimp, the scales on the fibre are shaped differently, which also means it’s a bit harder to felt.
The Bluefaced Leicester evolved from a breeding scheme, to develop the Longwool sheep in the 1700's, by Robert Bakewell. Originally known as the Dishly Leicester. The breed was developed over the next 200 years and became commonly known as the Hexham Leicester due to it's early concentration in the North of England. Today it is known as the Bluefaced Leicester and is now the most popular crossing sire throughout the British isles. In 1963 the Bluefaced Leicester Sheep Breeders Association was formed to encourage the breeding and maintain the purity of the Bluefaced Leicester sheep. A flock book was also established. Today there are 1200 members with an average flock size of 20 ewes. The Bluefaced Leicester is regularly crossed with many of the native British breeds, particularly hill breeds such as Swaledale, Blackface, Welsh Mountain and Cheviot, to produce the Mule ewe. The term Mule sheep means any crossbred sired by a Bluefaced Leicester. The 'Mule ewe' now makes up almost half of the UK's crossbred ewe population.
It is estimated that Bluefaced Leicester rams sire Mule-type females from more than 40 native breeds – all with the inherent ability to be prolific, milk well and be naturally good mothers. Tracing back to the original Longwool “improver” rams developed by Robert Bakewell in Derbyshire almost 200 years ago, the Bluefaced Leicester is at the core of today’s sheep industry. More than half the UK’s breeding ewes are Mules and are sired by Bluefaced Leicester rams. From its stronghold in the North East and in Cumbria, where the pursuance of perfection has often become an all-consuming passion for generations of farming families, the addiction has spread far and wide, with Wales and Scotland now the home of many leading flocks. By far the widest use of Bluefaced Leicester rams is seen across flocks of Swaledale, Blackface and Welsh Mountain ewes to produce the North of England Mule, the Scotch Mule and the Welsh Mule. In the case of the North of England Mule it’s estimated that more than 200,000 ewe lambs are sold at auction every autumn. But breeders of Mule ewe lambs from north country hill-bred ewes have always prided themselves in one particular feature of the sheep they sell – their face markings.
In an age when farmers are encouraged to put performance figures first and eye-appeal second, breeders of North of England Mule sheep still set great store by the “pretty faces” of their lambs. Bluefaced Leicester rams from bloodlines able to produce the colour needed to create the striking black and white “butterfly” markings on Mule lambs have always been among the most sought after. But now a new version of the breed has become established.
The crossing-type Bluefaced Leicester is a far cry from how the breed looked 30 years ago, with many sheep now carrying colour on the face – almost mirroring their cross-bred progeny. Despite the split in the ranks of the breed over the two types being bred under the Bluefaced Leicester name, those responsible for producing this new version refute any claims that colour is taking their eye away from conformation.
Ironically, there was a time when a Bluefaced Leicester ram showing any sign of brown markings on its legs was considered unsuitable to breed from among the purists. But while premium prices have always been paid for North of England Mule ewe lambs with strikingly marked faces, it was soon obvious that change was inevitable. When some Swaledale flocks bought the “reject” coloured tups and found they produced more colour in their progeny, it triggered a rethink by radical Bluefaced Leicester breeders about the type of tups they needed to breed.
The outcome has been the development of this new type of Bluefaced Leicester. It has created two breeds with one name – the traditional blue-head type with white legs and no trace of any colour and the crossing type with markings on both legs and face. Exponents of both types defend their sheep vehemently. Breeders who have stayed true to the traditional type say they have steadily improved the conformation of their sheep.
As one breeder commented: “There are some traditional Bluefaced Leicester tups with back ends as good as any Texel’s.” Breeders of the crossing type believe they have sacrificed nothing in terms of conformation, but have gained much in producing rams capable of giving the desired face colour that Mule producers want in their lambs. While rumblings continue about the rights and wrongs of what’s happened to the Bluefaced Leicester and whether or not it should be officially split into two breeds, what are the implications for commercial sheep producers?
Bluefaced Leicester Sheep Association chairman Carl Stephenson, who farms in Co Durham, is adamant that the Bluefaced Leicester is still one breed. “It has developed into two types, but it’s not the colour on the skin that matters, it’s the blood that runs in the veins,” says Mr Stephenson. “First and foremost these sheep have got to have the right conformation, a good mouth and a good fleece and those who are breeding the crossing types carrying more colour are well aware of that.
“There’s still good demand for traditional Bluefaced Leicesters and last year saw a real resurgence, with a lot of traditional type tups bought for crossing,” says Mr Stephenson. While that may be the case, there are widening divisions in the two “type” camps.
Rumblings of the need for a separate breed society appear to have been quelled, but some shows are using two judges to assess the different types entered. Although the traditional blue-headed type has long been able to produce coloured faces on its lambs, the quest for more colour by using crossing-types could risk producing too much colour and even solid-faced Mule lambs. While it’s clear that many Bluefaced Leicester flocks are now favouring breeding the crossing type because of the demand from the largest number of buyers, it’s equally vital that the gene pool of traditional types is protected.
There is also a change in how colour in the fleece is perceived since smaller mills have been able to process smaller amounts of variations of fleece colours, instead of it all having to be white. Personally I think that is a good thing and it shows in the tops I offer you today: there are three different colours in the top: white, fawn and brown together with some of our angora bunny, gently gilded into a very nice spinnable tops. The Blue faced Leicester takes the dye beautifully and with 4 colours in the top it adds a lovely depth and nuance to the colours.
Although I love the cute markings of the face, I am a true believer of the traditional looks and qualities and colours of the fleeces, however: there are a lot of positives to be found "blending". it is a contentious subject in sheep breeders but at the same time a very exciting one.
Here are some photos of this amazing breed of sheep:
It was also funny to re read last weeks blog that said I was taking more time for myself…it feels that this week that idea totally went down the drain so to speak. With so many clubs going out and doing all the other stuff it just means there is no time to spare for anything else,except cooking and trying to get some sustenance into me. I am trying to figure out ways to do things more time savvy. Up until this time I have absolutely no clue on how to go about doing that..yet. When I do find time, I will let you know..LOL
So, here I am, still here! The March clubs will be ready to ship off to all the members on Monday. We have had so much smoke early this week because of all the fires, I did not want to dry the tops and yarns outside, thinking no one would appreciate that hipster lumberjack smokey smell. LOL Anyway, let’s get this show on the road because there is a LOT I have to offer you this week: A new trial blend of Blue faced Leicester and bunny and of course the sign ups for the next round of clubs are open but only for another few weeks OR until they fill up ! So, don’t wait too long and if you are already a member, it does not automatically renew , you just have to let me know by sending me an email or a direct message that you wish to renew your membership.
If you do not know a lot about the Blue Faced Leicester sheep, here is some information for you, together with a very interesting chat with Mr Stephenson from the Blue Faced Leicester Association. Enjoy the read !
According to the BFL Breeder’s Association, the fibre of the Blue Faced Leicester Sheep is around 20-25 microns, up to 6″ staple length. So not quite as fine as Merino and about 4 cms longer, which is why it gets that “Easy to spin!” label attached to it so often. Longwool sheep breeds are known for long, curly, lustrous fibre. While the Merino is fluffy, the BFL has ringlets. Kind of like the difference between a suri alpaca and a huacaya alpaca. The BFL I have isn’t quite so OMG-I-can’t-believe-how-soft-this-is as the Merino, but it’s soft enough for next-to-skin wear. Because of their curly locks BFL wool doesn’t have the same super crimp as Merino. This means yarn spun from it is a bit less elastic, less fluffy, with less memory. But it’s got two things that Merino doesn’t – drape and shine. Drape is kind of the opposite to memory. Instead of springing back into place, it hangs where it’s put, without the heaviness of alpaca.
The shine of the Blue Faced Leicester is a bonus feature. Ittakes the dye a lot easier, which means you get a lot more depth of colour or brightness. On top of the lack of crimp, the scales on the fibre are shaped differently, which also means it’s a bit harder to felt.
The Bluefaced Leicester evolved from a breeding scheme, to develop the Longwool sheep in the 1700's, by Robert Bakewell. Originally known as the Dishly Leicester. The breed was developed over the next 200 years and became commonly known as the Hexham Leicester due to it's early concentration in the North of England. Today it is known as the Bluefaced Leicester and is now the most popular crossing sire throughout the British isles. In 1963 the Bluefaced Leicester Sheep Breeders Association was formed to encourage the breeding and maintain the purity of the Bluefaced Leicester sheep. A flock book was also established. Today there are 1200 members with an average flock size of 20 ewes. The Bluefaced Leicester is regularly crossed with many of the native British breeds, particularly hill breeds such as Swaledale, Blackface, Welsh Mountain and Cheviot, to produce the Mule ewe. The term Mule sheep means any crossbred sired by a Bluefaced Leicester. The 'Mule ewe' now makes up almost half of the UK's crossbred ewe population.
It is estimated that Bluefaced Leicester rams sire Mule-type females from more than 40 native breeds – all with the inherent ability to be prolific, milk well and be naturally good mothers. Tracing back to the original Longwool “improver” rams developed by Robert Bakewell in Derbyshire almost 200 years ago, the Bluefaced Leicester is at the core of today’s sheep industry. More than half the UK’s breeding ewes are Mules and are sired by Bluefaced Leicester rams. From its stronghold in the North East and in Cumbria, where the pursuance of perfection has often become an all-consuming passion for generations of farming families, the addiction has spread far and wide, with Wales and Scotland now the home of many leading flocks. By far the widest use of Bluefaced Leicester rams is seen across flocks of Swaledale, Blackface and Welsh Mountain ewes to produce the North of England Mule, the Scotch Mule and the Welsh Mule. In the case of the North of England Mule it’s estimated that more than 200,000 ewe lambs are sold at auction every autumn. But breeders of Mule ewe lambs from north country hill-bred ewes have always prided themselves in one particular feature of the sheep they sell – their face markings.
In an age when farmers are encouraged to put performance figures first and eye-appeal second, breeders of North of England Mule sheep still set great store by the “pretty faces” of their lambs. Bluefaced Leicester rams from bloodlines able to produce the colour needed to create the striking black and white “butterfly” markings on Mule lambs have always been among the most sought after. But now a new version of the breed has become established.
The crossing-type Bluefaced Leicester is a far cry from how the breed looked 30 years ago, with many sheep now carrying colour on the face – almost mirroring their cross-bred progeny. Despite the split in the ranks of the breed over the two types being bred under the Bluefaced Leicester name, those responsible for producing this new version refute any claims that colour is taking their eye away from conformation.
Ironically, there was a time when a Bluefaced Leicester ram showing any sign of brown markings on its legs was considered unsuitable to breed from among the purists. But while premium prices have always been paid for North of England Mule ewe lambs with strikingly marked faces, it was soon obvious that change was inevitable. When some Swaledale flocks bought the “reject” coloured tups and found they produced more colour in their progeny, it triggered a rethink by radical Bluefaced Leicester breeders about the type of tups they needed to breed.
The outcome has been the development of this new type of Bluefaced Leicester. It has created two breeds with one name – the traditional blue-head type with white legs and no trace of any colour and the crossing type with markings on both legs and face. Exponents of both types defend their sheep vehemently. Breeders who have stayed true to the traditional type say they have steadily improved the conformation of their sheep.
As one breeder commented: “There are some traditional Bluefaced Leicester tups with back ends as good as any Texel’s.” Breeders of the crossing type believe they have sacrificed nothing in terms of conformation, but have gained much in producing rams capable of giving the desired face colour that Mule producers want in their lambs. While rumblings continue about the rights and wrongs of what’s happened to the Bluefaced Leicester and whether or not it should be officially split into two breeds, what are the implications for commercial sheep producers?
Bluefaced Leicester Sheep Association chairman Carl Stephenson, who farms in Co Durham, is adamant that the Bluefaced Leicester is still one breed. “It has developed into two types, but it’s not the colour on the skin that matters, it’s the blood that runs in the veins,” says Mr Stephenson. “First and foremost these sheep have got to have the right conformation, a good mouth and a good fleece and those who are breeding the crossing types carrying more colour are well aware of that.
“There’s still good demand for traditional Bluefaced Leicesters and last year saw a real resurgence, with a lot of traditional type tups bought for crossing,” says Mr Stephenson. While that may be the case, there are widening divisions in the two “type” camps.
Rumblings of the need for a separate breed society appear to have been quelled, but some shows are using two judges to assess the different types entered. Although the traditional blue-headed type has long been able to produce coloured faces on its lambs, the quest for more colour by using crossing-types could risk producing too much colour and even solid-faced Mule lambs. While it’s clear that many Bluefaced Leicester flocks are now favouring breeding the crossing type because of the demand from the largest number of buyers, it’s equally vital that the gene pool of traditional types is protected.
There is also a change in how colour in the fleece is perceived since smaller mills have been able to process smaller amounts of variations of fleece colours, instead of it all having to be white. Personally I think that is a good thing and it shows in the tops I offer you today: there are three different colours in the top: white, fawn and brown together with some of our angora bunny, gently gilded into a very nice spinnable tops. The Blue faced Leicester takes the dye beautifully and with 4 colours in the top it adds a lovely depth and nuance to the colours.
Although I love the cute markings of the face, I am a true believer of the traditional looks and qualities and colours of the fleeces, however: there are a lot of positives to be found "blending". it is a contentious subject in sheep breeders but at the same time a very exciting one.
Here are some photos of this amazing breed of sheep:
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Please don't hesitate to contact me at any time if you have any questions okay? Always happy to enable. All my contact details are to be found at the end of this week’s blog entry. Have fun !!!
ps..interested in traditional Blue faced Leicester White tops that are handdyed ? Check in next week for more shiny happy sheep !
ps..interested in traditional Blue faced Leicester White tops that are handdyed ? Check in next week for more shiny happy sheep !
IxCHeL Traditional Blue Faced Leicester Bunny Tops
Blue Faced Leicester sheep in three colours with a "dash" of Angora bunny (95/5)
100+gram top AU$24
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Coburg Town hall, 90 Bell Street, Coburg VIC 3058
I'll be there with an amazing amount of new exclusive NEW yarns (and some wool to spin as well) !!!
I will also have spindles by the amazing Bearded Dragon and lots of fibre tools as well from darning mushrooms to noste pinne, Turkish spindles, Navajo and Mayan spindles, Turkish spindles and needle cases to distaffs.
Get ready for a fabulous SUNDAY filled with lots of craft and YARNIE fun !!!
Go to http://www.sheepshow.com to see what is happening and book your tickets. The Bendigo Sheep and Wool show is the biggest wool show in Australia ! with an amazing amount of woolcraft, indie dyers, a huge amount of tops, yarn, craft, felt and spindles, spinning wheels and anything you need for your knitting,crocheting and crafting.
I will be there with an amazing amount of new exclusive wool blends and yarns, batts, felt and landscape and botanical natural dyes and so much more !!!
I will also have spindles by the amazing Bearded Dragon and lots of fibre tools as well from darning mushrooms to noste pinne, Turkish spindles, Navajo and Mayan spindles, Turkish spindles and needle cases to distaffs, and something amazing for spinners and knitters.
Get ready for a fabulous weekend filled with lots of craft and fun !!!
IxCHeL Club Sign ups for the second trimester of 2019 are NOW OPEN !!!
Here is the overview of all the clubs shipped out to all the members in 2018 and January 2019.
Teasers of the February club will be posted on my Instagram, Facebook and Twitter soon !
If you would like to join for the next round just PM me.
Here is a photo compilation of the 2018/2019 clubs to give you an idea what the "Art Journey" Theme has been all about : The interpretation of art into fibre. And I can add 2019 January club to that overview as well now !
IxCHeL Clubs 2019
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IxCHeL Fibre Club April, May and June 2019
The subscription is for a period of three months and you will receive one special hand dyed top/roving per month to the value of AU$25 or more.
All the tops will be hand dyed and will be especially made for the members of IxCHeL Fibre Club ! Price to join the IxCHeL Fibre Club #39 and receive your special hand dyed top :)) for three months (April, May and June 2019) is AU$75 + postage (parcel post or airmail). AND there are good value double serves available !!!
For Australia : single serve $75+$29 postage (parcel post), double serve $142+$29 (save $8) or triple serves $214 (save $11!) + postage
For USA + Canada: single serve AU$75+AU$57 (Airmail) double serve AU$142+AU$57; triple serve $214 (save $11) + postage
For UK,Europe, rest of the world: Single serve AU$72+AU$69 (airmail) Double serve AU$136+AU$69; triple serve $214 (save $11) + postage
For Asia: Single serve AU$72+AU$50 (airmail) Double serve AU$136+AU$50; triple serves $214 (save $11) + postage
If you want to receive a fibre surprise every month then join the IXCHEL FIBRE CLUB #39 now. Numbers are strictly limited ! The April 2019 Club is going to be shipped out end of April, the May club mid May and the June club Early June. Payment via direct deposit or credit card or paypal. Just PM or email me your details.
The IxCHeL Yarn Clubs April, May and June 2019
Every month for three months (April, May and June 2019) you will receive: enough hand dyed luscious yummy yarn to make a pair of socks or a lush shawl or scarf of course! (the hand dyed yarn will be exclusive for the Ixchelbunny SOCK-IT-TO-ME Yarn CLUB and will range from a sockweight yarn (a 4ply/fingering weight yarn) or an 8ply / DK weight enough to make a pair of socks ; Every month a sock or scarf pattern, tips and instructions ! Now is that GOOD or is that GOOD ??!
I will even offer a double serve for those of you who like their socks or scarves extra long !
For Australia : single serve $87+$29 postage (parcel post) double serve $150( save $24!!) +$29 postage
For USA + Canada: single serve AU$87+AU$57 (Airmail) double serve $150 (Save $24!!) +AU$57
For UK,Europe, rest of the world: Single serve AU$87+AU$69 (airmail) Double serve $150 (Save $24!!) +AU$69
For Asia: Single serve AU$87+AU$50 (airmail) Double serve $150 (= Save $24!!!) +AU$50
Numbers are strictly limited !
Payment via direct deposit or credit card or paypal . Just PM or email me your details
By the way: you don’t HAVE to knit socks if you don’t want to.. the hand dyed yarn is amazingly nice for scarves, cowls, beanies and even tops ! Anything goes . The April 2019 Club is going to be shipped out end of April, the May club mid May and the June club Early June.
IxCHeL Funky Bunny Batt Clubs April, May and June 2019
Here are all the details. Just pm me when you have any questions or want to be part of the funky bunny batt club Movement ;-) Welcome to the blingy dark side ;-D
The subscription is for a period of three months and you will receive one special hand dyed funky bunny batt per month to the value of AU$40 or more .
The batts will range in weight from 140grams to 170grams with luxury fibres like camel , angora, cashmere, silk, yak, llama even wallaby and bison and rare sheep breeds !!!! All the batts will be hand dyed and will be especially made for the members of IxCHeL funky bunny Club ! Every month you will receive a HUGE luxury funky bunny batt !
Sign up now and you will receive an IxCHeL Hand dyed , super luxurious funky bunny batt for April , May and June 2019
Price to join the IxCHeL Funky bunny for three months is :
For Australia : $114+$29 postage (parcel post)
For USA + Canada: AU$114+AU$57 (Airmail)
For UK,Europe, rest of the world: AU$114+AU$69 (airmail)
For Asia: AU$114+AU$50 (airmail)
If you want to receive a fibre surprise every month then join the IXCHEL FUNKY BUNNY BATT CLUB now.
Numbers are strictly limited !
The April 2019 Club is going to be shipped out end of April, the May club mid May and the June club Early June. Payment via direct deposit or credit card or paypal. Just PM or email me
Have a fun week Creating your Dreams!
All my contact details are here:
Please don't hesitate to contact me at any time if you have any questions okay? Always happy to enable. All my contact details are to be found at the end of this week’s blog entry.
Have a fun weekend !!!
Have a fun weekend !!!
Please don't hesitate to contact me at any time if you have any questions okay? Always happy to enable. All my contact details are also to be found at the end of this week’s blog entry.
Have a creative week!
Please don't hesitate to contact me at any time if you have any questions okay? : Always happy to enable.
How To Order:
1. You can email me on ixchel at rabbit dot com dot au or ixchelbunny at yahoo dot com dot au
2. Message me on facebook or
3. Message me on www.ravelry.com where I am ixchelbunny.
4. message me on Instagram where I am @ixchelbunny
I will email you right back with all your order details and payment methods.
Any questions? Any custom orders for yarn or dyeing fibre? : Please don’t hesitate to ask! Always happy to enable.
2. Message me on facebook or
3. Message me on www.ravelry.com where I am ixchelbunny.
4. message me on Instagram where I am @ixchelbunny
I will email you right back with all your order details and payment methods.
Any questions? Any custom orders for yarn or dyeing fibre? : Please don’t hesitate to ask! Always happy to enable.
Dates to put in your Calendar
McClelland Spinners And Weavers Guild Spin in
Wednesday April 10th, 10 - 3pm
At the McClelland Sculpture Park (follow the signs once you enter the park, you have to drive a bit to get to the right cottage)
Theme for this years SPin In is :
EASTER BONNET - HAT
It's still time to create your very own Easter Hat with or without Bunnies !
Here is a hat with bunnies you can make with a free pattern:
and here is the link to the pattern:
https://craftox.com/free-bunny-hat-knitting-pattern-fair-isle-jacquard/
Handknitters Guild Show, Coburg Town Hall
Sunday 26th of May, 10 – 3pm.Coburg Town hall, 90 Bell Street, Coburg VIC 3058
I will also have spindles by the amazing Bearded Dragon and lots of fibre tools as well from darning mushrooms to noste pinne, Turkish spindles, Navajo and Mayan spindles, Turkish spindles and needle cases to distaffs.
Get ready for a fabulous SUNDAY filled with lots of craft and YARNIE fun !!!
Friday July 19th to Sunday July 21st
Australian Sheep and Wool Show, Bendigo.Go to http://www.sheepshow.com to see what is happening and book your tickets. The Bendigo Sheep and Wool show is the biggest wool show in Australia ! with an amazing amount of woolcraft, indie dyers, a huge amount of tops, yarn, craft, felt and spindles, spinning wheels and anything you need for your knitting,crocheting and crafting.
I will be there with an amazing amount of new exclusive wool blends and yarns, batts, felt and landscape and botanical natural dyes and so much more !!!
I will also have spindles by the amazing Bearded Dragon and lots of fibre tools as well from darning mushrooms to noste pinne, Turkish spindles, Navajo and Mayan spindles, Turkish spindles and needle cases to distaffs, and something amazing for spinners and knitters.
Get ready for a fabulous weekend filled with lots of craft and fun !!!
RABBIT ON !
((hugs))
Charly
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