Livestock
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The Charm of Balwen Sheep and Their Unique Wool
Nestled in the rolling hills of Wales, the Balwen Welsh Mountain sheep is a breed that captivates both shepherds and fibre enthusiasts alike. Known for their distinctive markings and hardy nature, these sheep are not just a delight to the eye but also a source of unique and versatile wool. A Brief History of the…
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Discovering Torddu Sheep and Their Remarkable Wool
Sybil and Angua in my flock are two of the most friendly little girls and they are utter mischief makers! BUT why do I have them in my fibre flock?? Let’s have a look at the Torddu breed today! In the heart of Wales, a breed of sheep known as Torddu is quietly making a…
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The Charm of Beulah Sheep: A Closer Look at Their Wool
As my first ever sheep was a beautiful Beulah called Wanda and the Beulah genes are still in the flock thanks to Faith. I wanted to write a little about the Beulah wool qualities we love! Nestled in the verdant landscapes of the Welsh hills, the Beulah Speckled Face sheep are a sight to behold…
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The Versatile Llanwenog Sheep: A Heritage Breed with Exceptional Wool
The Llanwenog sheep, a charming and versatile breed hailing from the lush landscapes locally here in West Wales, is a testament to the enduring legacy of traditional farming practices. Known for their hardiness, docile nature, and exceptional wool, Llanwenog sheep have become a cherished breed among farmers and wool enthusiasts alike. In this blog post,…
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All a huge learning curve
Flystrike again! Poor sheep are now treated and awaiting another treatment in a couple of days!
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Sheepy Sunday
So after the 3 witches we acquired Wolfie! She is a welsh white type sheep and was a bottle lamb that one of my neighbour’s wives acquired to raise. We acquired her when she had transitioned into the neighbour’s garden and was spending more time munching flower beds and pooping on the front doorstep than…
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Sheepy Sunday
So we have done Wanda’s Story and Baarbara’s Story…. Here is the story of the three witches!! Basically we swapped three sheep for some large bales of haylage the summer after we had Wanda and Babs! Not a hugely exciting story, but we ended up with Garlick, Og and Weatherwax, which for the literary savvy…
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Sheepy Sunday!
So last Month I told you some of Wanda’s story…. Up this month is Baabara! Baabara is a mule most likely, Welsh white… something along those lines! She is the white faced one in this picture and is the MOST suspicious sheep you will ever meet!! When they come up for feed in the field,…
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Smallholding Sunday
A goal setting post for the smallholding this year
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Ever wondered about our yarns??
I’ve been fiddling about putting together a little about the yarn video!! What do you all think!?! You can find our yarns over on Etsy They truly are a joy to work with!!! Watch this space for some new patterns releases coming soon!!!