52 Weeks of Sheep

Episode 12 - Guanaco  Show Notes In this episode we talked with Lisa Mitchell of Aliento Luxury Fiber Farm and the A Fiber Life Podcast and everything Guanaco fiber! To stay up-to-date with everything they have going on at the farm, shop updates, newsletters, and more, visit their website and follow them on Facebook and Instagram - and definitely make sure to check out their podcast - I know...

Season 1 / Episode 11 - Shetland Show Notes This week we’re talking with Janice Whitfield of Valley View Farm & One Woman Wool about Shetland Sheep! You guys are in for a treat. We talk sheep, farms, animals, gardening, accountability partners, more sheep, and a lot of laughter and information along the way! Grab a cup of your favorite beverage and give us a listen! If you like it, s...

It’s Week 10 (even though I clearly say week 9 in the into) and we’re talking about one of the smallest breeds of sheep in the world… the Ouessant. Allie and I also have a mini “French pronunciation session,” talk about Mondays, fiber, sheetings, and busy schedules. Give it a listen, share with your friends, spin, and learn! Thanks for joining us! I mentioned I would share links to the websit...

In this episode we talk about Romney Sheep, Spin Together Totals, and who won the Spin Together smackdown challenge between hosts Tammy & Allie! We hope you're enjoying all the sheep talk and appreciate you listening and sharing with your friends! You can find 52 Weeks of Sheep on: Patreon: patreon.com/52weeksofsheep Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheep Instagram: @52weekso...

Episode 8 - Falkland Sheep This week we’re talking about the sheep on the Falkland Islands! We also meander our way through our Spin Together coma (and possible plans for next year), upcoming episodes, upcoming guests, and a little sneak at some of the bonus episodes. A couple of episode notes… Allie wondered about the number of sheep on the island. Turns out there are approximately 490,...

Episode 7 - Leicester Longwool Show Notes For the breed standards, card-grading information, and the Making Waves in Wool Program we talked about, please visit the Leicester Longwool Sheep Breeders Association website: https://www.leicesterlongwool.org/ Mrs Hartman’s Farmhouse Market Website https://www.hartmansfarmhousemarket.com/ Instagram: @mrs.hartmansfarmhousemarket Facebook: https://www.face...

Episode 6 - Faroe Island / Faroese Sheep Show Notes This week we talk about Faroe Island Sheep, their history, their fiber, and learn a little about the islands where they originate. Both Allie and I were fascinated with the breed, and secretly (okay, not so secretly anymore) I want to plan a trip to visit them in person! Below are a couple of links we mentioned in this episode where you can...

Episode 5- Corriedale Show Notes Bond Sheep History Link: http://gfwsheep.com/bond.registry.html We talked about lamb ages, and in doing som research, sheep are considered lambs at 12 months and younger. Where to Find us! 52 Weeks of Sheep Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheep Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheep Instagram: @52weeksofsheep Allie: Facebook: https://www...

Join us for Episode 4 where we talk about the Southdown breed of sheep. We talk about the three types of Southdown sheep and how Babydoll Southdown’s always seem to have a smile.   You can find 52 Weeks of Sheep Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheep  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/376396669365725/?hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen&multi_per...

In this episode, we host our first guest, Stay Dresow of Drew Family Farm! We had such an amazing chat and we hope you enjoy hearing about Cormo sheep, the farm, natural dyeing, and ramblings of fellow fiber artists! Stacy is also offering a special this week on the website with the release of Sven’s roving (you’ll have to listen to find out who Sven is!)  https://www.dresowfamilyfarm.co...

In this episode we’re talking about Black Welsh Mountain Sheep.  During the episode, Allie put me on the spot about how this fiber felts. I didn’t know at the time, so I did a little research and apparently it is a great fiber for spinning, hand felting, and other craft uses. Also, we talked about the Save Em to Shave Em program through the Livestock Conservancy. The link to the web...

Welcome to the first “official” week of the 52 Weeks of Sheep Adventure! In this episode, Allie and I talk about our Spinner’s Choice spins, and some plans for the year. We also touch briefly on the upcoming Spin Together competition. More info on Spin Together can be found below in the show notes. To follow the group on Facebook - 52 Weeks of Sheep @52weeksofsheep (Instagram) Tammy: Tam...

Thanks for joining us again! In this third pre-episode we talk about how to get your questions answered on the podcast, wool processing information, and more. To follow the group on Facebook - 52 Weeks of Sheep @52weeksofsheep (Instagram) Tammy: Tammy Daugherty Jordan and Goldieknots Montana (Facebook); @goldieknotsmt (Instagram); www.goldieknotsmt.com (Website) Allie: Curly Ewe Farms (Facebook);...

In this episode, Allie and I talk about Patreon, what it means for our group, and how it works, and then we move into keeping track of your spinning and how to keep track of what you're doing! Make sure to ask questions and add thoughts in the comments - we'd love to hear from you. Where to find us... 52 Weeks of Sheep (Facebook) @52weeksofsheep (Instagram) Tammy: Tammy Daugherty Jordan and Goldie...

In this very first introduction episode , we talk about the 52 Weeks of Sheep Group, get to know your hosts (Allie & Tammy), learn where to find fiber and various fiber sources, general housekeeping rules, and lots of fun fiber conversation! Grab a cup of your favorite beverage, and a notebook if you like to take notes! Here's to 2024 and getting started. To follow along: Facebook: 52 Weeks of...