Wednesday, May 10, 2017

Amelia


 That doesn't look like a sheep does it?



She is a Jacob and they don't look like a typical sheep. They look very wild and ancient, don't they?



 No locks to pull out. She is a bit of a matted mess.



 It looks like she also liked a good roll in the hay.



 It was bright and sunny yesterday so I grabbed a few handfuls to wash while we still had some sun.



 She was pretty clean. Jacobs aren't very greasy sheep.



 One wash, one rinse....



 ...and a good spin did it.



 The sun did the rest.



 I gave it a combing with my wide combs to break up the mats and then ran it through the carder. Now on to the spinning so I can see if I brought home a keeper.

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10 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 10, 2017 at 12:57 AM

    Is there any craft you don't do???? I am in AWE!!!!

    Have fun with the fleece. Looks like it is going to be a lovely mix of colors.

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  2. LianaMay 10, 2017 at 1:40 AM

    It's amazing how dirty and ugly and greasy transforms into warm, fluffy and beautiful.

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  3. VeraMay 10, 2017 at 6:18 AM

    Amazing transformation. I think Jacob sheep are very regal looking.

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  4. UnknownMay 10, 2017 at 9:24 AM

    This will be exciting to watch the steps in the transformation! Just from the first photo to the last on this post there is an amazing change - from really unappealing to soft colors and textures!

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  5. Caffeine GirlMay 10, 2017 at 10:18 AM

    You spinners amaze me, especially when the wool is just off the sheep. So much work!
    I actually saw some Jacob sheep a few summer ago on a remote island in Wisconsin!

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  6. WanderingcatstudioMay 10, 2017 at 11:05 AM

    That end result looks like heaven. I love the natural grey colour too.

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  7. kathy bMay 10, 2017 at 11:14 AM

    OhI'm sure it will be a keeper!! Love the natural colors.

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  8. Delighted HandsMay 10, 2017 at 12:07 PM

    Such simple pleasures....enjoy the time with the wool!

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  9. BetsyMay 10, 2017 at 12:46 PM

    I miss spinning. There is such a transformation from beginning to end, I never fail to be amazed.Your photos are beautiful and I have never spun a Jacob before, so pretty.
    Blessings,
    Betsy

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  10. The Well Fed WheelMay 10, 2017 at 9:49 PM

    Wonderful transformation! Looks like a keeper to me....love the color!

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