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Mad Batt’r Drum Carder – New Size!

Back in 2010, we had many requests and suggestions for an “art carder”. Something that would serve a purpose for those fiber enthusiasts who wanted to add a lot of texture in their batts. Thus, the Mad Batt’r was born! … Continue reading

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Springtime on Pinterest

A few weeks ago, we spent some time talking about color. (See here for Part 1, and here for Part 2.) So it seemed only right that this week we find some inspiration with color. On our Pinterest board, we … Continue reading

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American Sheep Breeds

In today’s post we’ll be talking about some of the common American sheep breeds. Each breed is unique in their fiber, and will produce different batts, roving, and yarn. There are many farms across the United States that are breeding … Continue reading

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Joanne’s musings on Twenty Fourteen!

Twenty fourteen. Sounds so Sci-Fi doesn’t it? To all the younger folks this is just how it is. But to the older generation, of whom I am one, this is so Sci-Fi sounding. Let’s go back in time, maybe 30, … Continue reading

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