52 Weeks of Sheep

Just stopping in to say hello and more information about our Spin-A-Long.Feel free to send us a message at: [email protected] Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheep Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I talk about the group and our 10 most frequently asked questions from participants (both old and new). It's a quick mini episode full of lots of great information about the Facebook group and the podcast!To reach us directly with questions, email us at: [email protected] visit the Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheep Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're coming back!The 52 Weeks of Sheep Podcast is rebooting for 2026. We've got lots of info and fun things planned. We hope you'll join us!Listen to this episode for all of the updated information! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 34 - Bison Show NotesIt’s week 34 and Allie and I are talking all about bison and their fiber! Sit sown with your favorite beverage and you spinning wheel and hear what we have to say about this incredible exotic fiber, some spinning tips for it, and the recap of my travel to the Michigan Fiber Festival and possible topics for our next Bonus Podcast!Thanks for joining us! We hope you’re having fun and learning with us along the way!Some addition online resources for history of this magnificent animal and there fiber:Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_bisonAll About Bison Websitehttps://allaboutbison.com/bison-wool/]North Dakota State Universityhttps://www.ag.ndsu.edu/archi…/carringt/bison/wool_fiber.htm\To follow along in the adventure, you can find the 52 Weeks of Sheep group in the following locations online:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepYou can find Allie and all of her adventures with goats and the farm at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsYou can find Tammy and all of her adventures at:Website: www.goldieknotsmt.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmt** Photo Credit: National Park Service Website ** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 33 - American Tunis Show NotesWelcome to Week 33! This week Allie and I are talking all about the American Tunis breed of sheep, their history, their meat, and especially all about their wool! Our conversations meanders to a couple of other topics, but we always come back to the breed - and we have a great time doing it.Links I mentioned in the podcast for more information and reading one the breed are below, as well as where you can find the podcast, Allie, and me on social media.We appreciate you listening and hope you're enjoying the content.Until next week, and as always - Happy Spinning!Online Links (Tunis):The Livestock Conservancyhttps://livestockconservancy.org/heritage-breeds/heritage-breeds-list/tunis-sheep/National Tunis Sheep Registryhttps://nationaltunissheep.com/about/breed-history/Oklahoma State University Breeds of Livestockhttps://breeds.okstate.edu/sheep/tunis-sheep.htmlWikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_TunisTo follow along in the adventure, you can find the 52 Weeks of Sheep group in the following locations online:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepYou can find Allie and all of her adventures with goats and the farm at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsYou can find Tammy and all of her adventures at:Website:  www.goldieknotsmt.comFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmt *Photos Credit to the Hobby Farms Website * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 32 - Clun Forest Show NotesWelcome to Week 32 in the 52 Weeks of Sheep Adventure! This week Allie and I are talking about the Clun Forest breed of sheep - another conservation breed. We talk about their purposes, fiber, and those ears that make them look like they are standing at attention! We do our normal conversation meandering from gardening to weather and a few other topics in between.  Also in this episode: I mistakingly “mis-quote” the Livestock Conservancy’s Threatened status in the beginning of the podcast. I do correct myself later on in the podcast, but for clarity, I should have said that it should be fewer than 1000 registered and 5.000 globally.  The perky ear breed I couldn’t remember was Cheviot.According to the Department of Agriculture and Food, Resistance to worms in sheep is an inherited trait that can be increased by selection. The heritability of worm resistance, as measured indirectly by individual sheep faecal WEC, is at least 25%. This means that 25% of the phenotypic superiority of an animal will be passed on to their progeny.For more information as to worm resistance in sheep and breeding, I found the following article online from Signet Breeding Services. You can read their article and information by visiting the following link: https://signetdata.com/news/posts/2023/january/breeding-for-worm-resistance-in-sheep/You can find 52 Weeks of Sheep online on:Patreon: www.patreon.com/52weeksofsheep (where all the podcasts and Bonus Episodes live)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheep (where we started almost 8 years ago)Instagram: @52weeksofsheepYou can find Allie online at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsYou can find Tammy online at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmtWebsite: www.goldieknotsmt.comThanks again for joining us - we appreciate all of you listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 31 - Dorset Horn Show NotesWelcome to Week 31 in our 52 Weeks of Sheep Adventure! This week Allie and I are talking all about the Dorset Horn Breed of Sheep. We talk about some Montana fires, summer chores and meander our way through the breed giving lots of info and insight.You can find 52 Weeks of Sheep online on:Patreon: www.patreon.com/52weeksofsheep (where all the podcasts and Bonus Episodes live)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheep (where we started almost 8 years ago)Instagram: @52weeksofsheepYou can find Allie online at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsYou can find Tammy online at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmtWebsite: www.goldieknotsmt.comThanks again for joining us - we appreciate all of you listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Week 30 in the 52 Weeks of Sheep Adventure where Allie and I are talking all about Yak and their fiber! We also do a good deal of "yakking" our way through the week and hope you enjoy.We hope this finds you all well, happily spinning and enjoying the podcast! As always, we appreciate your support and hope you’ll pass it along to any of your friends who might be interested.To follow along in the adventure, you can find the 52 Weeks of Sheep group in the following locations online:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepYou can find Allie and all of her adventures with goats and the farm at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsYou can find Tammy and all of her adventures at:Website:  www.goldieknotsmt.comFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmt * Photo Credit Encyclopedia Britannica Website * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Just Finn" Show Notes...For this episode Allie and I talk all about Finn sheep - and let me tell you, we have a lot of fun doing it! I laughed all the way through the editing and hope you’ll laugh along with us as we ramble and then talk about what this breed is best known for, their wool, their purposes (and there are several), along with festival recaps, upcoming bonus episode highlights and more!We hope this finds you all well, happily spinning and enjoying the podcast! As always, we appreciate your support and hope you’ll pass it along to any of your friends who might be interested.To follow along in the adventure, you can find the 52 Weeks of Sheep group in the following locations online:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepYou can find Allie and all of her adventures with goats and the farm at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsYou can find Tammy and all of her adventures at:Website: www.goldieknotsmt.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmt*** Photo credit to the Finnsheep Breeders Association Website *** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Podcast Show Notes & LinksWelcome to Week 28! This week Allie and I are talking about the Rambouillet breed of sheep! We talk about their history, fiber facts, genetics, processing, our summer adventures and so much more!We hope this finds you all well, happily spinning and enjoying the podcast! As always, we appreciate your support and hope you’ll pass it along to any of your friends who might be interested.To follow along in the adventure, you can find the 52 Weeks of Sheep group in the following locations online:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepYou can find Allie and all of her adventures with goats and the farm at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsYou can find Tammy and all of her adventures at:Website: www.goldieknotsmt.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmt*** Photo credit to Lorelei Henkins Ranch Website *** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pygora, Nigoaras, Caporas, Oh My… Show NotesIt’s Week 27 and Allie and I had the chance to sit down with Anna Anderson of Calico Farm and Fiber Art to talk about Pygora goats, and as an added bonus we chat Nigora and Capora goats as well! In this episode, you’ll also hear about Anna’s rescue farm, ways to support it and all her animals on the farm.We hope you’re enjoying the podcast and invite you to share it with your friends and those you think might be interested.You can find the Pygora breed sheet in the Facebook group.Thanks for being part of the adventure, and as always,Happy Spinning!~TammyTo find Anna:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065017681255Instagram: @calicofarmchickEtsy: calicofarmchick.etsy.comTo find the 52 Weeks of Sheep Group:Patreon: www.patreon.com/52weeksofsheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepTo find Allie:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsTo find Tammy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmtWebsite: www.goldieknotsmt.com*** Photo Credit Pygora Breeders Association Website *** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Week 26 and our special guest Anne Sammons from Leaf Livestock as we talk about Polypay sheep, festivals, dyeing, and so much more. Allie and I had a blast chatting with Anne and learning all about her farm, family, and these truly wonderful sheep.  We hope you enjoy our time with her as much as we did - and that you come away with a new understanding of this breed and the Leaf Livestock Farm!You can find Anne, Gordan, and Leaf LIvestock at:Website: https://www.leaflivestock.com/Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/leaflivestockinstagram: @leaflivestockwoolcoSome of the places where Anne is teaching this year are:Copper K Finber Festival: https://www.copperkfiberfestival.com/workshopregistrationFAB: https://www.timberandtwine.com/workshopsTo get more information on the Polypay breed, please visit:Poplypay Breeders Association Website: https://www.polypay.org/To Find 52 Weeks of Sheep:Patreon: www/patreon.com/52weeksofsheepFaccebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepTo Find Allie:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsTo Find Tammy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmtWebsite: www.goldieknotsmt.com*** Photo Credit - Leaf Livestock Facebook Page *** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Week 25! This week Allie and I are talking about the Gulf Coast Native breed of sheep! We talk about all of the names these sheep are known as, as well as their excellent foraging abilities and their adaptation to a climate Allie and I could never be fit for. Of course the conversation meanders as it often does with us. We hope this finds you all well, happily spinning and enjoying the podcast! As always, we appreciate your support and hope you’ll pass it along to any of your friends who might be interested.To follow along in the adventure, you can find the 52 Weeks of Sheep group in the following locations online:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepYou can find Allie and all of her adventures with goats and the farm at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsYou can find Tammy and all of her adventures at:Website: www.goldieknotsmt.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmt*** Photo credit to the Livestock Conservancy Website *** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Allie and I are talking all about the Navajo Churro breed of sheep, another conservation breed and part of the Livestock Conservancy's Shave Em to Save Em initiative.We talk all about sheep, summer plans, what we're working on, and all the fun fiber stuff.As always, we hope you're enjoying the podcast, learning lots, and having tons of fun on the journey with us.  Please give us a listen and feel free to share with friends you think might be interested.Where you can find 52 Weeks of Sheep:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepWhere to find Allie:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsWhere to find Tammy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmt* Photo Credit: Navajo Churro Sheep Association Website * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Week 23! This week Allie and I are talking all about Teeswater sheep, fiber festival information, and a special announcement for our June Bonus Episode! We appreciate all of you and hope you're enjoying the podcast. Please feel free to share it with your friends and invite them to become part of the adventure!I was able to locate some information for those of you in Montana for the folks who raise Wensleydale and Teeswater Sheep in Sheridan, MT. They have a shop called "Rarewoolranch" on Etsy if you would like to check them out. I'll see if I can reach out to them to be a guest on the podcast for 2025 and keep you posted.You can find the group:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepYou can find Allie:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsYou can find Tammy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Show NotesIt’s Week 21 in our 52 Weeks of Sheep Adventure and this week Allie and I are talking with Mona Hylton of Lone Pine Wool and Lone Pine Wool Emporium from Helena, Montana to talk CVM/Romeldales. We talk farm and sheep life, shop life, and more as we meander our way through the conversation. We truly appreciate you listening and your support and hope you enjoy the podcast. As always, please feel free to share it with your friends!You can find out more Mona, the sheep, and the shop at:Website: https://lonepinewoolemporium.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054643830998Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lonepinewool/You can find 52 Weeks of Sheep at:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @lonepinewoolYou can find Allie:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsYou can find Tammy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmtWebsite: www.goldieknotsmt.comPhoto Credit: Lone Pine Wool Emporium Website (Hershey’s Blanket) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Llama Show NotesHello, and welcome to week 21 in the 52 Weeks of Sheep Adventure! This week, Allie and I had the pleasure of talking with Amy Bowling of Forget Me Not Farm / Forget Me Not Fibers about Llamas. This was such a fun and super informative chat on the podcast. We do hope you’ll give us a listen. She shared so much information about Llamas I could never have dreamed of and ways we can help get the word out about this under-utilized fiber and the animals that produce it.Also in the podcast, Amy offered to answer questions, as part of her educational mission, on an ongoing basis for those that want to learn more about llamas and their fiber. We’ve linked her contact information below should you want to reach out!Amy’s Contact Info if anyone has more questions or wants to learn more:[email protected] / 231-527-5303To find Amy / Forget Me Knot FibersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ForgetmeKnotFiberArtsEtsy: etsy.com/shop/forgetmeknotfiberscoInstagram: @forgetmeknotfibersTo find 52 Weeks of SheepPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepTo find Allie (and new pictures of the babies)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsTo find TammyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmtWebsite: www.goldieknotsmt.com*** Photo Credit Forget Me Knot Fibers Facebook Page ** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Week 20 and this week Allie and I are talking about the Ryland breed of sheep. We also talk weather, gardening, what month it is, what day it is, and more. Visit us again next week when we have special guest Amy Olshewski Bowling talking about Llamas, and Patrons, you’ll have a very special treat and guest interview coming your way as well! We hope you enjoy, and as always, feel free to share the podcast with your friends. We appreciate you listening and joining us on the adventure!You can read more about the Ryland breed at the following locations:Hill Radnor Flock Book Societyhttps://www.ryelandfbs.com/Rare Breeds Survival Trusthttps://www.rbst.org.uk/Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RyelandYou can find 52 Weeks of Sheep at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepYou can find Allie:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsYou can find Tammy at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmt*** Photo Credit British Colored Sheep Breeders Association Website ***Other notes… Baby Llamas are called crias - just like Alpacas!Comments photos of class held at the Goldieknots Studio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 19 - Shropshire (Conservation Breed)This week Allie and I talk all about Shropshire’s. We also talk about new kids coming to Curly Ewe Farms, Mother’s Day celebrations, upcoming events, and shearing. We hope you have as much fun listening to it as we did recording this week.You can find out more about Shropshire sheep at the Livestock Conservancy website: https://livestockconservancy.org/heritage-breeds/heritage-breeds-list/shropshire-sheep/To find 52 Weeks of SheepPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepTo find Allie (and new pictures of the babies)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsTo find TammyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmtWebsite: www.goldieknotsmt.com*** Photo Credit - Shropshire Sheep Breeders Association *** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Week 18 and this week Allie and I are talking about the Hill Radnor breed of sheep. We also talk weather, gardening, spinning challenges, what to do with wool, and more. We hope you enjoy, and as always, feel free to share the podcast with your friends. We appreciate you listening and joining us on the adventure!You can read more about the Hill Radnor breed at the following locations:Hill Radnor Flock Book Societyhttps://hillradnorsheep.org.ukRare Breeds Survival Trusthttps://rbst.org.uk/hill-radnorOklahoma State University Breeds of Livestockhttps://breeds.okstate.edu/sheep/hill-radnor-sheep.htmlYou can find 52 Weeks of Sheep at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepYou can find Allie:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsYou can find Tammy at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmt*** Photo Credit Hill Radnor Flock Book Society Website *** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Week 17 in the 52 Weeks of Sheep adventure and this week on the podcast, Allie and I are joined by Tedi Jansen of Timber and Twine at Small Acre Farm to talk all about Angora goats and Mohair fiber!! Grab your favorite beverage and join us for a bit as we have some more fun along the adventure!  Please give it a listen and feel free to share with your friends!You can find the group at:Facebook:PatreonInstagramYou can find Tedi and Timber & Twine at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/timberandtwine.coInstagram: @timberandtwine.coWebsite: https://www.timberandtwine.com/You can find Allie:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsYou can find Tammy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmtWebsite: www.goldieknotsmt.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

North RonaldsayWelcome to Week 16 and one of the oldest breeds of sheep, the North Ronaldsay breed of sheep. This week Allie and I talk about the breed, laugh a lot, get our bearings as we find out more and delve into some history.You’ll get a sneak peak at some of next week’s podcast, as well as your reminder to get your questions in for the next Bonus Podcast!To read more about this breed, you can visit the following website:North Ronaldsay Sheep Fellowshiphttps://northronaldsaysheepfellowship.com/Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_Ronaldsay_sheepYou can find 52 Weeks at the following online locations:Patreonwww.patreon.com/52weeksofsheepFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram@52weeksofsheepYou can find Allie at:Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram@curlyewefarmsYou can find Tammy at:Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram@goldieknotsmt* Photo Credit - Wikipedia Website - Ewe with Lambs and Seals in Background * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Week 15 and the Suffolk breed of sheep! This week, Allie and I talk about Suffolks, more shearing, and lots of cool things coming up in the podcast! Give us a listen and share with your friends!To Find out more about the group, you can find us at:Patreon: patreon.com/52weeksofsheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepAllie can be found at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsTammy can be found at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmt *Photo Credit to the Raising Sheep Website * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Week 14 in the 52 Weeks of Sheep adventure!  In this episode, Allie and I talk about the famous Cumbria Lake District Herdwick breed of sheep!  We hope you enjoy the conversation and learn a lot about these wonderful critters.  We talk about their origin, their wool, and more - it’s always a fun time on the podcast!  Please give it a listen and feel free to share with your friends!We appreciate our Patrons and your support!You can find the group in the following locations:Patreon: patreon.com/52weeksofsheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepAllieFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsTammyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmt*** Photo credit: BBC Website *** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Show NotesWelcome to Week 13 and Merino Sheep! In this episode, we were joined by John and Carol Steitz of Steitzhof Merinos. We hope you enjoy the conversation and learn a lot about these wonderful sheep. We talk about everything from how they got started, to land management, feed management, that lovely, lovely wool, and more! Give it a listen and feel free to share with your friends!52 Weeks of SheepPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepSteitzhof MerinosFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteitzhofMerinosInstagram:@steitzhofWebsite: https://steitzhof.com/AllieFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsTammyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmtWebsite: www.goldieknotsmt.com*** Photo Credit - Steitzhof Merinos Shearing Day Photo *** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 12 - Guanaco Show NotesIn 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 you’ll love it as much as I have. (Links below)52 Weeks of SheepPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepLisa & Greg Mitchel / Aliento Luxury Fiber FarmWebsite: https://afiberlife.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alientoluxuryfiberfarmInstagram: @afiberlifePodcast: https://afiberlife.com/podcast/ you can also find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts)Allie:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsTammy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmtPhotos: Daisy the Pygora goat, and Lisa wearing the shawl we talked about in this episode! I’ll post photos of the yarn samples we talked about in the comments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 1 / Episode 11 - Shetland Show NotesThis 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, share with your friends - the more the merrier!To find the 52 Weeks of Sheep Group & Podcast…Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheep Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepTo Find Janice:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063585902474Instagram: @valleyviewfarmwaWebsite: https://valleyviewfarmwa.com/To Find Allie:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsTo Find Tammy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmtWebsite: www.goldieknotsmt.com*** Photo credit Valley View Farm Website - Mama Jewel & 2023 Lambs *** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 website where I did my research, and they are below. You can find me, Allie, and the 52 Weeks of Sheep group at the links below!Happy Spinning!52 Weeks of SheepPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepAllie:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curlyewefarmInstagram: @curlyewefarmsTammy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldieknotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmtWebsite: www.goldieknotsmt.comOuessant Links:Ouessant Sheep Societyhttps://ouessantsheep.org.uk/The Sheep Source - Ouessant Sheephttps://www.ouessantsheep.net/Animal Lovin Website - Ouessant Sheephttps://www.animalovin.com/ouessant-sheep-breed/Raising Sheep Websitehttps://www.raisingsheep.net/ouessant-sheepMeridiane Farm Website - Ouessant Sheephttps://meridianfarm.org/ouessant-sheep/*** Photo Credit - John Bright Fencing Website *** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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/52weeksofsheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepAllie:Facebook: Curly Ewe FarmsInstagram: @curlyewefarmsTammy:Facebook: Goldieknots MontanaInstagram: @goldieknotsmt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 8 - Falkland SheepThis 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 490,000 sheep on the Falkland Islands. By comparison, the number of people on the islands is about 3,700. This means there are about 123 sheep per person. Wowza!!We also talked about wanting to know wool processing and exporting information, and most of that can be found on the Falkland Woolgrowers UK website along with the Falkland Island Government website (links below)https://www.falklandwoolgrowers.co.uk/https://www.falklands.gov.fk/agriculture/publications/send/9-misc/99-fmh-livestockwool-16As always, you can find the 52 Weeks of Sheep Podcast on Patreon, the group on Facebook, and our new Instagram page (links below)Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepTammy can be found on Facebook at Goldieknots Montana and Instagram at @goldieknotsmtAllie Can be found at Curly Ewe Farms on Facebook and Instagram*** Photo credit to the Farmer’s Weekly UK Website *** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 7 - Leicester Longwool Show NotesFor 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 Websitehttps://www.hartmansfarmhousemarket.com/Instagram: @mrs.hartmansfarmhousemarketFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/HartmansFarmhouseMarketEmily knitted the Casiopia Shawl for her sister’s wedding. Pattern link below.https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cassiopeia-10Emily talks about her current knitting project, the Trifora Sweater. Pattern link below.https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/triforaTelja Sweaterhttps://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/teljaEmily’s first knitted sweater, the Crown of Roses Sweater. Pattern link below.https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/crown-of-roses-sweater52 Weeks of Sheep:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: 52 Weeks of SheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepTammy:www.goldieknotsmt.com / Facebook: Goldieknots Montana / Instagram: @goldieknotsmtAllie:Facebook: Curly Ewe Farms / Instagram: @curlyewefarms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 6 - Faroe Island / Faroese Sheep Show NotesThis 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 read and learn more about these fascinating sheep.Visit Faroe Islandshttps://visitfaroeislands.com/en/about1/guest-articles/sheep-farming-in-the-faroe-islandsThe Wool Islands Websitehttps://www.thewoolislands.com/the-faroese-sheepWhere to Find us!52 Weeks of SheepPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepAllie:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OatmealMilkHoneySoap/Instagram: @CurlyEweFarmsTammy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldiekmotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmtWebsite: www.goldieknotsmt.com*** Photo Credit: Photo by Serhii Butenko on Unsplash *** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 5- Corriedale Show NotesBond Sheep History Link:http://gfwsheep.com/bond.registry.htmlWe 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/52WeeksofSheepFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/52weeksofsheepInstagram: @52weeksofsheepAllie:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OatmealMilkHoneySoap/Instagram: @CurlyEweFarmsTammy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goldiekmotsmtInstagram: @goldieknotsmtWebsite: www.goldieknotsmt.com** Photo Credit: Hobby Farms Website *** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 SheepPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/52WeeksofSheep Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/376396669365725/?hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen&multi_permalinks=2203820976623276 Instagram at @52weeksofsheep.Tammy can be found at Goldieknots Montana on Facebook, @goldieknotsmt on Instagram, and on the web at www.goldieknotsmt.comYou can find Allie at Curly Ewe Farm on Facebook and @curlyewefarm in InstagramAdditional Show Notes:Livestock Conservancy vs. one of the most popular breeds according to the Fleece and Fiber Sourcebook by Deb Robson and Carol Ekarius… The Livestock Conservancy lists the Southdown Sheep as “Recovering” and the Fleece and Fiber Sourcebook describes them as the sixth or seventh most popular breeds. I believe this may have something to do with the way the Livestock Conservancy obtains their data from breeders association (registered sheep) and the popularity of the breed as a pet where they may not be registered. You can read more about how the Livestock Conservancy updates their sheep conservation list and the priority levels here:https://livestockconservancy.org/heritage-breeds/heritage-breeds-list/how-is-the-annual-cpl-determined/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.com/You can also find Stacy on Facebook at:https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=dresow family farmAnd instagram: @dresowfamilyfarmYou can find the 52 Weeks of Sheep Group on:Facebook: 52 Weeks of SheepPatreon: 52 Weeks of SheepInstagram @52weeksofsheepTammy:Facebook: Goldieknots MontanaInstagram: @goldieknotsmtWebsite: www.goldieknotsmt.comAllie:Facebook: Curly Ewe FarmsInstagram: @curlyewefarms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 website is:And the link for the rules for the program are:https://livestockconservancy.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/SE2-Rules-032323.pdfYou can find more information on the group at: Patreon (52 Weeks of Sheep), Facebook (52 Weeks of Sheep) and Instagram (@52weeksofsheep)Tammy: Tammy Daugherty Jordan & Goldieknots Montana (Facebook) @goldiknotsmt (Instagram)Allie: Curly Ewe Farms (Facebook) and @curlyewefarms (Instagram) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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:Tammy Daugherty Jordan and Goldieknots Montana (Facebook); @goldieknotsmt (Instagram); www.goldieknotsmt.com (Website)Allie:Curly Ewe Farms (Facebook); @curlyewefarms (Instagram)Show Notes:Spinner’s Choice: We have a team this year “52 Weeks of Sheep.”  If you want to sign up to be part of the team and spin with us, sign ups begin January 20th on the Spin Together Website: www.spintogether.org/join-a-team/The competition itself runs February 17th-24th.Rules, info and FAQ’s can also be found on the Spin Together website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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); @curlyewefarms (Instagram) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Goldieknots Montana (Facebook), @goldieknotsmt (Instagram) www.goldieknotsmt.com (website)Allie:Curly Ewe Farms (Facebook) and @curlyewefarms (Instagram) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 SheepHosts:TammyTammy Daugherty Jordan & Goldieknots Montana (Facebook); @goldieknotsmt (Instagram)AllieCurly Ewe Farms (Facebook) & @curlyewefarms (Instagram) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.