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Sidney farmers say alpaca are profitable, but also soothing pets – Morning Sentinel
Misty Acres Alpaca Farm, off West River Road in Sidney, where the animals are docile and the farmer thrives on their positivity. “Out of everything I’ve done in my life, I think raising alpacas is the most …and more
Smiles At Burgis Brook
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Using a Drop Spindle [Video]
Below is a great video for learning how to use a drop spindle. I could post directions however, being a visual person, I found it so much easier to view the how-to! [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gXTWgMeMgI[/youtube]
Sleepy Alpaca Is Very Sleepy (VIDEO)
Oh sleepy animals, how we love you. Not only are you utterly adorable, but you're also not running about, making a noise and causing a ruckus, which is always lovely.
A few things you might not know about alpacas
There’s a reason alpaca owners have the best gardens in town. Alpaca manure is excellent fertilizer and can be applied directly to the garden without danger of “burn.” Alpacas like to hang out together. In other words, you can't own just one. You can …
Fleeces selected, sorted & skirted
So, the fleeces have left the barn! This years yarn clip, 70+ pounds. A fabulous selection of natural colors, all in a variety of weights. Scrumptuous bases of blends such as alpaca, merino, silk and angora awaits this years colorways. Dye pots are standing by......
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