Happy Easter! Naturally colored eggs from the farmer’s market!! No dyes needed! The pastel blue and green eggs are from Araucana chickens from Chile or the “Easter Egger”. Sometimes these breeds are thought to be the same chicken – and … Continue reading →

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Réttir in the Vatnasdal Valley

Posted on March 20, 2017 by Kate Ruddle

One of the reasons I wanted to go to Iceland in September was to take part in the sheep and horse round-ups of Réttir and to experience wool creation from its inception. During Réttir, the sheep are herded down the … Continue reading →

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Lopi Wool – Thel and Tog

Posted on January 31, 2017 by Kate Ruddle

Icelandic sheep have a special two-part coat. They look a bit like walking balls of wool! Thel, a soft inner layer, acts to keep the sheep warm and cozy – like long underwear for sheep! Thel fibers are soft and … Continue reading →

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