OUR Mission

We aim to lead a healthy and sustainable lifestyle, setting a positive example for our children by emphasizing responsibility and showing dedication to environmental conservation and animal care. We are committed to being involved in our community and promoting the fiber industry.

Goals and ideas

• Our objective is to create luxurious, high-quality fiber products for our customers.
• Looking ahead, we aspire to establish a fiber mill, addressing the significant demand within our community.
• Participating in shows to evaluate our fleeces and pedigreed animals is also on our agenda.
• And finally, our next exciting venture will involve Goatscaping!

Thank you for your support and enthusiasm for our Fiber business! We recently began our journey on April 28, 2023. As we continue to build our inventory, we kindly ask for your patience during this initial phase. While you wait, feel free to explore our website and indulge in the delightful pictures and videos of our woolly herd on social media. Your comments and suggestions are always valued—we look forward to hearing from you! 🌟🐑📸

OUR STORY

We embarked on our backyard chicken adventure with a sense of optimism. After all, how challenging could raising chickens be? We set up a cozy chicken coop, provided food and water, and assumed that eggs would magically appear. But reality hit hard—we quickly discovered that chicken care was more intricate than we’d imagined. Frustration loomed, and we nearly gave up. However, instead of throwing in the towel, we delved into research. Learning from our mistakes, we gradually mastered the art of chicken keeping. Education became our ally in creating a thriving homestead.

The journey was filled with sweat, tears, and moments of exasperation (why do chickens seem determined to test their limits?). Yet, as days passed, it became less daunting and more rewarding. Each sunrise brought fresh hope, and our feathered companions became an integral part of our daily joy.

Our lifelong dream was to have alpacas. During a visit to Peru, I was captivated by these elegant, gentle creatures. This time, armed with years of research, I knew exactly what to expect. When fate smiled upon us, we stumbled upon two alpacas available for adoption close to home. Without hesitation, we submitted an application, and soon we became the proud parents of two beautiful alpacas: Pearl and Petunia. I affectionately dubbed them my “old ladies” since they were already 10 years old when we welcomed them into our family.

Pearl, ever the character, would give a slow, drawn-out grunt if anyone dared encroach on her territory. Her eyes would lock onto yours, subtly conveying the message to move along. Petunia, on the other hand, craved companionship and loved being part of all the barnyard gossip.

One fateful night, the eerie yipping of coyotes echoed outside my window, persisting night after night. It was time to enlist guardians for our cherished chickens and alpacas. Enter Bonnie and Clyde, our first two guardian dogs. I assumed they’d instinctively understand their job—boy, was I mistaken! Clyde, in particular, had other plans. Instead of diligently watching over the herd, he spent his days playing with the goats’ toys and lounging belly-up in the pasture. Bonnie, however, quickly adapted. She patrolled the fields, ever vigilant for anything suspicious, even if it meant occasionally tripping over Clyde.

In the end, we’ve come to appreciate Clyde’s quirks. He may not be the most diligent guardian, but he’s a cherished member of our family—a reminder that sometimes, even in unexpected ways, companionship and loyalty prevail.

After bringing Bonnie and Clyde home, we stumbled upon two Nigerian Dwarf kids, Poppy and Peaches, who seemed to call out to us. Having grown up with Nigerian Dwarf goats, I missed their quirky personalities in my life. Poppy, in her exuberance, let out a goat scream that resonated louder than any I’d ever heard—right in my ear. In that moment, fate seemed to whisper: they were meant to be ours.

As our animal family expanded, so did our need for space. With our third child on the way, we knew it was time to seek greener pastures. And oh, did we find them! A breathtaking farmhouse nestled alongside a sparkling creek, overlooking a serene fishing pond atop a hill, surrounded by majestic mountains. The kids—both human and goat—danced through the fields, gathering buttercups. Their laughter echoed, and we felt a profound sense of belonging. This was home—the place where our dreams of sustainable homesteading would take root.

Settling into our forever abode, we already harbored another dream: a fiber business. Natural textiles and fiber animals fascinated me—their textures, their unique characteristics, and the myriad uses of wool. My fascination grew into an obsession, and soon, our journey into the world of fiber began.

Our next venture on the farm involved Angora goats. With more pasture space available, we welcomed three lovely goats: Polly, Posey, and Penny. Their dainty curls and silky fleece enchanted me, and their docile personalities and Ragdoll appearance stole our hearts. I couldn’t help but laugh as they ran, their little legs hidden beneath their long fleeces.

Next, we decided to introduce some younger alpacas to our herd. Already familiar with two Huacayas, we opted for two Suri alpacas: Peggie and her cria, Papaya. The Suri personalities differed significantly from what we were used to. Initially shy, Papaya eventually warmed up to certain people. She enjoyed playing with the baby Angora goats and Poppy’s kids. Peggie, on the other hand, remained uptight and wild when approached. We’re diligently working with her every day, hoping she’ll accept us. For now, we appreciate her as a pretty fleece to admire, respecting her boundaries.

Our farm expanded further with the addition of rabbits. Fifteen pedigreed German Angora rabbits joined us after a rabbitry downsized. Their fiber feels like clouds, boasting a micron count around 13 microns. Combining their soft fiber with that of our other animals will yield an extra fine product. These rabbits steal the spotlight on the farm.