Category Archives: Fiber

My sheep have been fleeced!

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Joan Schnieber

So many things have happened in the last month on the farm. First the sheep were shorn a few weeks ago without too much fanfare. I can get used to it. No sheep escaped and no one got hurt or cut, … Continue reading →

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Naked Sheep, Oh My! Shearing Day March 30, 2013

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Joan Schnieber

It’s that time of year again when the sheep will be getting their annual hair cut. Shearing Day is set for March 30, 2013. Our favorite shearer Tom Horton will be back again to work his magic. As always friends … Continue reading →

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Dog Days of Summer and Spinning Tales

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Joan Schnieber

Do you know where the term the ” dog days of summer” originated? When I was younger I thought it was because it was too hot to move and would imagine a dog finding a cool spot to sleep. Turns … Continue reading →

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Jenny Jump Farm Tour Because We “Felt” Like It

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Joan Schnieber

This past weekend we had planned a farm tour and demonstration for a group of Cub Scouts from Ridgewood, NJ. I have learned knowing you audience is crucial in creating a fun experience. Besides meeting the animals I had to think of a project that what … Continue reading →

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Reconnecting with the Earth – Fiber Craft Studio Festival

Posted on June 4, 2012 by Joan Schnieber

Fiber Craft Studio Festival June 3, 2012 “Today, more than ever, the crafts have the mission to reconnect the human being to the Earth and her substances, bring healing to the senses and soul, and foster the creative capacities of … Continue reading →

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Easton Farmers Market

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Joan Schnieber

I had the privilege to participate in another sheep to shawl demonstration held last Saturday at the Easton Farmer’s Market. It is the oldest open aired farmers market in the US since 1752.  The vendors produce was amazing. I plan on going back … Continue reading →

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Update from the Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Joan Schnieber

I can’t believe another  Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival is over. It was great seeing old friends and to meeting new friends. The pictures say it all. Can’t wait until next year. Hope to see you there next year.   … Continue reading →

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Conversations From the Skirting Table

Posted on April 21, 2012 by Joan Schnieber

The spring in New Jersey has been unseasonably warm and dry making the job of skirting fleeces and enjoyable experience. I was very fortunate to get a head start on skirting process when the sheep were shorn in March. With the help … Continue reading →

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2012 Shearing Day a Huge Success at Jenny Jump Farm

Posted on March 13, 2012 by Joan Schnieber

We had the best shearing day since I can remember. The weather was warm, sunny and I had so many good friends to help manage the many activities that happen in a two-hour time frame. The first task is to catch the … Continue reading →

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Shear Delight – Shearing Day is Almost Here! March 10, 2012

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Joan Schnieber

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