Post by @Paws2Spindle@sunny.garden

2026-07-19 18:56 UTC

Of the eight breeds in the fiber samplers I got, the Swaledale was the worst for kemp. These are the thick, white fibers in this photo, often with sharp kinks. I guess I shouldn't be surprised. This is what Fleece and Fiber has to suggest for what to do with yarn from this breed: "Make yourself a hair shirt, or something more appropriate, like a bag or lined jacket or rug. Some people may be able to handle Swaledale in a hat, but don't plan on it for a sweater." 🤣 #HandSpinning #FiberArts

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@Paws2Spindle@sunny.garden 2026-07-20 04:40

I should be sleeping, but Tonttu managed to find himself a headless bunny in the yard, and he's disappeared into the wildflower patch, guarding it, but not eating it. Zeena finds this exciting and is switching between taunting Tonttu and prowling for her own prize. Headless bunnies, you ask? Yes! Apparently! I reviewed the backyard camera footage and both huskies converged on a spot near the edge of the grass where the bunny already lay. My guess is that it was an owl's prey, but it got scared off before it was able to complete its meal. At this point I just have to hope it wasn't a diseased rabbit, because there's no safe way to get it away from Tonttu. I just hope he gets around to eating it sooner than later!

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