The Spinneri on Gotland Island

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This place, this space, these hands and these women create magic. The Spinneri was top on our list the first day of our Gotland tour. We scheduled ahead of time so that we could listen, learn, and see the magic unfold. As we stood and listened to the history of the mill, again I was reminded of the passion that … Read More

Knitting With Gotland Yarn

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I want my yarn customers to enjoy knitting with Gotland yarn. I want them to create hand knits that will forever evoke in them pleasant thoughts and memories of the actual knitting.  For me, knitting is about so much more than just the yarn and the needles and the finished project. It provides hours for contemplation and for gaining perspective. … Read More

So What’s the Big Deal About Knitting with Gotland?

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One year ago, we set out on a long journey to bring a small flock of Gotland sheep to our farm in Vermont. It all began with a rental van, and two Gotland ewes. Prior to that, I had only read about Gotland sheep and their lovely wool, but had never wrapped my arms around their wooly necks. Now, I own … Read More