Well, all the sheep are sheared, wool is posted on ebay. Some of it is great and some of it is fantastic! The best ones, I have put coats on for next season to keep them from fading in the sun and getting vm in there.
One of the biggest surprises was Heidi. She was a little ewe that I sold last year and her companion goat got killed by the neighbors dog and her owner feared for her life, so she sent her back to live here and I'm very happy. She was a fading black when she left and is now a gorgeous grey.
Based on this photo, you would never think her wool was worth anything. No offense, Heidi. Turns out, she was brushed and she got the "stuck her hoof in a light socket" look. But, part the wool to the skin and you get:
She is a little looser in the crimp than I'd like but, that might improve with a little care this season. So, a few days ago, she got her new haircut and looks great!
Well, I like how they look after shearing. Maybe it's because it's such a huge accomplishment for me to do the work. She wasn't about to give a look at me due to the green grass coming in and she's been in isolation for a month. (she came back neg for OPP, CL, and Johnes) soon she'll be a sheep again. I decided to put her in a blanket and she how she does.
Well, now I got a look. A look of embarrassment. LOL!! But, her wool turned out looking like this
So, needless to say, I've got too many projects going so this, along with the other fleeces are for sale on ebay.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/260984948299?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
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