by Katie | Mar 19, 2026 | Community, Fiber Arts, Newsletter, Sustainability, Wool and Natural Fiber
Why making with wool is about more than fiber—it’s about connection, craft, and what we choose to carry forward Last night—after dinner, after the dishes were done and the kitchen tidied, after the kids were in bed—I sat down with my basket of wool. It’s an evening...
by Katie | Mar 5, 2026 | Community, Newsletter, Sustainability, Wool and Natural Fiber
Simple ways I’m choosing natural fibers for clothing, blankets, and everyday home textiles When I come inside after evening chores, the house feels especially warm—wool socks, dinner in the crockpot, and a woven wool blanket that wraps around me and the kids. But the...
by Katie | Feb 10, 2026 | Community
Surviving layoffs, uncertainty, and unexpected turns I was scrolling Threads recently — mostly to interrupt my own doom-spiral for a minute — when I saw a comment from another shepherd mentioning the tiny West Virginia town where I grew up (at least in my early...
by Katie | Feb 4, 2026 | Community, Food, Sustainability
Why everyday nourishment, simple routines, and a little support make all the difference. For the love of all that’s holy, January hath January-ed. How many coats have you replaced so far this winter? I think we’re on number four over here. After approximately...
by Katie | Feb 3, 2026 | Community, Food, Sustainability
How I use a winter lamb box to feed my family without overthinking dinner. Have you ever opened your refrigerator, felt overwhelmed… and just turned around and walked away? Been there. The last time that happened, I fed my kids tortilla chips with Velveeta + Rotel...
by Katie | Feb 2, 2026 | Community, Food, Sustainability
Winter is the season of comfort food. And there’s nothing more comforting — or easy — than pastured lamb. Look, I’ve got kids and a life full of sheep, wool, and knitting. I don’t want to babysit dinner. I want nutritious meals that are easy to make and taste...
