2008 Talbot County Fair Rabbit/Cavy Show

My amazingly perfect family took our little Chi Chi to the 25th Annual Talbot County Rabbit and Cavy Show today. Great success was had by all who entered, but more importantly, we learned TONS! We met so many nice people and some very interesting rabbits that we are considered. So rather than bore you with lots of literal details, I'll share some of the photos. Enjoy!

Chi Chi relaxing while waiting for his turn to been judged.

Chi Chi on the judges table waiting for the English Angora Class.

And again waiting to be judged for the Variety Class.

Chi Chi brings home:
1st place English Angora Buck

Champion English Angora Breed

Champion Angora Variety

Here are just a few of the MANY rabbit breeds we enjoyed:

Now that the fun is over, time to get back to spinning!!!!

HOORAY - ETSY FOR ANIMALS!

I just found out about an organization called Etsy For Animals. They are a group of sellers on etsy.com who have agreed to help raise money for animals in need. They choose a charity of the month, and allow sellers to promote charities and rescues dear to their hearts. What a great way to help! Since I've always rescued animals myself, this is something I can really get into!

I thought I'd take this time to mention two animal organizations I rather admire:

Days End Farm Horse Rescue
"Protection for Horses.....Education for People"
(http://www.defhr.org/)


Golden Retriever Rescue of Southern Maryland
"All volunteer organization dedicated to finding homes for golden retrievers in need in St. Mary's, Calvert and Charles counties."
(http://www.goldenretrieverrescueofsouthernmaryland.org/)

Check them out, and search the web for animals that interest you; odds are, there is a rescue organization that could use you!

No More Baby Bunnies...Happy 4th!

Well, sadder than I thought it would be, the last of the baby bunnies has been sold. Why did I think it would be easy? Did you see the posts were I said they were cute, I really meant it!

A Cold Winter's Day (100% Alpaca Roving)

In fiber news, hmm, nothing is really new. Summer has been riveted with activity. My husband is busy building a barn, and with the fourth of July upon us, the family is whirling with plans.

Spinning some, ordering more fiber to replace my custom orders that flew out (nothing like word of mouth). Having a ball! Summer is here - and I'm loving it!!!

Three Bunnies Yarn Co. wants you to enjoy your Independence Day!!!

BABY BUNNIES - LOTS OF FIBER - NO TIME TO SPIN

ONLY ONE POINTED WHITE FEMALE BABY ANGORA BUNNY LEFT!!!

All of the baby English Angora's have gone to great homes, except for one. She is a darling I have been calling Pearly (I don't know why). She is all white and pointed with lilac and blue/gray eyes like her dad. Too cute.

Isn't she cute?

We decided to keep one, and have been calling her ChiChi, though her official show name is Buggs' Loose Hare. She will be making her first appearance at the County Fair. We're excited to see her away from home, because here, she is sooooo personable and just seeks attention. And who could refuse such a cutie?! And the best part, her fiber is FABULOUS already!!!

ChiChi snuggling, as always.

Spring brought a bumper crop of gorgeous angora fiber, and the baby bunnies have left me with no time for spinning. New fiber is coming in as well. I have some nice 100% alpaca and a superwash merino/alpaca blend that is really soft and makes me think of knitting socks. But I did quite a bit of that for Christmas gifts last year, so who knows what will come of it. Then there are the three fleeces I need to clean, card and spin (1 llama and 2 jacobs). I really enjoy meeting the animals that produce these sumptuous fibers, and the farmers really enjoy seeing the end product of their hard work. (Thinking cap) Maybe I'll send a pair of socks to the farmers? That way, everyone wins!

If you are interested in Pearly, or if you'd just like to talk bunnies or yarn, drop me an E-MAIL.

THREE BUNNIES IS NOW OFFICIALLY TWELVE BUNNIES (Temporarily)

ANGORA BABIES NOW AVAILABLE

UPDATED PHOTO'S OF THE THREE WEEK OLD ANGORA BUNNIES

(Click on any photo to enlarge)

9 ANGORA BUNNIES IN ALL

5 WHITE (2 with red eyes)

2 BLACK

2 GREY (one is sold)

There is really not much I need to say here. Have a look at the precious little ones, and if you have a slow internet service, be patient; they are worth it!

Time for her close-up!

SOLD


9 Bunnies in a basket, what could be cuter?


Coming AND Going

Nibbling grass




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Contact me today to reserve your Angora Bunny!

Newborn Angora Bunnies Beat Tax Deadline!

Nine angora bunnies were born April 14, 2008, in time to keep the tax man in our good graces. We are blessed to have five white, two black and two different shades of gray angora bunnies.

Enjoy the photo's we could not resist taking.

(Click any photo to enlarge)

New Arrivals

Newborns snuggled in the nest

Springing Into Action

I have been a busy bee as of late. Designing juices have been flowing like a river! Easter had me busy making about 36 little bunnies for special orders (only one made it to etsy, and still remains - go figure).

I have created several scarfs from golden retriever yarn for customers, which was quite a bit of fun. And now I find myself utilizing some intriguing yarns - made from plastic grocery bags!

I cut the bags, spin the strips into yarn and use the wound ball to make little coupon holders. I just put one on etsy, so we'll see what the hand-madesters there think, but locally they seem to be a bit of a hit. I am working on a purse since I personally think that would be fabulous! I actually hate plastic grocery bags, so this was more of a mental project than anything. Now I find myself begging friends who have not yet found it in their hearts to go green for their grocery bags. Nothing like free fiber, ur uh, plastic grocery bags (did I just say I'm thankful for plastic grocery bags?)!