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Fuzzy Britches Fiber We raise Bluefaced Leicester & Tunis Sheep and Angora Rabbits. Our goal is to work with local wool. Thank you for joining us in this adventure!

A New Endeavor
FUZZY BRITCHES FIBER·SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019·

Fuzzy Britches Fiber is a small hobby farm located in Stanwood Washington. As a spinner, I was intrigued by the notion of raising my own fiber. We currently raise Blue Faced Leicester and Tunis Sheep along with Angora Rabbits. We strive to raise our animals on a small scale in a healthy setting. All of our animals are humanely raised,

and are first and foremost pets. They are lovingly cared for, and in return supply our small farm with fiber for spinning, compost for the garden, and hours of enjoyment. We work hard to advocate for these amazing animals, and all of the resources they can provide. Our dream is to build a viable fiber business using locally sourced wool, while providing a loving and forever home to the animals who have provided us with so much!

03/22/2025

Meet Elf, the newest addition to our French Angora family. Born on Christmas Day, Elf will stay with her parents on the farm and join our fiber program.

03/21/2025

Fuzzy Friday!

03/17/2025

Barn hair, don’t care!
Hay is this winter’s fashion statement.

03/15/2025

The Egg Barn Returns!
Following a prolonged and challenging winter, our chickens have returned to laying eggs consistently, and we are thrilled to offer our surplus to the community.
For the 2025 season, the Egg Barn will be open solely on Sundays, commencing tomorrow, March 16th. As always, the egg barn operates on a first-come, first-served honor system, and we appreciate your continued patronage.

03/13/2025

This little doe is 3 months old and ready to hop off to a new fiber home. French Angora rabbits are known for their gentle disposition and easy-care coats. They produce wonderful fiber for spinning or felting.

03/11/2025

As one of the oldest breeds of livestock developed in America, Tunis sheep have a fascinating history. They are a heritage breed, and have been bred over time to produce multipurpose animals adaptable to many conditions.
I found myself drawn to Tunis sheep not only as a shepherdess, but also as a spinner. The ivory color, dense locks, solid crimp, and medium feel make for a beautiful yarn.
With a fiber diameter between 24-30 microns, Tunis falls into the medium-fine range of wools. Most people find Tunis to be comfortable worn next to the skin. Their wool makes a lovely yarn with shades of cream and white.
Tunis is a great spinning project for both novice and experienced spinners. The wool has a nice crimp that helps to make it ‘grippy’ and easy to spin. The end result is a strong yet lofty yarn suitable for a variety of projects.

03/05/2025

What’s on the wheel Wednesday:
A Tunis and Angora blend. There is a bit more prep work blending the fibers and creating the rolags to get them ready for spinning - but it is a rewarding project.

02/28/2025

Fuzzy Friday!

02/24/2025

Local wool is a beautiful asset for every community to have. Each individual fleece is truly special and tells a unique story. When you purchase local wool not only are you helping a small farm, you are also helping to build and support your neighborhood.
Within our community you can find a wide variety of wool sheep; we are excited to feature our local farms and their beautiful fiber in the upcoming Wooly Fun Breed Study. The first meeting is happening later this week and there is still a spot available, contact us to learn more!

02/19/2025

What’s on the wheel Wednesday:
This very full bobbin of Tunis is ready to be plyed and made into yarn.

02/18/2025

2-ply Vs. 3-ply Yarn:
2 ply yarns are oval and create a slightly textured yarn.
3 ply yarns are round and create a thicker, more structured yarn.

3-ply yarns are more durable and stand up well to abrasion (think socks). The rounded structure of the 3-ply creates great stitch definition. When used in cabling and other stitch patterns the 3 ply will help the patterns stand out and stay crisp.
Every yarn has its strengths and projects that they are well suited for.
Pictured is some of our handspun Tunis yarn. The yarn on the left is 2-ply and the yarn on the right is 3-ply. Can you spot the difference?

02/13/2025

There are still a few spots available in the upcoming Woolly Fun Breed Study beginning February 28th.
The group meets once a month in Stanwood February-June. Each month features a new breed of sheep from a local farm.
If you are interested in participating you can message or send an email for additional information.
We are excited to continue this program and promote the wool found in our region!

02/12/2025

What’s on the wheel Wednesday:
Some more of our homegrown Tunis.

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Stanwood, WA
98292

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Why create with 100% wool yarn? * �Wool is naturally sustainable * �Wool products are durable and long-lasting * �Wool has excellent body temperature regulation properties; keeping heat in or out as needed * �Wool absorbs 1/3 of its weight in moisture * �Wool is fire retardant: wool ignites at a higher temperature than cotton and some synthetic fibers and doesn’t melt * �Wool is resistant to mold and mildew What will you make? #localwool #wemakeyarn #farmtoyarn #handspunwool

Sunday Farm Spotlight: Periwinkle - French Angora Periwinkle is a one year old, lilac, French Angora. She joined our farm in May of 2024 and has been a wonderful addition to the fiber farm. She possesses a calm although slightly reserved demeanor and is a joy to work with. Peri is the mother to our latest litter and has proven herself to be an attentive and caring mom. She grows an amazing coat of beautifully colored and dense fiber. We are delighted to have her wonderful fiber as part of our products. #fiberfarm #frenchangora #angorarabbitfiber

What’s on the wheel Wednesday: Spinning up some Tunis. #fiberfarm #localwool #tunissheep #farmyarn #sheeptoskein

Sunday Farm Spotlight: Lyric - French Angora Lyric is an approaching 1 year old French Angora doe who joined our farm in October 2024 from a program in Oregon. Her striking coloring (broken blue) caught my eye and I couldn’t wait to bring her into our fiber program. She is an amazing little girl who is easy to work with - although she is quite talkative and keeps me entertained with her squeaks and vocalizations. Her unique fiber will be available to create with this spring. #frenchangora #fiberfarm #angorarabbitfiber #fiberarts

Sunday Farm Spotlight: Joe - French Angora Rabbit Joe joined our farm in May of 2020 and at 5 years old he is the oldest bunny in the barn. He is a French angora who produces stunning fiber with an eye-catching color. Joe is a character with a delightful personality. He enjoys a good snuggle, and frolicking outside. We are happy to have him and his beautiful fiber to add some distinctive color into our products! #angorarabbit #raisingwoolanimals #frenchangorawool #familyfarm #fiberfarm

It’s amazing how much they change in 8 weeks! #frenchangora #fiberfarm

Wool goes through a dramatic and mesmerizing process to get from sheep to skein. #farmtoyarn #sheeptoskein #localwool #fiberarts #farmyarn #handspunwool

Sunday Farm Spotlight: Jim (Bluefaced Leicester) Jim and his brother Steve were our very first sheep - and a catalyst for Fuzzy Britches Fiber. Unfortunately, Jim was orphaned when he was a few days old, so he along with Steve and their triplet sister were raised as bottle babies. Despite being handled frequently as a lamb, Jim has maintained a reserved and slightly aloof demeanor. He is a beautiful BFL and each year he grows a phenomenal fleece. The other sheep seem to be drawn to his quiet nature, and although a bit of a “loner” it is unusual to find him alone in the field. #bluefacedleicester #farmlife #rasingwoolanimals

Inconsistency is the beauty of handspun yarn. Consistency has its place, however discrepancy adds to the charm and creates a beautiful texture. Handspun yarn is completely handmade and the result is a unique, never to be repeated yarn. An individual who has spun the yarn themselves can give you a detailed description of the fibres used and allows you to understand the journey the fibres have been on from sheep to skein. Each skein represents the time and creativity of an individual, and becomes an item of art in and of itself. #handspunyarn #spinningwheel #fiberart #handmade #spinningwool #wemakeyarn

Sunday Farm Spotlight: Jasper - Tunis When Jasper arrived on the farm, he instantly became everyone’s best friend. He is a personable and curious fellow who follows us around like a puppy. He likes to be in the middle of any activity taking place in the field. As an added bonus, he grows a beautiful fleece full of crimp and shine - definitely a worthy addition to our spinners flock! #fiberfarm #tunissheep #woolsheep #localwool

One more week before these French Angora babies are ready to hop off to new homes. French Angora rabbits are known for their gentle disposition and easy-care coats. They are a great choice for fiber enthusiasts. All of the babies are easily handled and have wonderful personalities. #frenchangora #angorarabbitfiber #fiberfarm

A crocheted piece is the lovely manifestation of a thought expressed through hand, heart, hook & yarn. (Francine Toukou). #fiberarts #handmade #wearwool #crochet

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A New Endeavor

Fuzzy Britches Fiber is a small hobby farm located in Stanwood Washington. As a spinner, I was intrigued by the notion of raising my own fiber. We currently raise Blue Faced Leicester Sheep and Angora Rabbits, although we hope to raise a diverse flock of fiber animals in the future. We strive to raise our animals on a small scale in a healthy setting.

All of our animals are humanely raised, and are first and foremost pets. They are lovingly cared for, and in return supply our small farm with fiber for spinning, compost for the garden, and hours of enjoyment.

We work hard to advocate for these amazing animals, and all of the resources they can provide. Our dream is to build a viable fiber business using locally sourced wool, while providing a loving and forever home to the animals who have provided us with so much!