look, see, run

Looking back a month, I guided a lovely group through the day

learning to dye with indigo. Beautiful blues.

A vintage dress that was a rather bland light peach

morphed. It was dyed with the indigo I grew this summer

which yielded a much greener blue. Love it!

It was a made to order September day here on the farm.

The pumpkins got harvested and they were huge 

despite the dry summer.

The flock finally in their glory with cooler

temperatures and less fences set for rotation.

A free for fall grazing time.

We got the last of the hay in, loft full, case closed for winter.

Kalie helped me while I loaded bales to the elevator.

Every blessed sheep coat from last shearing to date

got washed and sorted, finally.

Crystal is still with us doing it slowly

and calmly.

Early October Long Ridge Farm was on the 

artisan tour and it was a wonderful experience.

Luna was the official greeter!

I was delighted that right around the corner there

is a breadmaker and a new winery. 

Made for a great tour route.

Lots of people stopped to visit and shop while I let 

the fresh indigo vat simmer all day and dyed up a storm.

I gave people the chance to dip their own silk to watch

the magic happen.

The sheep modeled for the visitors. Good sheep.

And now it's time for Rhinebeck. Shoving off momentarily.
A very special delivery came
from a very dear Owl friend.
You can read about it here and see it on display
at the show. Just gorgeous.
Come visit the grand dame of the
wool festivals on the east coast this Saturday and Sunday.