Feels Like Fall Has Arrived!

 

Wow.  Amazing what two weeks, or even two days, can do to the weather.  Of course, our alpacas are loving the cooler temperatures and are enjoying being back out in the fields.  They can be seen from the roadway grazing in the pasture, and it's funny to see them follow cars up the driveway when visitors arrive.  Our alpaca boys learned during the hot summer months, when they rarely ventured far from the barn during daylight hours, that visitors often meant treats and attention were coming their way. 

Although the alpacas love the cold weather, you could say that they're dressed for it!  The rest of us have to make do with conserving body temperature the best way we know how (covering up with alpaca wear is the comfiest way, of course).

One of our clever artisans designed and knitted this beautiful cap.  Judy Murgia was kind enough to bring it by for our review and allowed us to post a picture to share with our followers.  The cap is double knit and uses 100 yds colored yarn and 100 yds of white yarn.  Judy has also stated that she will make the pattern available, if someone would like to replicate her design.

As the weather turns cooler, we look forward to seeing, and sharing, other projects completed using our luxurious alpaca fiber and roving.  Bring your accomplishments by, or send us a photo, with a brief description and we'd love to showcase your talent.

Meanwhile, enjoy the gradual shift from summer to fall, as warm sunny days transition into cooler evenings and nights, and those distant blistering hot summer days become just a memory!