New Yarns and Socks in Fabulous Colours!

WOW!  The second week of August already!  Where does the time go?  The days have been nice but some of the nights are actually getting cooler I am sad to say. However, as Canadians we know that there is still lots of time left to enjoy and relax the weather and to engage in our hobbies, especially while on holidays!  So with that in mind, I have something for all you yarn crafters out there or for you who would like to get something for your crafting friends.

Our new yarn and socks have arrived and both come in great colours and yes even styles!  Styles for yarn?  Well a bit of an exaggeration but we just got in some Boucle yarn!  And in stunning colours too!  Boucle is somewhat of a novelty yarn but what it means basically is it is a looped yarn and very pretty!

Boucle

We have stunning purples, reds and light blues.  Also we have received new colours in our Alpaca/Wool blends, the Black and Purple are gorgeous.

Alpaca/Wool

 And let's not forget the Mohair/Wool blends with it's rich reds, oranges, cranberries, greens and purple too just too name a few of all the colours we have available.

Mohair/Wool

Next we have socks in great new colours....we have PINK and yellow and blues and greens...of course we have our standard colours too of neutrals and blacks and greys.  In our socks we carry a relaxed fit which is a bit looser in the calf area great for anyone who doesn't like a tight sock or who has circulation problems. We have our standard high sock and then our thermal socks in both an ankle or sport sock length.  I should also mention our insoles are in...and yes we have your size!

New Sock Colours

Thermal Socks

The store is open from Thursday thru Sunday 10 am - 5 pm, but you can always call and see if we are around or make an appointment.  There is an array of hand crafted items in the store along with many more fibre products ranging from batts, to roving to wool yarns.  And on the farm side we also have some lamb and beef in along with chicken and eggs

2014 First Cria Born!

Mocha and Cria Girl July 2014

Good Friday Morning!  This morning Mocha had a baby girl!  She is a pretty dark brown and as all cria's she is all legs!  This is the first of our cria for 2014, both Mom and baby are doing well.

Yesterday we had a group stop by the farm, they had stopped by to see the animals but to learn about what we do with our animals, our industry.  They learned about the different fibre goats, the Olde English Babydoll Southdown sheep and of course our Alpacas and Llamas.  They enjoyed seeing how the animal's fleece was made into different products.  The store was a great hit and buying socks and yarns from animals you just met makes it all a bit more special!

Mocha and Cria girl 2014

The store is open from 10-5 Thursday thru Sunday.  If you would like to have a group come for a tour the cost is $ 20.00 per person and you can come anytime during the week, we can discuss options and what you would like to see.  As always we are NOT a petting farm, but we do have a few VERY social representatives from each species who love the attention...we even have "Pretty" Hen!

The store has local beef and lamb from other farms, we have eggs, chicken and turkey's which we are taking orders for now.

To get in touch with us please call 705-778-2070 or you can email us at elmleaalpacas@gmail.com

See my legs, they are new!

Mocha and baby

Alpaca Socks and their Benefits

It's Friday and it's a beautiful day in Havelock!

Today's news...our socks have arrived!  Our shelves are full.  We have a selection of Alpaca socks in regular length in a variety of shades, neutral and coloured.   We have a "Relaxed Fit" sock meaning there is not a fitted cuff...so if you need a sock that doesn't fit closely for comfort or for circulation reasons the Relaxed Fit is for you!

Neutral Alpaca Socks

Coloured Alpaca Socks

There are Thermal socks in two lengths, one we call a "slipper" sock, it sits above the ankle and the other is a sport sock.  These socks are absolutely terrific in boots or work shoes or to wear to bed for you with cold feet!

Thermal Slipper and Sport length

And finally we have our Mohair socks.  Theses are limited in number so you need to buy soon!  They also come in colours and neutrals.

Mohair

What is the benefit of an Alpaca sock?  The sock provides warmth when needed but because the fibre is breathable it also provides coolness!  This is due to the air pockets found in the Alpaca fibre, dry, cool and warm all at the same time, ideal for keeping your feet comfortable!  Alpaca beats both wool and cotton for keeping feet at their best!  Alpaca socks are durable meaning they are a good investment. And finally the feel of Alpaca is smooth, a luxury that is affordable, practical and durable...all in all you just can't beat a good pair of Alpaca socks!

Come see us at the store in Havelock!  We are open Thursday thru Sunday 10 am to 5 pm.  If that time doesn't work for you give me a call!  As always the store has fibre to suit your knitting, felting or spinning needs.  Oh and yes we have eggs!

Have a great weekend and DROP IN!

Spring Yarns, and Rovings and Batts Oh My!

Another lovely day!  The animals are out and about playing in the sun.  Only 3 more goats to shear, then on to sheep and finally Alpacas and Llamas!

Hand Painted Yarn

Today's sun makes a person wish for flowers!  Still no flowers but I do have beautiful colours in yarn!  I will have yarns, roving and batts with me in Maynooth tomorrow for those of you who want to create your own! And for those of you who are looking to purchase something already made I will have hand crafted hats,shawls, scarves both knit and silk and of course I will have socks and insoles.  Any of these items would be a nice Easter gift, especially with some of the colours!

Mohair blended yarn

Alpaca Yarn

Hand dyed Yarn

I will be in Maynooth tomorrow, Saturday April 12, 2014 at the Community Center from 10-4. I do not have debit at this time but remember I take Visa and Mastercard which makes things so much easier! 

Also the store will reopen on May 1, 2014!  That is exciting news!  So it will be back to Thursday thru Sunday 10-5!  Really looking forward to that!