RAMSAY FARMS: Christmas Photos

Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Christmas Photos

I tried to get a few shots of the babies in a group....that didn't work very well.....(except for the Christmas Ice Cream treat!) so I had them take 'individual photos' with their dad :)
The word "TREAT" works wonders for EARS! (except for Ell...who was too busy squirming away!)

The Princess Sadie and yours truly

Mitcham

Oliver

Zoe-Miester

Ell Bell

Ell doing the "We're touching" pose and a kiss for good measure (the dogs always need to be 'touching' me with one of their paws)

Mac was elated to have company of his own kind and he LOVES to play with Mitcham! Mitcham just knocks the Corgis over with his leg and then goes in the for the "kill" lol

A group photo of the babies waiting for their Christmas Ice cream treat. Sadie was a pig and devoured not only her own, but Mitcham AND Ell's so Mitcham and Ell had to have more scooped for them. Sadie then sat in front of the freezer and wimpered..What an OINK!

My pretty girl sittin' next to me on the couch.

MERRY CHRISTMAS from all of us at Ebonwald Cardigans...

6 comments:

Michelle said...: Garrett, are you SURE there is room in your life for a wife and kids??? Hee!; December 24, 2008 at 11:53 PM
Sherilyn said...: Very cute pictures...YOU and the kids! :)

Merry Christmas to all...can't wait to see you in St. Paul!

Hugs!
Sherilyn; December 25, 2008 at 12:03 AM
penni said...: We hope your Christmas was happy, Garrett. The dogs certainly look thoroughly entertained.; December 26, 2008 at 9:15 AM
Juliann said...: Cute photos! That Sadie has a crazy head! :); December 30, 2008 at 8:44 AM
Gone2theDawgs said...: Garrett! What wonderful pics! The word "Treat" definitely gets great pics from your pooches....was that word used on you to get those great smiles?; December 31, 2008 at 7:38 PM
Kathy said...: OK...Now I don't feel so bad when 4 or 5 cats try to lay on me in my recliner...

heeheehee

Love it, Garrett!; January 5, 2009 at 8:00 PM

Who we are

Ramsay Farms is situated in the northeastern part of Ottertail County, near Perham, Minnesota. This family farm of 320 acres has been in the Ramsay family for five generations, dating back to 1892. Today our farm prides itself on our Simmental cattle, Shetland Sheep and BlueFaced Leicester sheep. We strive to breed animals that closest match the breed standards given to them, and mindful of production, health and longevity in our animals as well.

In spring of 2016, there was a purchase of 32 acres in Green County, Wisconsin to accommodate Garrett for his work in that region. The animals have for the most part been moved to that location. Both locations will work in tandem to continue educating and promoting these animals and this way of life.

From the Shetland Sheep Society

"Shetland sheep have for generations been noted for their very soft and well crimped fleece. The wool is the finest of all native breeds and shows an amazing variety of colours and patterns. There are 11 main whole colours and 30 recognised markings.

By selecting from coloured fleeces a range of naturally coloured yarn can be produced. This eliminates the need for dyeing and therefore retains the soft feel of the natural fibre and is favoured by those who prefer a totally natural approach.

Shetland wool fibres are of a simple construction witha central cortex covered by a thin scaly cuticle, and have an average diameter of about 23 microns. However there is a range from 10-20 microns for neck and shoulder wool to 25to 35 microns for britch wool. the average staple length is 3.5 inches. The amount of crimp varies, and is most important in providing the 'bounce' required for knitwear. There is a positive correlation between fineness and crimp, with wool of the finest quality being crimped at between 8 and 12 to the inch. Wool from shetland sheep is used to produce gossamer lace, the famous 'Fair Isle' knitwear, and fine tweeds. Pure bred Shetland sheep tend to shed their fleece in sprin. The growth of new fleece can cause a rise or weak point and where this is present the fleece can sometimes be plucked or 'rooed' by hand. The timing of this can be different in each sheep, however, it is worth taking the care to get it right as rooed fleece can be amongst the softest because the fibres have no harsh cut ends as occurs with a sheared fleece.

Shetland fleece can be handspun straight from the fleece or made into rolags and then woollen spun. It can also be sorsted spun by hand, used on a peg loom or handwoven. It also felts well using either dry or wet methods. When processed commercially the wool can be made into the finest lightweight worsted cloth or heavier weight, harder wearing fabrics and tweeds."

RAMSAY FARMS

Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Christmas Photos

6 comments:

A long time coming!

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