Final Tour de Fleece 2025 figures.

I knew that I wouldn't spin as much as usual this year as we were away for nearly half of it. I've not included any half bobbins that are hanging around, just full skeins.

I had prepped around 1300gm of fibre, some is still in the bag but we have another trip or two planned so at least I have something to take with me.

All waiting to be washed, total 1.097Kg or 2.418 pounds, breeds.. Cheviot, Ryeland, Romney, Jacob, Shetland, North Country Mule.

The Cheviot and Jacob are from the Isle of Skye and will return there. The rest will probably join my knitting stash in the van.

I now need to continue washing and prepping fleece both fine and coarse for both of the e-spinners.

Leominster revisited

 Once again I find myself back in Leominster, last time I visited by myself due to Ian having a back injury however this time we both had the chance to explore.

The town was looking brighter this time, many flowers in tubs around the town. This is Drapers lane and I like the street signage.

We also spotted this lane, the sign clearly indicating the business that was sited on it.

as we walked around we also spotted Butchers Row, School Road and the river Lugg, very much a market town. Also Ryelands Road which maybe a reference to the wool trade and the importance of the local Ryeland Sheep.

We spotted this large embroidery in one of the antique shops, embroidered in chain stitch on hessian, some parts had been appliqued  to the fabric.

This is just one of a pile of pieces that seem to fit together ( See above) so If anyone is interested the original is at Drapers Lane Antiques, Leominster. or if you have any idea what it was originally intended to be.

The Guardian of the Grange has acquired a cloak since my last visit

After lunch at the Grange Court, we had another wander round checking out the small arcades and alleys.

Grange Court

then back to the campsite to pack the van before moving on to Shrewsbury.