The Last Dance Ranch

05/07/2026

✨ Is it magic, or just a really good shearer? The sheep are happier, and I’m relieved that event is out of the way for 2026. Thanks , you’re the best ✨

04/30/2026

04/29/2026

It’s almost outdoor hide tanning season! This year I want to teach YOU how to make your own naturally tanned sheepskin rug. There are two sets of classes coming up in June with only 2 spots left at the farm venue, and 4 . Head to the website link to secure your spot. If you’ve already signed up, further details will be sent out in May. Looking forward to meeting you all soon!

04/26/2026

Shearing season is in full swing.⁠
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For animals that grow regenerative fleece (made into yarn, textiles and clothing), it's a busy time for farmers who also lamb, plant, and sell.⁠
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Who's your fibre farmer ? ? ?

Here's a bunch that grow and transform textiles into great gifts for Mother's Day! ⁠
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🐑 Ferme Fiola Farm ⁠
🧶 Almost Urban Fibreworks ⁠
🪡 The Last Dance Ranch ⁠
🧵 Longway Homestead ⁠
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Follow them to find out where they'll be in the next couple of weeks.

04/10/2026

The First Ever Fibreshed Mixer is happening TONIGHT.

Come and meet those that grow your fibre and your dyes - and pick up some supplies to make your 100mile clothing and accessories.

TONIGHT, April 10
7-9pm

Riverview Community Centre (90 Ashland Ave)

Suggested donation at the door $5

Our producer members will provide a 5-10 minute presentation at their table on their farm, their process and the products they have.

7:15pm Shirley H. | White Spruce Heritage Farm - Raising Heritage breed Navajo Churro Sheep

7:30pm LOURDES | Natural Dyer - Grow your own colour

7:45pm Barbara Mulock - Farming Shetland Sheep

8:15pm The Last Dance Ranch (LeVerne) - Tanning skins and hides

8:30pm Jennifer deGroot - Growing Icelandic wool and dye plants

8:45pm Ferme Fiola Farm - Regenerative farming and felting

03/09/2026

Workshop registration is now open on the website, link in bio. Each class has a maximum of 8 participants. When booking please be mindful of venue location - I’m so happy to be working with to offer a location accessible to city residents who can’t make it out to the farm. Looking forward to meeting future hide tanners this spring!

03/08/2026

I’m working on some final details, but registration will open this week for hide tanning! Two venues - one farm, one city. Two kinds of tanning - bark tanned sheepskins, and buckskin.

03/01/2026

The United Nations has declared 2026 the International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF 2026)—a global initiative recognizing the essential roles women play across agrifood systems, from production to processing to trade, often without adequate visibility or recognition.

This international year aims to raise awareness of the contributions of women in agrifood systems and the challenges they face—such as land access, financial and technical barriers, and limited access to services and education—while encouraging policies and investments that strengthen their leadership and economic opportunities.

In Canada, many small and medium-sized farms championing wool quality are led by women. We work alongside many of them and are continually inspired by their resilience, creativity, commitment to animal welfare and their communities, and their entrepreneurial drive.

Every March, we celebrate Canadian Women in Wool in honour of International Women’s Day on March 8. This year, to mark the International Year of the Woman Farmer, we’ll be sharing stories of Canadian women farmers. Stay tuned!

02/25/2026

The February edition of the tea towel club was sent out to subscribers mid month, a palette of serene colours that has me hoping for spring 🌱

02/20/2026

Another custom order completed. Overshot pattern Ancient Roses, wool pattern and cotton/linen warp and tabby, cozy for these last weeks (I hope!) of winter weather

02/01/2026

BLUE HILLS FIBRE FESTIVAL WILL RETURN IN 2027!

We are taking the year to re-organize ourselves and open new volunteer positions at the table to bring you a Blue Hills that’s better than ever before. Contact us to ask about opportunities to join our small but mighty team. We’re excited to meet you.

SAVE THE DATE: SAT JUNE 5 2027 in CARBERRY, MANITOBA