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14 Needle Felting Project Ideas to Try
Needle felting is a fun craft! Here are some creative needle felting project ideas to try. This collection features needle felting projects for beginners as well as advanced fiber artists.
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13 Interesting Ways to Use Beeswax
Beeswax is an amazing natural product with a multitude of uses! Learn different ways that beeswax can be used around your homestead in this post. From skincare products to kitchen applications, beeswax does the trick!
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How to Make a Removable Felted Fleece Collar
Wet-felt your own removable felted fleece collar with this step-by-step tutorial. A felted fleece collar makes a unique addition to any ordinary denim jacket. Add style and warmth to your outerwear with this handcrafted accessory.
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Slow Cooker Goat Pot Roast Recipe
This slow cooker goat pot roast recipe is as easy as it is hearty. Spend just fifteen minutes in the morning preparing the meat and vegetables, cook for 8-10 hours on low, and enjoy a delicious meal on a busy day!
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23 Incredible Ways to Use Mohair
Mohair is the luxurious fiber produced by Angora goats. Whether you are a fiber artist or farmer, you can find ideas for using beautiful locks or silky yarn in this post. Create stunning wreaths, durable horse tack, and more. Use mohair for your next crafting project!
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How to Make a Mohair Lock Wreath
Add some country charm to your home with a mohair lock wreath. Use scoured fiber from an Angora goat or longwool sheep breed to make this soft and beautiful indoor decoration. Follow the steps in this tutorial to needle-felt locks onto a metal frame wrapped in wool roving.
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How to Make Refrigerator Sweet Pickles
If you want to make sweet, crunchy pickles without the hassle of canning, here is a recipe for you! Refrigerator sweet pickles are easy to make. All you have to do is slice some pickling cucumbers, make a brine, pour it together, throw it in the fridge for two weeks, and you will have the perfect addition to creamy salads or pairing for a savory sandwich.
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How to Make Ground Goat Tacos
Tacos are a great way to enjoy ground goat meat. Make ground goat tacos with our recipe and a homemade taco seasoning mix. It’s a classic meal the whole family will enjoy.
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How to Make Goat Belly Rouladen
Goat belly rouladen is a delicious meal you can make with an underappreciated cut of meat. Cook it low and slow in the oven for a tender, flavorful main dish that pairs well with a side of mashed potatoes. Instructions for preparing the meat, stuffing, rolling, and braising are included in this recipe.
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How to Make a Felted Landscape Scene
Make a beautiful scene with animal fibers like wool and mohair to frame and admire. This tutorial will walk you through the steps to create a wet-felted landscape. Instructions for adding needle-felted details to your picture are also included.
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How to Make Seared Goat Loin Medallions
Use this easy recipe to make tender, delicious goat loin medallions. A quick pan sear, followed by a short roast in the oven is all that it takes to make this decadent dish. Its like preparing and eating a miniature filet mignon!
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How to Use a Goat Cut Sheet
This post explains the best way we have found to organize and plan for butchering on our family farm. Planning ahead ensures the cuts are just how we like them and that as little of the animal is wasted as possible. Use this example goat cut sheet to ensure the butchering process is a smooth one from start to finish.
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Fiber Arts | Agriculture | DIY
16 Ways to Use Waste Wool or Mohair
Don’t throw out your short staple, skirted parts of the fleece, or non-ideal fiber! You can use waste wool or mohair for many purposes around the homestead. Wool and mohair are insulating and packed with nutrients, here are some creative ideas to try!
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10 Tips for Success with Rotational Grazing: Training Goats and Troubleshooting Equipment
Rotational grazing can come with some challenges. Set yourself up for success with rotational grazing with these tips gleaned from years of experience. Information on training goats and troubleshooting equipment are provided in this post.
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How to Make Elderflower Lemonade
Elderflower lemonade is a summertime favorite on the farm. Made with just wild foraged elderflowers, sugar, lemons, and water this recipe is quick and easy to make. This sweet and floral steeped drink is the perfect refreshment on a hot day!
