As we look towards week four of our lockdown, we are probably starting to find a new normal and establish some new rhythms to our days where we can. Even so, the ongoing disruption and uncertainty can take its toll and little surprises and contact with friends and family whether by telephone, online or traditional post can provide a very welcome lift in our day.

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We love this time of year! Signs of new growth are starting to peek through everywhere you look and we have plenty of new things happening in the studio and on the website as well. Take a look at some of the exciting plans and products happening this year at Sian O’Doherty…

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Time flies when you’re having fun and there’s been a lot of fun at Ash Farm in the weeks since our last newsletter.
Yet more alpacas have joined our lovely herd with our newest arrivals making 30! We are looking forward to incorporating their lovely fleeces into next year’s yarns.

Our latest yarns have been put to work on the knitting machines, inspiring new garment designs and cosy accessories. We had a wonderful time introducing the new sweaters to alpaca enthusiasts from all over Wales at the inaugural Welsh Alpaca Show in Carmarthen.

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Welcome to this “All About Alpacas” edition of our newsletter for September. It has been an exciting year of growth for our herd of alpacas at Ash Farm (with even more on the way next month!) and we are pleased to be able to share all of our news about these wonderful animals with you this month. Do follow the links as you come to them to get the full story.

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It’s all hands on deck at Ash Farm as final preparations are underway for the first Summer Open Studio this weekend. A fantastic selection of makers from across Wales will be showcasing a wide array of creative and beautiful items to tempt you and Sian will be selling her stunning range of knitwear, accessories and items for the home – including some new alpaca designs that are currently exclusive to this event.

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