Lazy D Farm - Cathy and Gerald Dobson

Wonderful group of ladies visited the farm today for a Wet Felting Class. All their purses turned out awesome!! Lots of laughs today!

I will be doing a Kids Weaving Camp Thursday, July
25th 1:30-4:30 at OUT OF THE BOX ART STUDIO. There are 2 opening left for my class along with 3 other art days if you need a 4 day camp. The kids will be working with a cardboard loom, so they will take home both their project and the little loom to have for further projects!!!

Deadline to register is this Wednesday, July 17th

Information and how to register below:

OUT OF THE BOX STUDIO:
We cannot believe Summer camps are almost over we have had a GREAT summer so far.
Folk art Fun July 22-26 : 2 spaces only 1:30-4:30 Milton farm studio
Create in clay, wood, mixed media and a special weaving project from our friend from " Lazy D Farm" Cathy Dobson too.
Visit the animals here and end with an art exhibit showcasing students folk artists inspired work. Register on line by THIS Wednesday.

register at www.outoftheboxartstudio.com

Our hearts beat for art! Check out all we have to offer! OOTB loves art! We offer classes, camps, and workshops to share our love of are with you!

Had a wonderful time with Angela, Rick and Paula today who attended my Intro to Weaving Class. Their first weaving projects turned out beautiful!

Lazy D Farm - Cathy and Gerald Dobson updated their phone number.

Great weaving class today....awesome ladies, had a blast. Here are pictures from our day!

NEEDLE FELTING WORKSHOP

Newest products Kromski just released. Contact me for more information

JANUARY WEAVING WORKSHOP-January 24th 9:30 am - 1:30 pm. Three spaces left - call soon to take one of the spots left.

Try it you'll like it - Lazy D Farm- Introduction to Weaving: $60 - Thursday, January 24th -
9:30 - 1:30 (loom purchase not required)

You too can Weave -
Have you ever wondered what all is involved in weaving? Would like to try weaving before investing in a loom? Here's you chance! Using one of the shop looms here at Lazy D Farm, you will warp the Rigid Heddle Loom, using plain weave, complete a small sample project to take home. Learn some of the basic terms used in weaving and use different yarns types and sizes in the weft to 'see' what if! Fun day --

Class limited to 6. Call 770-479-2300 or email [email protected] for questions and reservation.

Materials needed: Yarn- everything else provided.

Kromski looms can be purchased, if you decide you have to have one after the workshop to continue your adventure!
Easy to Warp, takes up little space -

Had fun at the Cherokee County Farm Bureau AG Expo. Such a great turn out! This was Lazy D Farm’s Booth-Handmade wool items - the natural wool dryer balls were a hit.

My customer picked up her new Kromski spinning wheel today.....looks like it is being welcomed and guarded in it’s new home! Happy spinning Lee!

Lazy D Farm - Cathy and Gerald Dobson updated their address.

Lazy D Farm - Cathy and Gerald Dobson updated their website address.

Just received and put together my customer Lee’s new Kromski Symphony Wheel in clear finish! She will be so excited to come and pick up. I know she can’t wait to begin making her own yarn on this fabulous wheel.

If anyone is interested in spinning, just contact me, I will get you setup and spinning also!!!

Lazy D Farm-Sheep to Shawl 2016 - Ball Ground, Georgia Attend Lazy D Farm-Sheep to Shawl 2016 in Ball Ground, Georgia. 848 Bishop Road. Lazy D Farm in Ball Ground will present its 11th annual Sheep To Shawl next month. The event will take place from 10 a. m

Lazy D Farm Presents 11th Annual Sheep To Shawl The farm educational event will take place at 10 a.m. -3:00 pm Saturday, April 9th in Ball Ground.

Lazy D Farm-Sheep to Shawl 2016 SHEEP TO SHAWL 2016-Saturday April 9th – Lazy D Farm in Ball Ground will present their 11th annual “SHEEP to SHAWL” 10:00am – 3:00pm. Sheep Shearing – 10:30 pm – 12:00 pm Come have Old Fashion Fun with members of the Appalachian Heritage Guild’s Demonstrations including; Butter churning, Pottery, Qu…

Lazy D Farm in Ball Ground will present their 11th Annual
"SHEEP TO SHAWL"
Educational Farm Event

Saturday, April 9, 2016
10:00am – 3:00pm.

Sheep Shearing – 10:30-until all have a haircut!

PLEASE SHARE WITH FRIENDS & FAMILY!!!

Come have Old Fashion Fun with members of the Appalachian Heritage Guild’s Demonstrations including; blacksmithing, butter churning, pottery, quilting, wood carving, chair caning, weaving, spinning wool.

There will be a Honey Bee Demonstration with Local Honey available for purchase.

Try Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom and try spinning on a Drop Spindle

Lunch we be available for purchase supporting Boy Scout Troop 465. They will also be cooking homemade peach cobblers in Dutch Ovens.

Cost: Ages 3 & Up - $5.00 per person.
The farm is located at 848 Bishop Road, Ball Ground GA

troop465.orgcathy

Below are the Persons so generous agreed to be a Demonstrator or Exhibitor at this Saturday's Lazy D Farm Sheep to Shawl Event. Come out for lot's of FUN!

Demonstrators/Exhibitors:
Boy Scout Troop 465 - Parking and Food Items -(proceeds benefit Troop 465 & Scouts) http://troop465.org

Cathy Dobson - Lazy D Farm - Weaving - Try your hand at Weaving (loom will be setup to try) Spinning,
Jacob Fleeces and Wool Top Roving for Sale, Kromski Spinning Wheels & Harp Looms for Sale - Wheels available to try. Drop Spindle Kits for Sale - includes drop spindle and roving

The Mitchell's: Jack, Paula, Justin, Erika, Maddie, Amelia & Emily Mitchell - MADDIE MOO - The Milk Cow

Cherokee County Farm Bureau - Young Farmers (Raffle Tickets available-proceeds benefits the funding of Cherokee County Farm Bureau Farm Safety Camp for Kids) http://www.cherokeecountyfarmbureau.com/index2.htm

Carme Stone - Spinning, Carding Wool -Wool Processing

Ralph O'Bryant - Hand Carved Wood Items - Wood Carved Items for Sale

Tina Rhoades - Country Rhoades Arts and Crafts Studio - Homemade Soap -
Woven Scarfs - Soaps for Sale http://www.countryrhoadesart.com

Terry and Jeannie Ross - Ross Berry Farm - Demonstration - Honey and Wax Items for Sale http://www.rossberryfarm.com

Shelly Jones - TATTING Demonstration - Shelly has completed the Tatters Across Time Tatting Proficiency Phase III (Master level). She is currently president of the Atlanta Chapter of IOLI (International Organization of Lace, Inc)

Tim and Nichelle Stewart - Rockin' S Farm- Knife sheaths to match Case Knives, Grits, Kale, eggs, Baker Creek Heirloom seeds, sunflower infused oil, peanut infused oil, Claxton fruit cakes, Horseshoe Art, mulch, plants, pepper jelly, breakfast jellies and more... http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rockin-S-Farms/392473662441

Mark Stancil - Pottery Demonstration and Beautiful Pottery items for Sale

Chair Caning & Cast Iron Items - George Shelton, Cartersville GA

Quilting - Susan Watkins, Canton GA

Jeff Dobson TWO WILLOWS BRAND (Bespoke)- Artisanal Appalachian Hams
[email protected] 865-406-4722
Jeff Dobson, with the help of brothers, cousins, and uncles, has revived the traditional ham curing techniques of the Dobson family, going back generations. The Dobson recipe, updated with a couple of curing refinements, has resulted in a uniquely flavorful ham along the lines of Spanish jamon or Italian prosciutto. Dobson's Artisanal Appalachian Hams, like their European cousins, are best eaten raw. Shave off a thin slice and savor it with drinks or tangy fruit. Offer it on a self-serve cutting board, and your party will immediately become legendary. Then, fold a few slivers into scrambled eggs for the next day's breakfast.
Contract with Jeff for you next bespoke ham. He will tailor it to your tastes and have it ready for you next winter.

Jody Robertson - Usborne Books & More - Large selection of Science books (nature, animals, and farm-related books). Books for various ages (board books for babies & toddlers, reading books, farm or animal sticker and activity books, research & reference books). Contact: [email protected] or 678.521.9287 24/7 web: http://www.g1791.myubam.com/

Nancy Wick & Cindy Kirk - Butter Churning

Sheep Shearing - Randy Penson

Ewes, Rams, Baby Lambs - Chickens - Lazy D Farm

Live Music During the Day - Jan Faires and Don Fair!

New Lambs!!!

Lazy D Farm in Ball Ground will present their 10th Annual
"SHEEP TO SHAWL"
Educational Farm Event

Saturday, April 11,2015
10:00am – 3:00pm.

Sheep Shearing – 10:30-until all have a haircut!

Come have Old Fashion Fun with members of the Appalachian Heritage Guild’s Demonstrations including; blacksmithing, butter churning, pottery, quilting, wood carving, chair caning, weaving, spinning wool.

There will be a Honey Bee Demonstration with Local Honey available for purchase.

Try Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom and try spinning on a Drop Spindle

Lunch we be available for purchase supporting Boy Scout Troop 465. They will also be cooking homemade peach cobblers in Dutch Ovens.

Cost: Ages 3 & Up - $5.00 per person.
The farm is located at 848 Bishop Road, Ball Ground

Lazy D Farm in Ball Ground will present their 8th annual
"SHEEP TO SHAWL" Educational Farm Event

Saturday, April 5, 2014
10:00am – 3:00pm.

Sheep Shearing – 12:30 pm-3:00pm

Come have Old Fashion Fun with members of the Appalachian Heritage Guild’s Demonstrations including; blacksmithing, butter churning, pottery, quilting, wood carving, chair caning, weaving, spinning wool/angora, etc.

There will be a Honey Bee Demonstration with Local Honey available for purchase.

Try Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom and try spinning on a Drop Spindle

Lunch we be available for purchase supporting Boy Scout Troop 465. They will also be cooking homemade peach cobblers in Dutch Ovens.

Cost: Ages 3 & Up - $5.00 per person. Children activity. The farm is located at 848 Bishop Road, Ball Ground

THIS SATURDAY, MAY 4th. Try it you'll like it - Introduction to Weaving 9:30 - 1:30 (loom purchase not required)

You too can Weave - Have you ever wondered what all is involved in weaving? Would like to try weaving before investing in a loom? Here's you chance! Using one of my looms, in this workshop you will warp the Rigid Heddle Loom and using plain weave, complete a small sample project to take home. Learn some of the basic terms used in weaving and use different yarns types and sizes in the weft to 'see' what if! Fun day --

Class limited to 6 people
Materials needed: Yarn- everything else provided.

Call me at 770-479-2300 to reserve your spot!!!!

Come join us Saturday, July 7th for "Canning Foods At Home-The Basics. Learn how to prepare the vegetables, pressure cooker safety, canning jams, jellies and pickles. Hands on Class. 9:30 - 1:00. Space limited to 14 people. Cost $30.00 includes hand out reference material and a canned jar of green beans canned in class. Call 770 479-2300 to register. More info on website:www.lazydfarm.com

This Saturday is our 7th Annual Sheep to Shawl Event! We hope you can make it. We have exciting things happening and so far the weather looks perfect! This year the sheep shearing will begin around 10:30 and continue until after 12:00. We have an impressive list of Demonstrators and Exhibitors. I will have a loom setup for anyone to try their hand at weaving, I will also have on display the finished tote bag that was constructed from last year’s many many small hands who worked on the project. It turned out beautiful!

Gerald and I just picked up our processed fleeces from last year ‘s shearing from the Mill this past weekend, the roving is beautiful and will be available for sale! So if you ever wanted to spin or felt with Jacob wool, here’s your chance – and you’ll even see the sheep it came from! I will have drop spindle kits available, these are great if you want to learn to spin and make yarn with very little investment. BUT, if you would like to learn to spin on a spinning wheel, I will have on display all the Kromski brand spinning wheels made. If you are interested in trying one, stop by the Lazy D Farm tent – and I’ll be glad to let you try one. Don’t miss seeing the baby lambs – they are so cute! Of course, the Angora Rabbits will make appearance during the day, it’s once again time to harvest their coat, it’s getting warm!

When visiting please come by our tent and allow us to say HELLO and thank you in person for attending our event! We’ve had such great support in years past.

Check out our website www.lazydfarm.com for directions and pictures of our event from past years! If you have any questions or need any additional information, please give me a call or send an email.