Michael Hampton founded his fiber mill around the same time that we got our first sheep, which was a fortuitous coincidence. Over the years he milled several beautiful yarns for us. Recently, Michael has taken a step back from custom milling to focus on his own projects, including completion...
Summer cocktails: refreshing drinks for hot days
When it’s this hot out I like to cool off with fruity flavors that bring to mind afternoons relaxing on a tropical beach. These recipes are easy and delicious, with our without alcohol. Blood Orange Spritz Blood orange soda Lime wedge Gin or vodka (optional) In a tall glass,...
Wrapping up the Tour de Fleece 2018
It has been an amazing 3 weeks of challenges and perseverance as I spun my way through my first Tour de Fleece. As I mentioned in the previous video, this challenge takes place each year during the Tour de France and is a fantastic way to expand your skills...
21: Janet Zug – Fun and functional handblown glass
Janet Zug of Zug Glass Studios has been blowing glass for over two decades. In the interview we discuss her start as a contract glassmaker with no experience and how her signature style has developed with her expertise. You can find more of Janet’s work on her website, or...
Black bean salad: a southwest staple for potluck perfection
It’s July here in Vermont, and that means it’s BBQ and potluck season. With so many pasta and potato salads out there, I like to mix it up and bring something less traditional to these events. One of my go-to recipes has been this southwest-inspired black bean salad. It’s...
Tour de Fleece 2018
The Tour de Fleece is an event for hand-spinners that takes place during the Tour de France. This year, I’ve joined a team in hopes of finishing off some long-neglected fiber in the stash. This year, the Tour de Fleece Runs Saturday July 7 through Sunday July 29th. There are...
20: Wild Roots – Local ingredients, inspired flavors
Wild Roots owner Josh Walker, and Chef Robert Mahoney share a mission to buy, preserve, and inspire with local, seasonal ingredients raised and gathered as close to their restaurant as possible. While the constraints of seasonal cooking may be seen by some as a limitation, for Robert they provide...
Rotational Grazing Tips: Portable fencing is an effective pasturing system
Since we started raising sheep back in 2008, we practiced rotational grazing to help manage our pasture and promote the health of our flock. Portable electric fencing is an easy and cost-effective way to implement this system. Rotational grazing has several goals. It is designed to promote a healthy...
Brewing Big Llama Braü with Scott Russell
Join us for a behind-the-scenes preview as we brew Big Llama Braü, a double IPA recipe developed exclusively for Gage Hill Crafts by the Homebrew Guru himself, Scott Russell. This big New England-style IPA has a boost of hop aroma and flavor balanced by local ingredients. Vermont has a...
Iced coffee: make cold brew at home for a tasty and refreshing summer treat
A few years ago I developed an iced-coffee habit. Cold brew was just coming in to some of the upscale coffee shops in our area, and I quickly got hooked. The problem was the damage this habit was doing to my wallet. At $4 – $5 per glass, it’s...