Good Fibrations

Good Fibrations Angora goats, fine yarn, wearable art I realized that in order to keep my goats, I needed to find a value added market for their fiber. It’s all about the goats!
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Good Fibrations is a one woman multi-faceted Mohair fiber business in the mountains of Western North Carolina that raises Colored Angora Goats. My passion for Angora goats started in Pagosa Springs, CO in 1998 when I acquired my first three goats, whose genetics are still present in my herd. My need for an agricultural tax status for my land presented me with the opportunity to have the Angora goa

ts I had been longing for. My original plan was to shear the goats and sell their mohair to warehouses in TX, however with the fair trade laws changing, the wholesale market for mohair plummeted. This seemingly small shift started me on a journey into the world of fiber arts that has not ceased to amaze and delight me. In 2002 I moved back to North Carolina, bringing my seven pregnant colored does, black buck, guard llama, horse, Shetland pony, two dogs and my cat. Within two weeks my does kidded and the goat population more than doubled! I began experimenting with different mills for processing my mohair into yarn, and learning which wools were best suited for blending with my mohair. Good Fibrations now produces worsted and bulky weight yarn of prime homegrown mohair blended with South Dakota grown Merino wool for fiber artists. Most of the yarn is kettle dyed or handpainted in Good Fibrations’ signature dye recipes. The unique colorways are inspired by my travels, adventures and my delight in the natural beauty of my surroundings. While colored mohair is lustrous in it’s natural state, dyeing gives it a halo like appearance. Playing with the colors and blends of fibers led to the creation of Good Fibrations roving of prime Mohair, Alpaca and Corriedale wool for spinners, knitters, and felting artists. Good Fibrations is a close knit family. I live in the former hay loft of a little ‘ole timey’ barn with my studio and display area nestled downstairs. My goats live in part of the downstairs and several additional shelters. I consider my goats part of my family, not just the source of shimmering mohair. The rhythm of farm work, feeding and caring for my goats make my heart sing, and as much as I enjoy the fiber arts portion of Good Fibrations, nothing makes me happier than those rare moments that find me sitting out in the pasture enjoying the company of my goat family.

Coil baskets made by Ann Oakes  Contact me to sign up and come to Good Fibrations and learn how to make your own on Satu...
03/06/2024

Coil baskets made by Ann Oakes
Contact me to sign up and come to Good Fibrations and learn how to make your own on Saturday March 23

03/06/2024

Greetings to you all! I’m delighted to have my friend Ann back at Good Fibrations!! Don’t miss this chance to work and learn from her!

Ann Oakes will be having a Beginning Coil Basket Making Class. Here is the information:

When: Saturday, March 23, 2024
Time: 9:30-4:30
Where: Good Fibrations
27 Ivan Bridge Drive
Barnardsville, NC 28709

Cost: $90

Space is limited to 6 people to be sure each person gets individualized attention. THERE ARE ONLY 2 SPACES LEFT.

Please send me a Facebook message if you’d like to attend and I’ll connect you to Ann. All supplies are provided.

LAST MINUTE INVITATION FOR LAST MINUTE SHOPPERS!Saturday, December 23rd from 10:00 to 3:00…also available: visits by app...
12/21/2023

LAST MINUTE INVITATION FOR LAST MINUTE SHOPPERS!

Saturday, December 23rd from 10:00 to 3:00

…also available: visits by appointment (contact me)


It was delightful to see so many of you last Saturday and a good time was had by all!

But if you’re at all like me, there are still items left on your list, and more here to see, such as. . .

My new Holiday yarn, new handmade ornaments, packaged lustrous hand-dyed mohair locks, and knitted scarves and hats!

I’ll be weaving a new shawl on my triangle loom for all who stop by!

Ann Oakes is joining me Saturday morning offering you her handsome holiday discounts on her lovely Carolina Coil Baskets!

I hope to see you Saturday to offer you a cup of hot cider, help you with your shopping and to wish you a very Happy Holiday!

"It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas"…here at the farm! The elves and I have been busy dyeing yarns in many new ...
12/09/2023

"It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas"…here at the farm!
The elves and I have been busy dyeing yarns in many new colors for knitters and weavers.

On December 16th from 10AM - 4PM…

You’ll find knitted winter hats, mittens, gloves, scarves, and cowls! I’m delighted to show you my woven shawls in new hand dyed colors!…and for the first time, I’m showing off my new book of Good Fibrations’ shawls, beautifully created by Lynnie Wright. Look through my "Book of Shawls" and order one made just for you! So much to see, feel, and take home for your next project…mohair locks dyed in rainbows of lustrous colors…for spinning, needle felting, weaving, and whatever you can imagine! And also for the first time - Good Fibrations Christmas tree ornaments!

I am delighted to have Coil Basket designer, creator, and teacher Ann Oakes join me again to participate in my Christmas Open House. Ann’s coil baskets are beautiful, one of a kind baskets that can hold just about anything. They make perfect gifts for anyone on your gift list.

I am excited to include Cathy Gerson, a multi-talented and widely known artist. See photo below for a sample of her beautiful work.

We wish you a Merry Christmas and invite you to enjoy an array of Christmas cookies and sip a cup of hot spiced cider!

PS. We’ll have apple pieces for your ‘Kids’ to feed mine!


Marcia Kummerle

Good Fibrations Angora Goats & Fine yarns

Learn to needle felt!  I have just a couple of places left...message me to register and join us this Saturday, June 11 f...
06/08/2022

Learn to needle felt! I have just a couple of places left...message me to register and join us this Saturday, June 11 from10;30-3;00 here at the farm for a needle felting painting class with Claudia Muse! Needle felting is a fun way to felt wool without the use of water. It entails the use of barbed needles that create felt by plunging the needle or needles over and over into wool! Working with Claudia, you'll learn to become comfortable with the techniques and tools that create the magic of needle felting!
Class fee is $85 includes materials...don't forget....message me for a registration form The class size is limited to five to help create a healthy environment and optimum instruction! Bring your lunch...I'll provide snacks!

I’m delighted to announce a fun Christmas Needle Felt Figures Class here at the farm!  The class is being taught by Alis...
12/01/2021

I’m delighted to announce a fun Christmas Needle Felt Figures Class here at the farm! The class is being taught by Alison James who learned how to needle felt here in a class taught by Ruth Gallagher. She continued with her needle felting to go on to teach at Ollie! Alison is an excellent instructor who will help you create your own sweet figures with your touch of holiday magic!
The class is scheduled for December 11 from 10:30 to 3:00. The class fee is $80 and includes the cost of your materials. This is going to be lots of fun…a warm fuzzy start to your holiday season! I’ll have some nifty light holiday snacks for you!
Please respond by messaging me your contact information and I will send you a reservation form.
The class size will be small to assure individual attention. I will take extra care to arrange the class seating to keep us safe. To assure the protection of all, I’ll be asking for proof of vaccination.

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27 Ivan Bridge Drive
Barnardsville, NC
28709

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