Debbie Kirby of Kirby’s Happy Hoofers
Saturday, Feb. 18 from 11 am – 4 pm
at The Brandon Inn

Debbie will be demonstrating preparation of raw washed mohair fleece for inserting into knit mittens. A free handout with written instructions will be available.

Debbie Kirby has been knitting for about 60 years and is famous around town for her wonderful mittens.  Her mittens are known far and wide for being the softest and warmest. Debbie is affectionately known as The Goat Lady around Brandon. Kirby’s Happy Hoofers is a small hobby farm devoted to producing mohair and raising registered Angora Goats. All of their mohair and wool is used. The finest is spun into yarn and some is sold to hand spinners and craft folks. Besides mittens, Debbie sells socks, which are knit with Brushed Mohair Yarn, 78% Mohair, 13% Wool and 9% Nylon. The Pleasant Valley Farm in Quebec makes this blend with Debbie’s Mohair raised here in Brandon. All socks except some infant and very small child sizes have a double heel and toe for longer wear.

If you have questions, you can reach Debbie at 802-247-3124 or by email at: debbie.kirby@kirbyshappyhoofers.com. Learn more about Kirby’s Happy Hoofers at Debbie’s website

 

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