Red Barn Farm

Located 45 minutes north of Detroit, Michigan, this farm is known for its small flock of Shetland sheep, a breed celebrated for its fine and soft wool. The farm offers a variety of products made from their sheep's wool, including roving, yarn, and fleece. They also provide stud services using their flock sire and sell registered lambs.

The farm's Shetland sheep are known for their beautiful and varied wool, which ranges in fiber diameter from an incredibly fine 15 microns to a coarser 36 microns. The wool is soft yet durable, making it ideal for spinning into a variety of fabrics. The sheep's fleeces typically weigh between 2 to 4 pounds, though heavier fleeces are not uncommon. The staple length of the fleece varies from 2 to 6 inches. In some cases, the wool sheds naturally in late spring, a characteristic associated with primitive breeds. The farm's fields are described as a rainbow of Shetland colors, showcasing the breed's wide range of natural hues.

The farm offers 100% Shetland 2-ply worsted weight natural yarn for $12.00 per 4 oz. skein, dyed yarn for $14.00 per 4 oz. skein, roving for $12.00 sold in 6 oz. balls, unwashed Shetland fleeces for $10.00 per pound, and handmade scarves and belts for $20.00.