I started the Baltimore Wool Company in 2004 after searching in vain for sources of straight-from-the-farm yarn in my area. I wanted to know that the yarn I was using in my projects had come from well-treated animals. I began spinning my own yarn, and weaving with it as well. We had an empty barn and space for critters so it wasn't long before I ended up with a pair of llamas. In time that became even more llamas and lots of alpacas. Now, 2019, I still have llamas and alpacas but have added Jacob and Hog Island sheep to the mix. I still sell some of my yarn and woven goods as well as felted art and fleece for spinning and felting. I also buy wool from small local farmers who don't want to make a website or go to the trouble of selling their own wool. I buy wool at their price, process it, and offer it for sale. The farmers make a profit, I get to handle more wool, and my customers get access to heritage fleece they wouldn't ordinarily be able to find. Everyone wins! I am a proud member of the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy and a registered Fiber Provider for Shave 'em to Save 'em. To learn more, visit rarewool.org.