Farming is seasonal, and so is sheepskin production. Sheep also grow seasonally, from their muscle mass and overall weight, to the way they grow a new fleece each year. It is important to be aware of these factors and plan your calendar accordingly for the best possible end-products. This calendar represents the most common production
Continue reading »“When will my sheepskins be ready?” This is the question we get most often from our custom tanning clients, and we understand why! The answer is that this is a seasonal business so the turnaround times will vary during the year. August – September This is our slow season for tanning while we’re preparing for
Continue reading »Did you know that, like their ancient cousins, today’s domestic sheep and goats also molt? Although many breeds do not shed their fleece, the fibers are released or weakened at this molting point, which can create problems during tanning. In a skin from a sheep that has molted, the loose wool from the older fleece felts
Continue reading »We often get questions about how best to preserve skins after slaughter, to keep them stabilized before they can be tanned. We prefer receiving salted skins. First remove the skin with care: Immediately after slaughter, carefully remove the skin from the carcass. It is best to pull the skin rather than using a knife, to avoid punctures
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