From farm and fleece to wearable art and fashion.
Who We Are
SamSpun was created in 1992 with the inspiration of love of spinning, knitting, colours and a flock of beautiful Coopworth sheep. I live on a small farm in the "suburbs" of Paw Paw, West Virginia where we grow gardens, raise sheep and children, and play traditional fiddle music.
What We Make.
Most of my designs are created with wool from my flock. Using our fleece, Gurdy Run Woolen Mill spins yarn to my specifications. I use this 100% West Virginia yarn to produce sweaters designed for comfort, durability and beauty. Choosing colours and buttons is complete whimsy, as the mood strikes, making each sweater one of a kind styling. Hats, "Kits-to-Knit" and yarns are also created with this whimsy.
See My Work .
If you'd like to meet me and see my work, I can be found every year at the The Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival, and in October come see me at the Fall Fiber Festival in Montpelier Station, Virginia. Additionally, my work can be found at the Ice House Co-op Gallery in downtown Berkeley Springs, West Virginia.
Thank you for visiting!
Sam Herrmann, Samspun