Marriner Yarns Blog

Marriner Flock | Simone the Lamb

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Thursday, June 25th, 2020
Posted in British Wool, Crochet, Knitting, Made with Marriners, Sheep, wool

We were thrilled at the arrival of the Marriner lambs a few months ago, but one of the little ones didn’t have a very strong start with the rest of the flock.

  

Simone the lamb was suffering from Joint-ill, an infection that affects the joints of lambs, causing swelling and difficulty standing or walking. Monty the lab took to the little guy immediately and became his protector after we brought him inside to help with his recovery.

 

Simone needed to be on a strict course of antibiotics to fight the infection, so was regularly bottle fed to make sure he was getting everything he needed. Despite needing the safety and security of the house for his recovery, Simone still…

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And May’s winner is…

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Friday, May 29th, 2020
Posted in Competition, Crochet, Knitting, Made with Marriners

We know that our customers love to show off their knits or their crochet projects – and quite rightly too, you clever bunch – which is why we decided to reward one of you every single month.

Each month you can share your projects with us on social media for entry into our prize draw and the chance to win a £50 voucher to spend on MarrinerYarns.com.

#MarrinerEmerald winner

May has been stunning weatherise; it’s like being in full summer already. We kept it simple this month, focusing on the lush greenery we can sprouting everywhere, as well as May’s birthstone, Emerald.

We wanted to see anything and everything you have created with Marriners in green this month!

Without further ado…

 

View all of the #MarrinerEmerald entries here.

Another month of lots of lovely submissions – everything from cushions, jumpers, blankets, dolls, cardigans, amigurumi and much -…

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And April’s winner is…

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Friday, May 1st, 2020
Posted in Competition, Crochet, Knitting, Made with Marriners

We know that our customers love to show off their knits or their crochet projects – and quite rightly too, you clever bunch – which is why we decided to reward one of you every single month.

Each month you can share your projects with us on social media for entry into our prize draw and the chance to win a £50 voucher to spend on MarrinerYarns.com.

#MarrinerRainbow winner

April was a strange old month. Our first full month in lockdown. It has been amazing to see the country rally together and show true kindness and solidarity in a huge number…

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And March’s Winner is…

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Friday, April 3rd, 2020
Posted in Competition, Crochet, Knitting, Made with Marriners

We know that our customers love to show off their knits or their crochet projects – and quite rightly too, you clever bunch – which is why we decided to reward one of you every single month.

Each month you can share your projects with us on social media for entry into our prize draw and the chance to win a £50 voucher to spend on MarrinerYarns.com.

#MarrinerFlorals winner

March promised springtime and sunshine, but the month has ended a lot differently than anyone could have guessed. Rather than celebrating the arrival of the new season, we are all now doing…

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Marriner Flock | It’s scanning day at Marriner Farm…

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Thursday, March 5th, 2020
Posted in British Wool, Crochet, Knitting, Made with Marriners, Sheep, wool


A few weeks ago, our ladies of the Marriner Flock were paid a visit for their routine scan.

Chris stopped by the Marriner Farm and saw every single ewe to determine how many lambs she may be carrying.

The ladies are sent through a special run, that allows Chris access to place a probe on the udder. This will then send out soundwaves, which bounce back and present an image of the lambs on the screen. Just as you would see in a human ultrasound examination.

Depending on the number of lambs the ewes are carrying, they…

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Rocking the winter coat!

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Thursday, February 27th, 2020
Posted in British Wool, Made with Marriners, Sheep

 

The flock are embracing their winter coats as the weather has changed recently – but no snow here quite yet.

However, there’s no time for a haircut at the moment! It’s busy busy busy at the Marriner Farm. All of the ewes have been separated according to the number of lambs they are carrying, so we can ensure they are all getting enough food and shelter to grow happy and healthy little lambs.

Even the rams have been on the move – relocated to pastures new to give the ladies the room (and…

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And February’s winner is…

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Thursday, February 27th, 2020
Posted in Competition, Crochet, Knitting, Made with Marriners

We know that our customers love to show off their knits or their crochet projects – and quite rightly too, you clever bunch – which is why we decided to reward one of you every single month.

Each month you can share your projects with us on social media for entry into our prize draw and the chance to win a £50 voucher to spend on MarrinerYarns.com.

#MarrinerLoveofFood winner

February arrived with the promise of spring not far away – and of course, love in the air – not to mention, food… Valentine’s treats, pancake day, and let’s face it, all…

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And January’s winner is…

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Wednesday, February 5th, 2020
Posted in Competition, Crochet, Knitting, Made with Marriners

We know that our customers love to show off their knits or their crochet projects – and quite rightly too, you clever bunch – which is why we decided to reward one of you every single month.

Each month you can share your projects with us on social media for entry into our prize draw and the chance to win a £50 voucher to spend on MarrinerYarns.com.

#MarrinerRainbow winner

January is a long old month, not helped by the gloomy weather and distinctly gloomy, post-Christmas mood. We always like to try and combat that with our January theme – which is…

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And December’s Winner is…

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Monday, December 23rd, 2019
Posted in Knitting

We know that our customers love to show off their knits or their crochet projects – and quite rightly too, you clever bunch – which is why we decided to reward one of you every single month.

Each month you can share your projects with us on social media for entry into our prize draw and the chance to win a £50 voucher to spend on MarrinerYarns.com.

#MarrinerChristmas winner

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! We love this time year, and we always look forward to seeing everyone’s brilliantly festive knitting and crochet projects – crochet Christmas trees, Santa…

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And November’s Winner is…

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Thursday, November 28th, 2019
Posted in Crochet, Knitting, Made with Marriners

We know that our customers love to show off their knits or their crochet projects – and quite rightly too, you clever bunch – which is why we decided to reward one of you every single month.

Each month you can share your projects with us on social media for entry into our prize draw and the chance to win a £50 voucher to spend on MarrinerYarns.com.

#MarrinerSuperChunky winner

Winter has arrived in the UK – the perfect excuse to get out all of your cosiest knitwear and snuggle up nice and warm inside. Or even better – knit or crochet…

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