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Posted on March 12, 2015 by Carole Balala

Past Newsletters

I have finally figured out how to display an archive of all the newsletters I’ve produced. Luckily Mailchimp is very user friendly because I sure need the help!

See past issues or sign up to receive the once a month Plum Blossom Farm newsletter here.

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Plum Blossom Farm is located in the hills of beautiful Sonoma County. We have a small flock of sheep, dogs, ducks, and chickens. Here you can see all that we have to offer and explore the farm through photos and blog posts. Our goal is to create useful and beautiful products using the age old process of felting. At the same time we feel blessed to be able to provide forever homes for these incredible animals who are like family to us.

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Jack turns 7 months old today! I feel a little gui Jack turns 7 months old today! I feel a little guilty not being as active with social media for the business. But when I’m not working, I’m just trying to soak up all the light that this little guy shines. He is such a delightful addition to the farm and our world. #tinyshepherd #littlefarmhandinthemaking #beinginthenow #longestshortesttime #liferightnowisfullofsmiles #somedreamsareasgoodasyouimagine
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Breakfast line. Every morning these little lovelie Breakfast line. Every morning these little lovelies follow me up the hill from the coop to the driveway for breakfast. I just have to remember to close the porch gate otherwise the front porch becomes a hen privy. #naughtychickens #theyhavenomanners #theyarenotpottytrained #chickensofinstagram #chickenmamadrama #backyardflock #freerangechooksarehappychooks #smallfarmlife #plumblossomfarm
Newest felted soap scent now available- Meyer Lemo Newest felted soap scent now available- Meyer Lemon. Smells fresh and light and bright like when you first cut into a backyard lemon. I can't get enough of this one! #littlebitofheaven #feltedsoap #exfoliatingsoap #meyerlemon #essentialoils #citruslove #citrusseason #plumblossomfarm #handmade #feltersofinstagram #soapmaking #woolcraft #leapingbunny #crueltyfree #predatorfriendlywool
This handsome fellow is Nod. Named from the childr This handsome fellow is Nod. Named from the children’s book Wynkwn, Blynken and Nod. He was born in the year the theme was children’s stories. Such a little runt when he arrived, now has truly blossomed. He is one scrappy bloke, which has really served him well in the flock. I just love to see how their personalities develop as they grow into themselves. #wensleydalesheep #crossbreed #hybridvigorisreal #woolfarm #smallflocksrock #woollocksoflove #plumblossomfarm #shepherdess #sanctuarysheep
Storming outside but Geppeto, Adelaide and friends Storming outside but Geppeto, Adelaide and friends are cozy inside their barn. So glad to be able to give them a dry, warm and comfy spot on a night like tonight. #barnlife #strawbedsarethebest #smallfarmsbighearts #happysheepgrowbeautifulwool #happysheepmakemehappy #crossbreedsofinstagram #wensleydalesheep #cotswold #columbiasheep #corriedale #snugasabug
Happy holidays everyone! We are nearly through thi Happy holidays everyone! We are nearly through this year! I want to express my gratitude to all my customers who have been so supportive and understanding this year. I cannot thank you enough for allowing me to do something I love for a living. Here’s to a fantastic 2021 right around the corner. 🤞🏽#smallfarmlife #craftnotcrap #smallbizsupportingeachother #dowhatyoulove #universehasyourback
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Newest member of the family/farm is Penny! A masti Newest member of the family/farm is Penny! A mastiff mix who is great with the chickens, ducks, sheep and cats. We are lucky to have this sweet girl as part of our flock! ❤️#rescuedismyfavoritebreed #spanishmastiffcross #secondchancepetrescue
Out of the warning evacuation zone and back to wor Out of the warning evacuation zone and back to work. Finally able to unpack all the belongings I have packed up whenever a fire is near the past few years. Grateful we didn’t have to load up the critters and evacuate. Back to the 2020 version of life. #2020isweird #pleasenomorefiresthisyear
Smoky sunrise. #walbridgefire We are under evacuat Smoky sunrise. #walbridgefire We are under evacuation warning, but hoping we don’t have to leave. Trailers are ready to get the animals out though if we need them. Please send positive thoughts that they can get these fires under control. #fireseason2020 #thankyoufirefighters #gratefulforcalfire #appreciatingfirstresponders
Lassen 😻 This barn cat chose us. So glad he did Lassen 😻 This barn cat chose us. So glad he did! Such a sweetheart - unless you’re a rodent. 🐭 #barncat #catsdowhattheywant #barnmascot #hechosehere #naturalrodentrepellent
Had to say goodbye to these two lovely souls withi Had to say goodbye to these two lovely souls within 2.5 weeks of each other, even though they had a four year age difference. It has been really difficult to be trapped at home without them. Every time I walk into a room or catch a glance of a dog bed I have to remind myself of the sad fact that they are gone . Gone and deeply missed. Rest In Peace my sweet darlings. #rosiethereddog #peteysweetiepie #myloves #gratefulforthetimetogether #alwaysinmyheart
Clara's fresh face after getting rid of her winter Clara's fresh face after getting rid of her winter coat. Love getting to see them with new hairdos! Shearing is essential for health and also makes these lovelies feel so good! #socute #sheepofinstagram #sheepshearing #happysheep #ClaraBarton
Shearing day! Blynken loving to scratch all those Shearing day! Blynken loving to scratch all those itches! Visitor Oakley enjoyed the fresh fleeces too. 😆 #shearingday #sheepofinstagram #happysheep #freeoftheirwintercoats
It’s good to remember that the flowers are still It’s good to remember that the flowers are still blooming... and so is Tiny. 🌻#tinythechicken #bloomstoday #dontforgetaboutnature #practicinggratitude #coronacalifornia
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