Whispering Pines Shetland Sheep Farm 2026 Fleece Auction

 This blog post will tell you everything I can think of to tell you about the Whispering Pines Shetland Sheep Farm 2026 Fleece Auction

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Bidding starts on Sunday, September 13 at 6 pm EST and will run for a week, ending on Sunday September 20th at 6 PM EST.  All the fleeces are on the website now and are available for you to view but bids cannot be placed yet.  Bidding will begin on September 13.

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Some things are new this year:

• I am using a new auction app, so it is going to look different from prior auctions.
• All listings are scheduled for an end time of 6 pm on Sunday, September 20.  HOWEVER.  If there are still bids being placed on listings, those listings will remain open after the 6 pm close time.  Bids can still be placed on those listings as long as the duration between bids is less than two minutes.  Once a bid is placed and 2 minutes pass with no additional bids, then the auction for that listing will close and the fleece will be sold.
• Bidders can place a maximum bid amount on a fleece and the auction app with place bids for you up to the amount.  You can increase the maximum bid amount.  You can lower your max bid amount as long as it is higher than the current showing bid.
• You can now follow fleeces by clicking on the heart icon in the listing for that fleece.

  Then when you click on the heart icon at the top of the page it will display all the listings you are following.  This feature is only available for the fleece auction, it doesn't work on other products on my website.

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You need to create an account in order to participate in the fleece auction, I suggest you do that now to make sure you are all set up and ready for when the bidding begins.

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All listings should have photos of the ewe, fleeces, micron data, and details about the fleece.  I also made a youtube video for most of the fleeces that are being sold in the auction.  Click here to view the YouTube Playlist for all the fleece videos

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You can filter listings based on criteria, one criteria at a time unfortunately.  Filter by color, lamb, staple greater than 2 inches, and a few others.

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US Government regulations prevent me from shipping fleeces outside of the USA.  If you are bidding outside of the USA, you'll need to make arrangements to collect your fleeces from a USA address.

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I am an authorized dealer for Majacraft, a New Zealand company that handcrafts fiber tools for handspinners.  If you need any tools to prepare your fiber, I have them here in stock on the farm ready for you to purchase.  Here is a link to the tools I use on my fleeces.  I can combine shipping if you order tools as well as a fleece.

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I think that is everything I can think of to tell you about the 2026 Whispering Pines Fleece Auction.  Any questions reach out in comments or pm, or send me an email at JJohnson@wpshetlands.com and I'll add them to this list.  Thank you and good luck!

2026 Fiber Festival Schedule

  

Are you ready to dive into the world of fiber arts? Join us at the upcoming fiber festivals where we will be showcasing the full range of Majacraft wheels and fiber preparation tools. Get ready for an immersive experience that will take your making skills to the next level!

What can you expect at our booth?

At our booth, you will find the entire selection of Majacraft wheels, including demo units of all models for you to try out. Whether you are a seasoned spinner or just starting out, I will be on hand to guide you through the features and benefits of each wheel.

All the Majacraft Wheels ready to spin in my booth

In addition to the wheels, we will also have demonstration units of the entire line of Majacraft fiber preparation tools. Majacraft's drum carder, hand cards, combs, hackles, blending board and flicker, you can test out each tool to see how it can enhance your fiber processing projects.

Fiber Preparation tools for you to try!

How can the fiber prep tools help you?

Do you have a fiber processing project that could use a little extra help? Bring your fiber samples to our booth and see how the Majacraft fiber prep tools can make your work easier and more efficient. Our goal is to help you move your projects along faster and with less physical strain on your body.

Demonstration of the Drum Carder at WNY Fiber Arts Festival

Experience the softness of Our Shetland wool

Don't miss the opportunity to explore the wool from our flock of soft Shetland sheep. We will have raw wool samples, handspun yarn, combed top, handmade batts, and felting materials for you to touch and feel. Immerse yourself in the luxurious softness of Shetland wool and discover the endless possibilities for your next project.

Soft Shetland Wool just sitting here waiting to be squished

Join us at the fiber festivals and experience the magic of Majacraft wheels and fiber preparation tools. Get ready to unleash your creativity and take your fiber crafting skills to new heights!

Booth # D15 in Main Exhibition Hall