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Shopping in the Country
Shopping in the Country
Linda and Bill Ley, owners of Parris Hill Farm, have opened a retail shop, The AlpacArt Studio, at their Alpaca breeding farm in Danby, Vermont. The Studio had a Grand Opening on Friday, September 1st. Local residents and visitors to the area can now visit the Ley’s working Alpaca Farm where they can see their small herd of Alpacas and beautiful end-products made from the fleeces of these gentle creatures.
Parris Hill Farm includes an historic 1790 farm house, a 1780 post and beam barn and the converted sheep barn that is the home of The AlpacArt Studio. On the hillsides or behind the Studio, in pastures surrounded by white split rail fencing, visitors to the farm can view the Alpacas grazing. “We enjoy telling people the ‘Alpaca story’ - the history of these hugable animals and their growing role in our country”, explains Linda Ley.
The Ley’s are celebrating their first anniversary as Alpaca breeders. “We are particularly delighted that it coincides with the opening of the Studio and that folks can enjoy the experience of ‘from fleece to fashion’ on our farm”, comments Bill who also enjoys telling the story of how he and Linda went from innkeeping to Alpaca breeding.
The AlpacArt Studio, former art gallery of the late James Montegue, offers fine Alpaca apparel and accessories for both men and women. Also, there are soft, cuddly teddy bears for the young and young-at-heart as well as luxurious Alpaca throws and baby blankets to snuggle in by the fire. In addition to beautiful Alpaca products, the Studio also features fine crafted gifts by local artisans.
The Studio is open Fridays, Saturdays and most holidays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sundays from Noon to 3 p.m. and always “by chance” or by appointment. “If someone cannot visit during our regular hours, we welcome a phone call and will make other arrangements”, offers Bill. Cash, personal and travellers’ checks are accepted at the Studio.
The AlpacArt Studio and Parris Hill Farm are located at 2634 Danby Pawlet Road between the Village of Pawlet and Danby Four Corners. The Studio can be reached by calling 802-325-2000 or by e-mail at AlpacArt@ParrisHillFarm.com or by facsimile at 802-325-2099.
P.O. Box 87 | Pawlet, Vermont 05761
(802) 325-2000 | Fax (802) 325-2099 | leys@parrishillfarm.com