Every Sunday, we turn the spotlight on some great creatives. This week, we have Carina Havenstrite from Alpacas of Windy Haven Farm!
Carina is a mother, wife, and owner of an alpaca farm. Located in Covington Township, Alpacas of Windy Haven Farm offers a variety of 100% USA made and sourced alpaca products, including socks, hats, and gloves. Additionally, they offer seasonal farm visits and even on-site events such as yoga and painting. Recently, the animals have been making it to community events and weddings.
According to Carina, the alpaca farm was never a conscious decision, it just seemed to happen. An interesting opportunity presented itself where Carina and her family could become the owners of four alpacas. So Carina and her family did what anyone would do: called off work, borrowed a trailer, and decided to begin their alpaca journey. 18 alpacas later, with two more rescues on the way, they look forward to expanding their farm and showcasing to the public what they have to offer.
Taking a step into their journey has allowed Carina to learn more about the fiber arts. From crocheting and felting, to learning how to shear their alpacas, the Havenstrite family has enjoyed the insights they’ve gained from taking on this endeavor. Carina has also enjoyed learning more about agritourism and believes it has been an amazing creative outlet.
The animals and the process of creating beautiful products from their fiber serves as an inspiration for Carina, and she enjoys using that inspiration to educate others on the process of creating products and the importance of that transparency.
For Carina, the definition of creativity is always evolving, but now, it means sharing her experiences with others. Providing their alpacas with loving homes, creating beautiful products, and offering unique experiences has allowed her to showcase her creativity in ways she’s never imagined.
You can follow Carina and her alpacas on Facebook and Instagram. You can also learn more about their farm by visiting their website.
✍️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlpacasofWindyHaven
📷IG: https://www.instagram.com/alpacasofwindyhavenfarm/
🌐Website: https://alpacasofwindyhavenfarm.com/
