It is surreal to handle a sheep its entire life - in the yards and in the shed - and then one day hold a baby blanket made from its fleece in your hands.

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But this is exactly what has happened to Michael and Jen Hedges - and they still can't believe they have achieved this long-time dream for their wool.

The Hedges family is based at Yass on Mr Hedges' family property, Willow Vale, and it is here that the dream of turning their wool into beautiful woollen products was born.

The Hedges family has lived and worked at Willow Vale for generations.

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