Who We Are

"You don't need to live on a thousand acres to live the homestead life. It is more a commitment of the heart rather than where you live."

Let me introduce myself! My name is Beth C. Sterling, and my husband Peter and I are owners of PB Sterling WoolNook & Mill, LLC, which grew out of my passion for the "Homestead Life". Growing out of that passion, my journey into knitting began. What a wonderful way to relax; natural yarn and knitting needles clicking while making a hat, scarf, afghan, sweater etc. with love. And then naturally, I yearned to learn more. That coupled with my love of animals I delved into the natural fiber world and spinning yarn, processing fiber by hand, growing my "stash", crocheting (which I actually started first, many moons ago, taught to me by my Nana and Mom), dyeing, teaching, designing and weaving. To date, I own a Lendrum Spinning Wheel, an Ashford Country Spinner, and drop spindles which are just fabulous. They serve the purpose I need them for. The Lendrum I can spin from lace weight to bulky. And my favorite is spinning cotton. The Ashford Country Spinner I use for plying large amounts, core spun and novelty yarns.

I also enjoy weaving on my Ashford Rigid Heddle Loom and rag rugs on my vintage Union Loom. In addition to that fun, I am quite passionate about sewing and quilting. I enjoy designing new items, making Memory Bears and Quilts, and helping others with mending and minor alterations.

Growing up a country girl, and definitely one at heart, my other interests include: (another passion and former career) computers (design and hardware), herb gardening, square foot vegetable gardening, canning, cooking/baking, reading, an eclectic taste of music from bluegrass to opera, singing, spending quality time with my 2 beautiful daughters, any chance I can spend with my grandchildren, communing with Mother Earth, and walking/hiking (preferably in the country). And I can't forget the joy and satisfaction of making hand churned butter, homemade soap, hand lotion, lip balm, and yogurt. 

My dream in life is to own a Homestead and possibly have my own cow (milk and butter) chickens (eggs), a few Nubian or Toggenburg goats (milk, cheese, soap), a horse to ride and pull a wagon, but I would settle for a place with just bigger gardens to can and freeze fresh homegrown veggies, herbs, and fruit trees. 

My husband Peter is in charge of the maintenance. He has worked for High Steel Structures in Lancaster, PA for over 35 years as a maintenance technician. What can I say. He's my best friend and the most amazing husband and father.

Thanks for getting to know me. Enjoy the website.

Miss Boss Molly