My flock is split. I have some purebreds and I love them. Especially the Marans and silkies. I also love the mixes, especially the Marans mixes. My new favorite mix though just may be the Marans x Silkie crosses. If Twiggy is anything to go by they are freaking adorable and I need 20 more. I see nothing wrong with combining my 2 favorite breeds, even if the first one was a accident and surprise.My sentiments exactly. Which is why I’m now on the hunt for barnyard mixes.