top of page
  • Facebook

Our Services

Welcome to our full-service fiber mill, where we transform your fibers into beautiful yarn, roving, batts, and felt. We specialize personalized fiber processing for a variety of materials, including sheep, alpaca,, goat, and rabbit. Let us help you take your fiber from preparation to finished product with dedicated and skilled team. Experience the artistry of fiber processing with us!

skirting table.jpg

Skirting

Phase one involves skirting your fiber to effectively remove any vegetation that has become embedded in the wool. This essential step ensures the quality of the fiber, preparing it for further processing. carefully eliminating unwanted materials, we maintain the integrity and cleanliness of your wool for the best results.

tumbler.jpg

Tumble

Your fiber is then tumbled in our large tumbler for 30 minutes to an hour, effectively removing any loose dirt vegetation. This process further prepares the fiber for the next step, ensuring a clean and high-quality end product.

washing machine.jpg

Wash

team carefully places your fiber in our commercial washing, where it undergoes a thorough cleaning process. The fiber is washed at a precise temperature of 185 degrees, effectively removing dirt and oils to ensure the highest quality results.

drying racks.jpg

Drying Racks

After completing the washing process, we air dry the fiber to prevent any felting of the wool. This careful method ensures the quality and integrity of the fibers are maintained, resulting in a superior final product. Our commitment to proper drying techniques reflects our dedication to craftsmanship and excellence.

picker.jpg

Picker

After the fiber has completely dried, it is processed through our picker, which expertly pulls the apart and separates them. This ensures that each strand is treated individually before receiving conditioning treatments. Our careful approach enhances the quality and texture of the fibers, preparing them for their next stage in production.

fiber seperator.jpg

Fiber Seperator

The next step in the process involves the fiber separator, which effectively removes any remaining guard hairs and vegetable matter that may have been overlooked during conditioning. This ensures that the fiber is clean and ready for the subsequent stages of production. By maintaining high standards in fiber preparation, we enhance the quality of the final product.

carder.jpg

Carder

The next step in processing your fiber is to run it through the carder. This machine separates randomly placed fibers from each other, aligning them individually and producing a continuous web at the output end. This web can be transformed into batts, ideal for quilts and felting. Alternatively, it can be consolidated into roving, which is further processed into yarns.

drawframe.jpg

Draw Frame

The draw frame plays a crucial role in the textile manufacturing process by transforming rovings from the carder into a consistent and uniform roving. This process not only ensures that the size remains even throughout its length but also aligns the fibers to each other, resulting in a stronger roving. This enhancement makes the roving easier to process in subsequent stages, improving the overall quality of the final product.

spinner.jpg

Spinner

The spinner efficiently draws in the rovings, guiding them through precise drafting system that produces an exceptionally consistent fiber stream. This fiber stream is expertly twisted into a single strand of yarn, which is then neatly stored on bobbins for future use.

plyer.jpg

Plyer

spun fibers are then directed to the plyer, where multiple strands are expertly wound together to create high-quality multiple ply yarns. This process ensures the yarn is strong and durable, perfect for various textile applications. Each strand contributes to the overall strength and texture, making the final product ideal for both crafting and commercial use.

skein winder.jpg

Skein Winder

Once the fibers are twisted into yarn, the skein winder plays a crucial role in transforming them into a finished product. It allows you to create skeins of your desired length, making the yarn easy to handle and ready for your next project. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just starting out, using a skein winder can enhance your yarn organization and preparation process. Enjoy the satisfaction of neatly wound skeins that are perfect for your creative endeavors!

rug yarn maker.jpg

Rug Yarn Maker

Introducing our innovative rug yarn maker, designed specifically for the carding stage to create durable core yarns. Our core yarn consists of a sturdy material tightly wrapped with your choice of fiber, ensuring both longevity and strength. This unique construction provides the weight necessary for mats and rugs to lay flat on the floor, delivering quality and reliability for your crafting needs. Elevate your rug-making experience with our expertly designed yarn maker!

Get a Quote

This is a Paragraph. Click on "Edit Text" or double click on the text box to start editing the content.

Thanks for submitting!

Mystery's Meadow Alpacas & Artisan Fiber MIll

2445 260th Street,

Humboldt, Iowa 50548

515.230.2593

Opening Hours:

By Appointment

Please Call 515.230.2593

Contact Us

For more information, reach out

©Mystery's Meadow Alpacas & Artisan Fiber MIll.Powered and secured by Wix

bottom of page