Premium worsted yarn mill in Cambridge, NY specializing in custom fiber processing
Turnaround
Contact Battenkill Fiber Mill directly
Minimum Order
5 lbs for roving (R.O.C./P.D.R.), 15 lbs for yarn (wool); 4 lbs for roving, 9 lbs for yarn (alpaca)
Website
battenkillfibers.com
About Battenkill Fiber Mill
Battenkill Fibers is a worsted spinning mill in Cambridge, NY, producing premium quality yarns with well-balanced twist and good loft for crisp stitch definition. The mill specializes in heritage and rare breed wools, as well as long-staple plant and animal fibers including alpaca and mohair, using refurbished traditional machinery to create smooth, long-wearing products. They offer custom carding, spinning, and dyeing services, with a commitment to returning each customer's own fiber regardless of order size. The mill operates with 18 full-time and part-time staff and has been serving the fiber community since 2010, currently in their 16th year of operation.
Details
Fiber Types
Alpaca, Llama, Mohair, Wool
Location
New York
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum order requirements?
ANSWER: For wool, the minimum is 5 lbs for roving off the card and pin drafted roving, and 15 lbs for yarn. Alpaca requires a 30% wool blend addition; minimums are 4 lbs for roving and 9 lbs for yarn. Contact Battenkill Fibers to discuss your specific project requirements.
How long does processing take?
ANSWER: Processing time varies based on order size and seasonal demand. The mill recommends contacting Battenkill Fibers directly for current scheduling estimates as no specific turnaround time is listed on their website.
What fiber types do they work with?
ANSWER: They process sheep wool including heritage and rare breeds, alpaca, mohair, llama, goat, rabbit fibers, and long-staple plant and animal fibers. Contact Battenkill Fibers to discuss your specific fiber type and processing needs.
What services and products do they offer?
ANSWER: They offer custom washing, scouring, skirting, carding, spinning, and custom kettle dyeing services, producing roving, yarn, and felt products. Contact Battenkill Fibers for a complete list of services and pricing.
Do they offer custom processing?
ANSWER: They specialize in small batch custom processing for fiber farmers and hand spinners, returning each customer's own fiber regardless of order size. Contact Battenkill Fibers to discuss your custom project needs.
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