Pennsylvania fiber mill processing wool, alpaca and exotic fibers into yarn and roving
Turnaround
Timeframes are estimated not promised - projected date of completion is not guaranteed
Minimum Order
$100 setup fee for fleeces 3 lbs or less
Website
sterlingwoolmill.com
About Sterling Wool Mill
Sterling Wool Mill is a fiber processing mill located in Willow Street, Pennsylvania that serves small homesteads, farms, and hobbyists across the USA. They specialize in processing USA-grown wool, alpaca, and exotic fibers into quality yarns, roving, and batts using traditional methods combined with modern technology. The mill offers comprehensive services including washing, picking, carding, spinning, skeining, and custom dyeing for individuals seeking sustainable, handcrafted fiber products. As of March 2026, they are temporarily not accepting yarn orders until they catch up, but continue to process roving orders on a first-come, first-served basis.
Details
Fiber Types
Alpaca, Wool
Location
MA
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum order requirements?
ANSWER: A setup fee of $100 applies to any fleece with an incoming weight of 3 lbs or less for yarn processing. For carding services, anything under 1 lb will be charged as 1 lb. They do not process hand dyed roving hanks or fiber leftovers. Contact Sterling Wool Mill to discuss your specific project requirements.
How long does processing take?
ANSWER: Processing timeframes are estimated and not promised. They strive to keep turnaround as short as possible, but equipment breakdowns, family emergencies, and sickness can affect projected completion dates. Contact Sterling Wool Mill for current scheduling estimates before placing your order.
What fiber types do they work with?
ANSWER: Sterling Wool Mill processes USA-grown wool, alpaca, and exotic fibers for small homesteads, farms, and hobbyists. They do not accept hand dyed roving hanks (typically 8 oz) or fiber leftovers. Contact Sterling Wool Mill to discuss your specific fiber type.
What services and products do they offer?
ANSWER: Services include washing at $8/lb, wash and pick at $10/lb, carding to roving or batts at $22/lb, yarn production at $40-$60/lb depending on weight, skeining at $6/lb, blending at $4/lb, and dyeing at $20/lb. Contact Sterling Wool Mill for complete pricing and service details.
Do they offer custom processing?
ANSWER: Sterling Wool Mill specializes in small batch custom processing for fiber farmers and hand spinners. They offer a full range of services from raw fiber to finished yarn. As of March 2026, they are temporarily not taking yarn orders but continue accepting roving orders. Contact Sterling Wool Mill to discuss your custom project needs.
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