Small alpaca fiber mill in Yelm, WA since 1993
Turnaround
3-12 months (once fiber is accepted)
Minimum Order
Contact Tahoma Vista Fiber Mill directly
Website
tahomavistafibermill.com
About Tahoma Vista Fiber Mill
Tahoma Vista Fiber Mill is a small fiber processing mill located in Yelm, Washington, serving the alpaca industry since 1993. They purchased commercial grade fiber processing equipment in 2016 to offer comprehensive services from raw fiber through roving, batts, yarn, and finished products. The mill specializes in felting and creates custom artisan yarns, felt sheets, rug yarn, dryer balls, and household items. They also offer fiber sorting, grading, and consulting services for farms looking to maximize their fiber revenue.
Details
Fiber Types
Alpaca, Cotton, Wool
Location
Washington
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum order requirements?
Tahoma Vista Fiber Mill does not publicly list a specific minimum pound requirement on their website. They operate on a fiber processing queue system and require a $10 per pound deposit before starting processing. Contact Tahoma Vista Fiber Mill to discuss your specific project requirements and current queue availability.
How long does processing take?
Processing takes approximately 3-12 months once the mill notifies you they are ready to accept your fiber. They notify clients about two months before acceptance. The mill processes fiber daily but delays can occur due to equipment issues, personnel matters, or farm emergencies. Contact Tahoma Vista Fiber Mill for current scheduling estimates.
What fiber types do they work with?
Tahoma Vista Fiber Mill primarily processes alpaca fiber but also works with sheep wool, merino, bamboo, and cotton. They offer blending services and create custom yarns from alpacas, sheep, and other natural fibers. Contact Tahoma Vista Fiber Mill to discuss your specific fiber type and processing options.
What services and products do they offer?
Tahoma Vista Fiber Mill offers roving, batts, custom spun yarns, felt sheets, core spun rug yarn, felted rugs, hand braided rugs, needle felting products, dryer balls, wool pellets, chair pads, trivets, and coasters. They also provide raw fiber sorting, grading, classing, and consulting services. Contact Tahoma Vista Fiber Mill for complete service details.
Do they offer custom processing?
Tahoma Vista Fiber Mill specializes in custom processing for alpaca, sheep, and other natural fibers. They offer custom yarn creation in various weights from fingering to super bulky, including single ply Lopi style yarns. The mill also provides blending services and produces unique artisan yarns. Contact Tahoma Vista Fiber Mill to discuss your custom project needs.
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