Oakland fiber mill offering custom processing and artisan yarn
Turnaround
6-8 weeks
Minimum Order
20 lbs
About A Verb for Keeping Warm
Located in Oakland, California, A Verb for Keeping Warm is a small-batch fiber processing mill that transforms raw fleece into premium yarn, roving, and felt for local fiber farmers and hand spinners. The mill specializes in custom processing using heritage breeds and offers artisan-dyed yarn lines through their retail partners. Their facility handles the complete production cycle from raw fiber to finished product, serving a community of West Coast fiber artists and small-scale fiber producers.
Details
Fiber Types
Alpaca, Llama, Mohair, Wool
Scale
Small
Location
California
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum order requirements?
ANSWER: They require a minimum of 20 pounds of raw fiber for processing. Smaller quantities may be combined with other customers' orders when scheduling permits. Contact A Verb for Keeping Warm to discuss your specific project requirements and current availability.
How long does processing take?
ANSWER: Standard processing takes approximately 6-8 weeks from receipt of properly prepared fiber to delivery of finished product. Peak season in spring and fall may extend turnaround times slightly. Contact A Verb for Keeping Warm for current production scheduling estimates.
What fiber types do they work with?
ANSWER: They process sheep wool, alpaca, llama, mohair, goat and rabbit fibers. Their small-batch facility handles both fine and medium wools as well as specialty animal fibers. Contact A Verb for Keeping Warm to discuss your specific fiber type and processing needs.
What services and products do they offer?
ANSWER: They offer complete fiber processing including washing, carding, spinning, custom dye services, roving, yarn and felt production. They also produce signature yarn lines available through select retail partners. Contact A Verb for Keeping Warm for a complete list of services and current pricing.
Do they offer custom processing?
ANSWER: They specialize in small batch custom processing for fiber farmers, fiber artists and hand spinners. Each project receives individual attention to achieve specific results. Contact A Verb for Keeping Warm to discuss your custom project needs.
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