Black Rock Mountain Alpacas / Fiber Works
Fernley, NV
Family-owned alpaca fiber mill in Fernley, NV serving Northern Nevada
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About Black Rock Mountain Alpacas / Fiber Works
Located in the high desert northeast of Reno, Black Rock Mountain Alpacas serves fiber farmers and hand crafters throughout northern Nevada and California. The family owned operation provides personalized processing services with an emphasis on preserving the natural qualities of each fleece. Their facility handles small to medium batches, allowing individual attention to every project. Customers appreciate the mill's commitment to quality control and transparent communication throughout the processing journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum order requirements?
ANSWER: They require a minimum of 20 pounds of clean fiber per processing run. Smaller quantities can be stored and combined with future orders until the minimum is reached. Contact Black Rock Mountain Alpacas to discuss your specific project and batch options.
How long does processing take?
ANSWER: Standard turnaround ranges from 6 to 10 weeks depending on the time of year and current queue volume. Spring and summer typically see the fastest turnaround. Contact Black Rock Mountain Alpacas for current scheduling estimates before sending your fiber.
What fiber types do they work with?
ANSWER: They specialize in alpaca and sheep wool while also processing llama, mohair, angora goat and rabbit fibers. Each fiber type requires specific handling parameters that the mill understands thoroughly. Contact Black Rock Mountain Alpacas to confirm they handle your specific fiber.
What services and products do they offer?
ANSWER: Full-service processing includes washing, carding, spinning into yarn or creating roving, custom hand dyeing in many colors, and felt production. Finished yarn can be wound onto skein cones or balls as preferred. Contact Black Rock Mountain Alpacas for complete service menu and pricing.
Do they offer custom processing?
ANSWER: They welcome small-batch custom projects and work closely with fiber farmers to achieve specific outcomes. Custom dye requests, unusual fiber blends and specialty roving are all part of their regular offerings. Contact Black Rock Mountain Alpacas to discuss your custom processing needs.
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