Boutique fiber mill in Michigan offering hand-processed yarn and custom fiber services
About Hoof to Hanger
Hoof-to-Hanger Fiber Mill is a boutique animal fiber processing facility located in Bridgman, Michigan, specializing in small-batch, hand-processed yarn and fiber products. They process individual fleeces by fiber color and animal name, ensuring personalized attention to each order. The mill offers custom processing including washing, carding, spinning, and blending services with a range of fiber types including Merino, Targhee, Polwarth, Romney, and exotic fibers like alpaca and mohair. All processing stages are conducted by hand, resulting in exceptionally high-quality finished fiber products. They provide market-value analysis on all finished fiber processing to help customers understand the worth of their products.
Details
Fiber Types
Alpaca, Angora, Llama, Mohair
Location
Michigan
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum order requirements?
Hoof-to-Hanger limits incoming orders to 40 pounds of fiber. Fiber must be reasonably clean, and exotic fiber types require negotiation. They recommend skirting carefully at home to save money and ensure a quality finished product. Additional skirting to remove excess VM costs $31.50 per hour.
How long does processing take?
Payment is due upon completion of services, regardless of when product is picked up or shipped. Orders not picked up within 60 days after completion become property of Hoof-to-Hanger. Contact them directly for current processing time estimates based on your order specifics.
What fiber types do they work with?
They process wool fibers including Merino, Targhee, Polwarth, and Romney. Exotic fibers include mohair, llama, alpaca, angora, camel, pygora, and suri alpaca. They also offer blending with bamboo and silk. Fiber must be at least 3.5 inches staple length for spinning.
What services and products do they offer?
Hoof-to-Hanger produces yarn, roving, core spun, and batts through hand-processing each fleece individually. Services include washing, skirting, carding, spinning, and custom blending. They provide market-value analysis on finished products based on conservative small-town pricing. A retail shop called The Sandpiper sells their products.
Do they offer custom processing?
They specialize in small batch custom processing by individual fleece, by fiber color, and by animal name. As a boutique mill, they offer personalized service and professional advice. Appointments are required for fiber drop-off. Contact Hoof-to-Hanger at 269-465-5936 or hooftohanger@gmail.com to discuss your project.
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