Full-service fiber processing mill in Brownfield, Maine serving New England fiber producers.
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Website
sacorivertextiles.com
Phone
207-935-3020
About Saco River Textiles
Saco River Textiles operates as a full-service fiber processing mill in Brownfield, Maine, serving fiber farmers, crafters, and small-scale producers throughout New England. The mill provides comprehensive processing from raw fiber through finished yarn and felt products, with capabilities including washing, carding, spinning and custom dye services. Their facility handles small batch custom orders with personalized attention to each client's specifications. The mill maintains equipment suited for processing a wide range of animal fibers, offering flexible scheduling to accommodate seasonal wool harvests and project timelines.
Details
Fiber Types
Alpaca, Angora, Cashmere, Llama, Mohair, Wool
Scale
Small
Location
Maine
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum order requirements?
ANSWER: They typically require a minimum of 20 pounds of raw fiber for processing services. Smaller quantities may be accepted depending on current scheduling and facility capacity. Contact Saco River Textiles to discuss your specific project requirements and to determine whether your order volume can be accommodated.
How long does processing take?
ANSWER: Standard processing typically requires 6-10 weeks from the time fiber is received until finished products are ready for delivery. Processing times vary based on current order volume, fiber type and specific services requested. Contact Saco River Textiles for current scheduling estimates and projected completion dates for your project.
What fiber types do they work with?
ANSWER: They process sheep wool, alpaca, llama, mohair, goat and rabbit fibers on a regular basis. Their equipment handles both fine and medium grade fibers with appropriate settings for different fleece characteristics. Contact Saco River Textiles to discuss your specific fiber type and processing requirements.
What services and products do they offer?
ANSWER: They offer complete fiber processing services including raw fiber washing, carding into roving, spinning into yarn and felt production. Custom dye services are available for both fiber and finished yarn in a range of colors. Contact Saco River Textiles for a complete list of services, current pricing and available product options.
Do they offer custom processing?
ANSWER: They specialize in small batch custom processing tailored to individual client specifications. Each project receives personalized attention to achieve desired results whether for fiber farmers needing to process their own fleeces or hand spinners seeking custom yarn production. Contact Saco River Textiles to discuss your custom project needs and specific requirements.
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