Small-batch Iowa fiber mill offering custom yarn, roving, and dyeing services.
Turnaround
Contact Twisted Sunset Sisters Fiber Mill directly
Minimum Order
1 pound
Website
twistedsunsetsisters.com
About Twisted Sunset Sisters Fiber Mill
Twisted Sunset Sisters Fiber Mill is a woman-owned, small-batch processing facility located in Perry, Iowa. They transform raw fiber from one pound to one hundred pounds into premium products including washed fiber, roving, and custom-spun yarn. Their mill differentiates itself by offering individual sourcing of finished products back to the specific animal each fleece came from, enabling farms to market unique, traceable goods. They provide both basic services like washing and spinning, plus premium add-ons such as custom dyeing and skein washing. The mill serves both large and small-scale farmers seeking to add value to their raw fleeces through affordable, local processing.
Details
Fiber Types
Alpaca, Llama, Mohair, Wool
Location
IA
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum order requirements?
ANSWER: They process fiber starting at one pound, making them accessible to small-scale farms and individual fiber producers. Whether you have a single pound or a hundred pounds, Twisted Sunset Sisters welcomes orders of all sizes and tailors their services accordingly.
How long does processing take?
ANSWER: Current turnaround times are not explicitly stated on their website. Interested producers should request a quote to receive estimated processing timelines. Twisted Sunset Sisters encourages reaching out directly for current scheduling and project estimates.
What fiber types do they work with?
ANSWER: They process sheep wool, alpaca, llama, mohair, goat, and rabbit fibers. Their small-scale operation allows them to customize each step of processing to match the unique characteristics of individual fleeces, ensuring optimal results for each fiber type.
What services and products do they offer?
ANSWER: They offer washing, roving, carding, spinning into yarn, custom dyeing, separation, skein washing, and felt production. Their services include optional add-ons like the skein wash at $1.50 per pound, which removes processing oils and conditions the finished yarn for softness.
Do they offer custom processing?
ANSWER: They specialize in small batch custom processing, customizing each part of the process to match the fiber characteristics of individual fleeces. This enables them to source finished products back to the specific animal who provided the fleece, creating unique marketable products for farms. Contact Twisted Sunset Sisters to discuss your custom project needs.
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