Maine fiber mill offering custom processing into roving and yarn
Turnaround
Contact Underhill Fibers directly
Minimum Order
minimum charge is for 1 pound for carding, 4 pounds for spinning
Website
About Underhill Fibers
Set in Gorham, Maine, UnderHill Fibers is a small-scale processing mill that transforms raw fleeces into premium rovings, batts, and yarn. The mill specializes in small batch custom processing for individual fleeces, using solar power and environmentally safe practices throughout their operation. They process wool, alpaca, llama, mohair, and specialty fibers into worsted, DK, and sport weight two-ply yarns. Their facility accepts washed fiber and offers custom blending services with materials like silk, angora, and bamboo.
Details
Fiber Types
Alpaca, Angora, Llama, Mohair, Silk, Wool
Location
Maine
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum order requirements?
ANSWER: For carding into roving or batts, there is no minimum weight but the minimum charge covers 1 pound. For spinning services, the minimum charge is for 4 pounds, and they will spin less but charge for 4 pounds. Contact UnderHill Fibers to discuss specific project requirements.
How long does processing take?
ANSWER: The website does not list a specific turnaround time. Current scheduling and estimated completion dates can be discussed when submitting your fiber. UnderHill Fibers will provide confirmation of receipt and notify you of total charges upon completion.
What fiber types do they work with?
ANSWER: They process medium wool, mohair, alpaca, llama, and specialty fibers including Merino, Rambouillet, Columbia, Cormo, and CVM. They also offer blending with silk, angora, and bamboo. Contact UnderHill Fibers to discuss your specific fiber type.
What services and products do they offer?
ANSWER: They offer carding into roving or batts, raw and washed fiber processing, spinning into worsted, DK, sport, and lopi weight yarns, custom blending, and skeining services. Pricing ranges from $16-42 per pound depending on fiber type and yarn specification. Contact UnderHill Fibers for complete pricing.
Do they offer custom processing?
ANSWER: Yes, they specialize in processing small batches of individual fleeces into roving, batts, and custom two-ply yarn. They accept washed fiber and offer seasonal dyed fiber processing. Contact UnderHill Fibers to discuss custom project needs and current availability.
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