Transforming the yearly fibre harvest from raw fleece into alpaca treasure is a lengthy process and it takes place in the Fibre Studio.

After the yearly harvest, fleece travels from the skirting table through a sorting process after which it is kept for use on the farm, shipped to a mini-mill, or shipped out to a fibre co-operative.

Fleece converted into rovings and yarn off-site is often brought back to the Fibre Studio to be dyed. Fibre that remains on-site is carded into batts and used to produce finished products.

These finished products include unique handmade items created through the process of felting (raw fibre introduced to water, agitation and soap to produce a new fabric). In its simplest form, the art of felting produces soap in a sweater, dryer balls, and coasters. In its more complex form, it becomes nuno-felted (fibre on silk with added textures and embellishments) scarves, purses, and even clothing!

Visit the Fibre Studio and see the fibre process. Check out our calendar to find out when the Fibre Studio is open to the public.