Washing
Prepping the fibers for the machines is the most important process. We want to start with great, clean fiber to run through all the machines seamlessly. We spend a lot of time skirting and delicately washing to ensure the best quality.
Picking & Carding
After washing and drying the fibers go through the picker which detangles and opens up the fiber to create beautiful, fluffy fibers.
Carding is next where we feed all the opened fibers. This will result in either roving or quilt batting. The process can stop here for a finished product or continue on in our system to become yarn!
Spinning & Plying
Probably the most exciting part for us to see at Great Lakes Fiber Mill...Yarn! As yarn enthusiasts, we love to see the end product from all of the well loved animals. We can do a variety of weights from lace all the way to bulky with different ply options, the possibilities are endless!