We will be pleased to "snail-mail" to you all the information that
you need, including a Custom processing brochure, complete yarn color samples,
prices, and ordering information. Just Contact
Us with your mailing address and ask for the free Custom Processing Mailer.
What is Custom Processing?
This centuries-old service is for sheep growers who deliver their raw greasy
wool to our historic mill in Harmony, Maine. For a reasonable processing charge,
we card and spin their wool into knitting yarns, weaving warps, and rovings.
If you have at least 100 pounds of washed fleece, be sure to ask for information
on getting back your very own fleece in yarns that you order. If you have less than 100 pounds of washed fleece, we can process it for you as Round Roving for hand spinning yarn, or for dyeing, felting, or other craft projects.
How does Custom Processing work?
We estimate that your grease wool will produce 45% of its net weight in yarn.
For example, ten pounds of grease wool will produce 4-1/2 pounds of yarn.
Our processing charge for the yarn depends on how many pounds and the type
of yarn that you ask us to produce. Your final price will be less than our
wholesale price; thus you may resell your yarn to your own customers to earn
more from your wool.
Can you scour my yarn and will I receive it back?
Yes. Bartlett Yarns has partnered with RiteWay Scouring to wash and clean your wool. You will need
to provide 200lbs of greased wool to be guaranteed your own wool back.
Can you make wool blankets with my very own wool?
The short answer is "no." But, we do offer a line of 100% wool
blankets that you may purchase with a combination of grease wool and money.
Complete information about our selection of blankets, throws, and scarves
is included in the Custom Processing Mailer.
How can I receive your Custom Processing Mailer?
Please send us your postal address, and ask for the free Custom Processing
brochure, complete yarn samples, prices, and ordering information. Click on
Contact Us to e-mail
us your postal address.
