FROM RAW FLEECE TO BEAUTIFUL YARN
Small-batch fibre processing with care, precision, and expertise.
Specializing in scouring, carding, semi-worsted spinning, plying, and skeining to bring your fleece’s story to life.
Artisan Fibre Processing in the Heart of Thompson-Nicola Regional District
A Full-Service Fibre Mill for Small-Batch Producers, Makers, and Fibre Artists
Located in Thompson-Nicola Regional District, That Darn Yarn Shop & Fibre Mill provides professional fleece processing for customers who want more from their raw fibre. We work with your fleece through a complete technical workflow, helping create clean, consistent, hard-wearing yarns and fibre products with strong stitch definition and a beautiful finish.
Why Choose Our Artisan Mill
Technical Skill, Honest Guidance, and Fibre-Focused Results
We support the Interior British Columbia textile community through sustainable, high-quality fibre processing and relationship-driven service. Every order is handled with transparency, technical care, and a focus on helping your fibre become the best finished product possible.
Precision Processing from Scouring to Skeining
A Specialized Technical Workflow
Our Thompson-Nicola Regional District-based facility provides a comprehensive processing sequence designed to protect the integrity of your fibre. We specialize in semi-worsted spinning, a process where fibres are meticulously aligned to create long-wearing, pill-resistant yarns with exceptional stitch definition. From mandatory hand-scouring and tumbling to precision pin-drafting and plying, every step is managed with expert care.
Ensuring the Highest Quality Results
Professional Standards and Expertise
We maintain firm operational policies to ensure the health of the fibre and the quality of the final product. Every incoming fleece undergoes a strength test, and we utilize a rigorous skirting process to maximize your investment. Whether we are working with local wool or exotic fibres like Musk Ox and Alpaca, we prioritize technical accuracy and factual transparency above all else.
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Elevating the Standards of Fibre Processing
Why Choose Our Artisan Mill?
That Darn Yarn Shop & Fibre Mill is dedicated to supporting the Interior British Columbia textile industry through sustainable, high-quality manufacturing. We combine specialized industrial equipment with technical expertise to transform your raw fleece into superior finished products.
Premium Spinning
We specialize in semi-worsted spinning that aligns every fibre. The result is a pill-resistant, hard-wearing yarn with exceptional stitch definition and a smooth, scratch-free finish.
Meticulous Quality Control
Our workflow includes mandatory tumbling and hand-scouring to ensure your fibre is clean and protected. We perform strength tests on all incoming material to guarantee the best possible outcome.
Technical Specialization
From pin-drafting for consistency to custom spinning weights ranging from lace to chunky, our processes are tailored to the unique requirements of each breed and fibre type.
Sustainable Operations
We prioritize sustainability by utilizing water recycling systems during our scouring process, conserving energy and resources while maintaining the highest standards of technical service.
An in-depth look at the hand scouring process.
Hand Scouring
Prepped Fleece for Scour
After the fleece has been tumbled, it is inspected as it is put into bags for the hand scouring process. Each bag will have been weighed to have between 2 to 2.5 lbs.
Prepped Fleece
A closer look at the fiber. Lots of dirt and unwanted organic matter in there.
First Scour
The fleece is scoured 2 to 3 times depending on how dirty it is.
Dirt Left Over After First Scour
The dirt from the first scour is very visible after draining the sinks.
Fleece Rinse
The fleece needs to be as clean as it can be before it is processed. Look at the difference from the first scour to the end rinse.
Clean Fleece
The fleece is then placed on drying racks. Such a difference! If the fleece is still dirty, it will be picked, then tumbled and washed again if needed.
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Precision processing from raw wool to high-quality finished yarn.
Partner with Canada’s Premiere Artisan Fibre Mill
Our Thompson-Nicola Regional District facility is equipped to handle a wide range of weights and exotic fibres, ensuring each clip receives the care required to meet industry standards. With a focus on durability and stitch definition, we help you transform your raw fleece into pill-resistant, hard-wearing products. Secure your place in our processing queue or explore our latest artisan collections and kits.
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That Darn Yarn Shop & Fibre Mill
Mon-Fri:
2:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Sat:
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sun:
By Appointment Only
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