SERVICES OFFERED
Here in Westerly, RI I offer a few different fiber processing services, and I want them to be accessible to all who need them. Therefore, there is currently no minimum amount required. Everything is done by my two hands using manual processing methods.
Shipping, drop off and pick up are all possible ways to get your wool to CWW.
SKIRTING
Skirting is the process of removing undesirable parts of the raw fleece before moving to the scouring process. This is the step that is easiest and most cost effective for you to do yourself. I remove dags (dung filled locks), excess vegetation, and matted locks. Though often called waste wool, these bits can further be used in other applications such as compost or mulch.
SCOURING
Scouring is the process of removing lanolin from wool. Lanolin is a waxy substance secreted by the sheep onto the wool for protection from the elements. During the scouring process, other dirt, sweat, urine and vegetation can also washed away. Lanolin is heavy and you can expect a 20-50% loss in weight depending on breed after scouring.
Processing Partner
CWW's growth and expanding client base allowed us to create a successful social media partnership with Malinda at Alchemy Fiber Mill. Our journey began with virtual meetings on Instagram and eventually led to in-person collaboration through our Fibershed work resulting in a robust working relationship.
PRICE LIST
Scouring: $15 per pound, intake weight
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Scouring, picking, carding into batts or roving: $40 per pound, intake weight
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Want to take your project from raw fleece to yarn and beyond?
Let's chat! We can work together to assess what you want to do with your fiber and how to get that done.
Initial 30 minute consultation is free
ABOUT CWW
Hi! I am Amanda, owner and operator of Coastal Wool Washing. I am based out of Westerly, RI and love serving RI, CT, MA and beyond. This is a one woman show with tons of support from my two young kiddos and my Mr. Wonderful. They fully embrace my love of all things wool, and I am incredibly thankful for the enthusiasm they show for my efforts.
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My background in wool can be described as an adventurous and avid explorer. To be clear, I am self-taught in every facet of fiber craft I practice and consider myself to always be a student in my passion. You will often find me knitting, crocheting, spinning, or weaving when not washing wool and doing mom things.
