Alpacas At River's Edge Farm:
Shearing 2012
Professional alpaca shearers work fast and after the quick cut, the alpacas are ready for the heat of summer.
Alpaca fiber is a naturally fine and soft product with good thermal capabilities. The fibers are soft and have a hollow core, which helps with insulation. It also doesn’t have any lanolin or dander so it’s not allergenic.
After shearing, the fiber is sent off to be sorted and then sent to a fiber processing mill where it is leaned, carded and made into roving for conversion to yarn. The fiber is used for sweaters, gloves, hats and blankets.
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