Frequently Asked Questions
Fiber & Care
Head over to the shop to find our collection of yarn, knitted goods and other good things! Shop here.
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Our yarn combines alpaca fiber with soft Angora rabbit fiber. Alpaca is naturally free of lanolin, and we leave our fiber undyed to preserve the animals’ natural colors. Everyone’s skin is different, so we can’t guarantee that any animal fiber will be irritation-free or allergy-free. Please consider the full fiber content when choosing, especially if you have a known rabbit or animal-fiber allergy.
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Hand wash gently in cool water with a mild detergent suitable for delicate animal fibers. Avoid rubbing, twisting, or wringing. If rinsing is required, use water of a similar temperature. Gently press out excess water, then roll the piece in a clean towel to absorb moisture. Reshape and lay flat to dry, away from direct heat. Avoid the washing machine and tumble dryer. Store knitted goods clean, fully dry, and folded rather than hanging. Always follow any care instructions included with your particular item.
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We don’t dye our yarn. Its colors come from the natural fiber of our alpacas and Angora rabbits. Shades can vary between animals and batches, which is part of working with natural materials. We recommend buying enough yarn for your whole project together, since a future batch may not be an exact match.
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A weaving kit is a good place to begin: a loom, tools, fiber for your first project, and guidance to help you get started. Creativity grows with practice, one step at a time. Visit Learn & Make for lessons, or send us a note if you need help choosing.
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A loom is the wooden frame you’ll use to weave. A weaving kit brings together a loom, tools, and enough fiber for one finished project, with guidance to help you begin. Check the individual listing for the exact contents before ordering.
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We make an 8″ × 10″ Hand Loom and a 12″ × 16″ Frame Loom, each available in cherry or walnut. The smaller loom is a compact place to begin; the larger frame gives you more room to explore. Check each listing for dimensions and details, or contact us to talk through your project.
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If you need an item by a particular date, or have a question about shipping to your address, contact us before ordering so we can help you plan.
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Send us a note through the Contact page or email kindredfiberfarm@gmail.com. Include your order number, if you have one, and a short description of how we can help. For an item that arrived damaged or incorrect, please include photos when emailing us.
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Our alpacas are shorn once a year, so our farm fiber comes in limited batches. Availability and natural shades depend on the fiber we have. If you’re looking for something that has sold out, contact us to ask about future batches or another option for your project.
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We don’t offer farm tours or public visits. Kindred is also our family home and working farm. We love sharing glimpses of the animals, our projects, and everyday farm life through our website and social channels.
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Our yarn blends fiber from the alpacas and Angora rabbits we raise on our farm in the Texas Hill Country. Our alpacas are shorn once a year, and Anna Marie shears our rabbits by hand three to four times a year. We love sharing the animals and the care behind the fiber.
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We believe creativity grows with practice. From caring for our animals to knitting and woodworking, we’re still learning—and sharing those skills with our children. Through good materials, handmade tools, and a little encouragement, we hope to help you make something worth keeping and perhaps passing on.