Alpaca Criations
Naturally Dyed Fiber
Yes nature dyed.
Think of your garden and flower beds
as inspiration. Marigolds, Coreopsis, onion skins, red cabbage, spices like turmeric or paprika -
the list goes on
Create and learn new skills
From spinning, weaving, felting,
knitting/crocheting.
So many inspiring ways to create!
Felted Alpaca
Needle Felt or Nuno (wet) felt alpaca fiber
into items like purses, scarves, shawls, jewelry, ornaments, rugs.
Possibilities are endless
About Us
Located in Lebanon, TN
We are a small farm on purpose. We believe the fiber is what is important.
Not the sale of alpacas. We had become empty nester's with acreage. Hubby was still traveling and involved in the corporate world. I was looking for a new routine that added value to our lives, not disrupt it. We had been on the farm for many years, and wanted to make the most of our acreage without breaking the bank. So the research began, and ALPACAS is what I found. Once I heard that gentle humm-I was hooked! Here was a critter, much like our indoor dogs & and cats that could share emotions, needed minimal care, open my creative mind and are earth friendly animals. Alpacas created a pause of timwebcal://p40-caldav.icloud.com/pe and reduced stresses and triggers that exist in all our daily lives.
I had been home raising children and managing a household. I wasn't skilled to work outside the home. I did not want to invest in any livestock requiring slaughter for profit. My research taught us alpacas were earth friendly, non-agressive, trainable, and loving with personality . A way for me to have my own business at home, with no commute- a healthy, motivating, positive, creative environment. I became so passionate about the fiber we harvest each year. I expanded my skills - learning to spin, weave, felt, eco-print and dye various fibers. This journey also provided avenues to be more socially engaged and form new friendships.
We will never forget what it was like to begin our journey with alpacas., We believe in mentoring and support-we want you to succeed in your journey!
My spinning wheels & Saori loom are always ready to travel. Although it's great having your own source of alpaca fiber, I'll gladly share some of mine and help teach you a few techniques I've learned along the way. Studio and farm are open by appointment. Give us a call or email-
Do you Knit or Crochet? ASK me how you can get FREE Alpaca yarn.
A place where Happiness grows
Unique Hand Woven Designs
I produce 1 of a kind woven designs on my Saori Rigid Heddle & Tri-looms.
Fiber Connections
Friends of Fiber
visit with like minded fiber folks for
supportive, creative, fun & social time
Workshops Available
Handspun Treasures
Hansdpun and Art Yarn
I'm available
For spinning and weaving demo's
About the Fiber
Alpaca fiber is lanolin free, flame resistant, wicks away moisture, natural renewable fiber, easily blended with various types of fiber.
Paca Bean Fertilizer
Used as a slow release fertilizer and may be applied directly to the garden without danger of burn. Has the ability to retain water. Nitrogen and potassium content is high, calcium and magnesium is average with low levels of phosphorus.
Free if you pick-up
Alpaca Facts
No they do not spit as much as their cousins, "Llamas". Alpacas are very social livestock, with personalities similar to cats and communicate by softly humming with each other.
Baby alpacas are referred to as
CRIA's
We're Glad you stopped
Studio and Farm Store
We want you to have a great experience during your visit, yet because we are a working farm, appointments are necessary. Please wear clothing appropriate for outdoors including closed toe shoes.
Meet our Alpacas
Give us a call and plan a visit to the farm