SIBERIAN RESCUE GETS INTO A "HAIRY" SITUATION
Here's how all that lovely, fluffy, surplus undercoat becomes yarn! In addition to the pictures (thanks to Chet Haywood) on this page, you can view our video on the Petcentric website to see how we produce our signature Siberwool items.
Visit our FAQ for more information on donating fur.
Raw Materials
The Process
The undercoat is carded to align the fibres and remove debris. It is then spun into yarn which we call Siberwool. Janet Whitesell, our original spinner, spins fur in the accompanying picture. Cheryl Dawson, our Recording Secretary, does much of of our current spinning.
We have also had fur spun by VIP Fibres. They have a charity donation program under which they spin 10 oz. of undercoat once a year.
The Yarn
The yarn is thoroughly washed and hung to dry.
The Finished Product
The finished yarn is wound into balls ready to be knit into clothing and other items.