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The Design Process-from sketch to retail
Learn a little about our design process and what it takes to get a new product ready for retail.
University of Wyoming Blanket Throw Project
Manufactured by Mountain Meadow Wool Mill in Buffalo, WY, this woolen throw celebrates the sustainable, rugged fabric of the rural west.
Creating a New Color
A lot of work goes into creating a custom yarn or a custom yarn color.  Here is the journey we took in creating our latest custom color:
Knitting to Reduce Stress
Therapeutic Knitting..... to Calm, Focus and Refresh!
Outdoor Wool Adventures - Kids in Yellowstone
A trip to Yellowstone with wool hoodies, bison, and grizzlies!
A Reflection on Labor
2020 seems to be a year of turmoil, chaos, and catastrophe, but in many ways, it has also highlighted for us some of the deeper truths of life. The value of family and friendships in a time of crisis. The...
A day in the life of a wool mill operator (Ben) - where did my day go?
When our days just don't go according to plan...
Custom Processing - What you need to know
Whether you are a large-scale sheep operation or a small hobby farm, questions arise such as “how can I bring more value to my wool clip” or “what is the best product to make with my fiber”.  I get asked these questions more times than I can count and decided it was time to put a blog together that highlights some of the key points to consider on your journey to the creation of a quality, custom product whether it be roving, yarn, a finished blanket, hat, sweater, or other apparel. 
Burma to Buffalo! Bringing Business Back to America
Burma to Buffalo Mountain Meadow Wool Bringing Business Back to America by Kelsey Hostetler Over the years big businesses have been leaving American soil and taking up roots in foreign countries where the prices are cheaper and labor is more...