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Why Alpaca?

Adorable, low-impact, sustainable, and local. What could be better? Alpaca fiber is as soft as cashmere, hypoallergenic and warmer than wool. It wicks moisture well so those cozy alpaca socks are even suitable in the summer. We raise our alpacas for their fiber (fleece), which is shorn once a year in April or May and then we work all year to make yarn and handmade products from this fiber. A couple times a year we take our alpacas on the local show circuit. The judges seem to like both our fiber and our animals as the collection of ribbons is growing. We even earned a Reserve Champion Banner at the National Alpaca Fleece Show in 2019, Advanced Fleece awards in 2020 and 2021 and a handful of highest scores in National Spin-off.  Despite the ribbons, we get the greatest enjoyment when our customers come back and tell us how much they love their alpaca products!

Yarn and Rugs!

Stock up on yarn! In the crazy winter weather your knitters love to stay busy, we have a large selection of 100% USA alpaca yarns. We stock handspun yarn as well as mill-spun yarn. Grab some for yourself or your favorite knitter/crocheter for some happy project time. It is always a good time of year to buy some alpaca yarn. I personally enjoy knitting with super-soft local yarns while the kids enjoy ball games. We focus on creating the best possible quality from local alpaca fiber. Call us, visit our facebook page, or send us an instant message to set up an appointment to shop.
ALPACA RUGS! Super-soft and amazing rugs made from our fiber.  Truly an indulgence. Worth every penny. 100% USA made.

Our Location

656 E 1000 North Road, Bement, IL 61813 Follow our Facebook page to see alpaca photos, product photos and to catch spontaneously open store hours.

Check out our Schedule Below. Plan your visit now!

We care about our customers. We limit visitors to appointments when not during our open no-appointment days and provide a tour and/or information about our alpacas and products.
Farm store open selected weekdays and weekends.
Watch our Facebook page or Instagram for announcements on our open weekends. Eager to host Business, FFA and 4H groups.
Appointments can be directly booked through our Facebook page.
Early March is crazy with alpaca shows and kids' activities. We will have more open days later in the year. Check our schedule carefully for updates
See us at the Illinois Alpaca and Fiber Festival/Railsplitter Alpaca show in the Exposition Building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, IL. March 9th
We will have alpaca Snuggles and Selfies on Sunday, March 3rd Noon - 3 pm and Monday, March 4th, 11 am - 2 pm. $5/person.
Mondays: Open 10 am - 4 pm March 4th, Snuggles and Selfies 11 am - 2 pm. Closed all other Mondays.
Tuesdays: Closed.
Wednesdays: Open Feb 28th Noon - 5pm. Open 10 am - 4 pm all other Wednesdays.
Thursdays: Closed
Fridays:  OPEN March 1st. Closed March 8th and 15th. Open again March 22 and 29.
Saturdays: Closed March 2, 9th, 16th. Open again March 23rd and 30th.
Sundays: Alpaca Snuggles and Selfies March 3rd, Noon - 3 pm. Other days, Appointment only. Check out our Needlefelting courses Purchase your spot in our Experiences section!
Call or message for appointment 
 
Open by appointment, unless otherwise noted above or on our social media.
Want an appointment? Give us a call or book through our FaceBook page and we may open the store for you!
We are thrilled that you are interested in our little farm. We can accommodate special requests, send us a message or give us a call (607) 227-8458 and we may be able to open the store just for you!
Additional weekend and possible evening dates will be spontaneously announced on our FaceBook page.
Spring weather is here and it can bring a wild range of weather. It is always wise to have soft alpaca socks handy. They keep your feet cozy even when wet! They wick and keep your feet happy in a wide range of conditions!
Are you interested in having more events? A Canvas and Corks event, an alpaca seminar, an arts and crafts seminar? Drop us an e-mail to let us know. If there is enough interest, we can make it happen! We love guests. Give us a call at 607-227-8458 to arrange a tour or special visit.
Weekends work best and we give free weekend tours by appointment.
Group tours on a weekday may be available by appointment.
Attention Gardeners. While we build our customer base, we are giving away alpaca manure. We do accept financial donations toward the care and feeding of the alpacas. How was your garden this year? Consider using alpaca manure as fertilizer for an even better crop next year! Alpaca manure can be added directly to the garden without harming your plants!

Our next event!

Pet/Snuggle/Hug/Selfie with an Alpaca Event was a huge success. Stay tuned while we plan the next one!
The next one is To Be Determined. The kids are in EVERY sport which keeps us very busy.

Shop small this Year!

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SUNDROP ALPACAS is open selected weekends and evenings.
Consider a unique product from a local business. A custom spun alpaca hat or a lovely scarf made from our handspun alpaca fiber? Alpaca fiber is as soft as cashmere, hypoallergenic, and warmer than wool. Plus, you can meet the adorable animal that provided the fleece.
Want to visit the farm and learn about alpacas and alpaca products? Every visitor is offered a tour and a chance to feed the alpacas. Let us know if you would like to schedule a visit.  Classes available through our farm store.
Make an appointment through our Facebook page or visit during one of our open days!

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