Sapphire Alpaca

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Sapphire Alpaca

We are a family-owned alpaca farm and mill that specializes in small-scale artisan textile manufacturing.

We utilize technology to craft unique scarves which are made from 100% alpaca fiber and feature treasures of Montana's wild places. Our products are uniquely designed and knitted in Montana using high-end state-of-the-art knitting technology. We use 100% alpaca fiber to create luxuriously soft scarves, that can be admired by all. Our exclusive designs offer that special Montana memory, capturing t

he natural beauty our state has to offer. Alpaca fiber is a natural renewable resource that possesses special properties, such as smoother fiber scale structure, lack of lanolin and a hollow shaft. These attributes provide a softer feel and offer excellent insulation abilities, making it an ideal fiber for exquisite garments that make the wearer feel surrounded by comfort and warmth. Pair any scarf with our matching beanie hats for a complete look!

06/03/2026

June 1st was shearing day here in the Helena Valley — one of the most important days of our year.
The alpacas were calm, the weather cooperated, and the fleeces came off beautifully. This short video captures a little of the rhythm, the care, and the gratitude that goes into raising fiber animals in Montana.

Fleece becomes yarn, yarn becomes something useful and beautiful, and every step connects us to the land and the people who support this work.

Thank you for being part of this journey with us.

06/01/2026

April Top Sellers

April featured the large mammals of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Between elk, grizzly and bison, these iconic animals surely represent the Spirit of the West. It’s fun to see the variety of scarves that our customers choose. There is truly something for everyone. Our top sellers from last month are:

1. Elk Fair Isle Scarf

2. Buffalo Geometric Checkered Scarf

3. Grizzly Bear Scarf

05/21/2026

Sneak Peek - New Designs

Our locally sourced alpaca fiber has come full circle — grown here in Montana, spun in the United States, and now returning to our studio as yarn ready to be transformed into new scarf and hat designs. As we adjust our programming to honor the unique qualities of this beautiful fiber, we find ourselves on the cusp of a milestone we’ve been working toward since the beginning: the ability to apply for the Grown in Montana designation. Soon, our work will carry both badges — Made in Montana and Grown in Montana — a pairing that reflects not just where our products come from, but who we are becoming.

05/08/2026

Catch us in Cody, Wyoming! Beautiful weather and beautiful scenery. Visit us at the Riley Arena, Friday 5-8pm and Saturday 10am-4pm. The Little Red Truck Cottage Market, come check it out!
Little Red Truck Cottage Market

05/05/2026

Knitwork Collaborations:

We are pleased to announce that you can now find our scarves now at Silver Gate Lodging, right outside of Yellowstone National Park by the Northeast Entrance near Cooke City!

Silver Gate Lodging

Silver Gate Montana cabins offer a unique experience for your next getaway. Nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Montana, each cabin is designed to provide a serene retreat where you can immerse yourself in nature. Their motto provides a sense of what awaits you: Disconnect. Decompress. Be Awed.

Visit them the next time you travel through, you won’t want to miss it!

05/01/2026

Upcoming Tradeshows:

If we are not at the Helena Farmer’s Market, catch us at one of the upcoming shows all across the region:

5/1-5/2/26 - Handmade Montana - Brick Breeden Fieldhouse - Bozeman, MT

5/8-5/9/26 - Little Red Truck Cottage Market, Riley Arena, Cody, WY

5/22-5/23/26 - The Prairie Sisters Vintage Market - Metra Park, Billings, MT

04/30/2026

March Top Sellers
March was a busy show month for us and it highlighted a few favorites again. The huckleberry scarf got quite the attention lately… could it be because it’s such a beautiful scarf? Tough to choose only one, but here are some top sellers from last month:

1. Arrowleaf Fair Isle Scarf

2. Montana Scarf

3. Huckleberry Patch Scarf

04/25/2026

First day of Farmer's Market 2026!! Come on down to the Helena market from 9am to 1pm. Get a scarf and bundle up on this chilly Montana morning!

04/20/2026

~NEW~ Partners
The Book Peddler - West Yellowstone, MT

You can find our scarves now at the Book Peddler West Yellowstone in West Yellowstone, MT, just outside of Yellowstone National Park!

The Book Peddler is a cozy bookshop featuring a wide variety of books, Made in Montana, Made in USA and other gifts & décor. Their Café serves your favorite hot & cold coffee and non-coffee beverages, fresh baked pastries, breakfast and lunch menu.
A must stop next time you are in West Yellowstone!

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04/13/2026

Knitwork Collaborations
Shout Out to the Alpaca Fleece Mill!
During the past year, we have reached out to multiple fiber mills to help us process our locally grown alpaca fiber. One of these awesome partners is Alpaca Fleece Mill LLC in Michigan, who is currently processing some yarn for us. In this picture you see pin drafted roving, the last step before the fiber enters the spinner, where this beautiful fiber transforms into yarn.

We are beyond thrilled to work with multiple fiber mills in this endeavor to increase our portfolio of knitwear that is made with fiber sourced in Montana. Yay for that, and look for those new scarf designs soon!

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Address

2501 York Road
Helena, MT
59602

Telephone

+14062029705

Website

https://sapphirealpaca.etsy.com/, http://sapphirealpaca.com/

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