Whenever I see the products from the Mill, I immediately want to buy everything I see. Too bad my pocketbook won't let me! But seriously, the products are such good quality that the price tag is worth it. We happened to stumble by when the storeroom was open AND a sale going on. I was a little disappointed to see we missed the mill tour by 30 minutes. Stop by the storeroom and get a glimpse of some quality wool materials and products. read more

If you are into high-quality wool blankets this is one of a handful of American mills that are still creating them. Faribault makes all kinds of wool items inclusive of some clothing. For me, this is one of my go-to places for blankets. I don't purchase down blankets anymore for a variety of reasons. And I don't buy fleece anything...no blankets, no jackets, nothing. We use wool for all four seasons as it comes in a variety of weights that are comfortable the year round. Wool is naturally antimicrobial and a wonderfully useful product. I like that high-quality woolens can be passed down from generation to generation. Some of my most precious blankets are vintage. Check out the Faribault website and be prepared to find something you will love. Prices are not inexpensive but quality doesn't come cheap. Everything is made in the USA. read more

Very easy online ordering! Excellent and fast customer service! High quality products! Love the artist collaborations recently!

These throw blankets and bedding is very nice and support local business. The quality and the customer service is great and refreshing to see read more

We were visiting from out of state and my daughter arranged a tour. These are only offered on Friday & Saturday. We enjoyed the drive to the Mill. We had a little time to look at merchandise in the retail shop. Truly high quality blankets, scarves, hats, mittens, shirts, dog coats, totes and more! While the prices seem high, once you take the tour and see the 22 steps (and understand the nearly 2 weeks it takes from getting raw wool to the finished product, it's a very labor intensive process) it's a wonder these awesome products are offered for the price. These items are often washable and moth resistant, basically lasting decades with good care. Great tour. Great products. read more

Its a bit expensive but if you find a good deal its well worth it for a Wool Blanket or similar sized item. This is the type of place where you drop big money on time tested woolen items and come out happy (but albeit with a much lighter wallet). Long running tradition since 1865, located little ol' Faribault, Minnesota. read more

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Bought a blanket online. Blanket was really scratchy and decided to return it. Make sure this is what you want before buying because it took them weeks to send a return shipping label and once they received the blanket they stated there was hair all over it and could not be returned. Blanket was not used just took it out of packaging and then folded it back up into packaging. Now they are charging more money to ship it back to me because it's not elligible for return. For the cost the customer service is terrible. I would never purchase again. read more

Purchased a laptop sleeve for my iPad. Excellent quality and fit, except the zipper failed just out of warranty. Attempted to contact the company without any luck. Substandard customer service. read more

Last weekend I joined the Cult of Wool Sales and I am not sorry. $15 throws? $30 blankets? Thanks FWM! We also stopped by the store which is often open and OMG if I'm now craving the designs and sizes that probably never make it next door to the sales. I bought 11 Christmas presents and several blankets for my own home for about $300. I need to wrap and send them out ASAP before I put them all on my bed and climb in and won't come back out until spring. Or another sale. read more

Beautiful shop, very lovely items. So well made. There was an event the day I came, there was a large bin of remnants for a great deal! A woman making pins for your jacket or maybe purse out of the wool. A local brewery was here, contests, cookies and tours. Many employees to help out with any questions. read more

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This review is for a visit near the end of September 2014 when they had a tent sale occuring, which if I understand correctly, is only the second time they have done this but will plan to do it again next September 2015, and each subsequent September going forward. The Faribult Woolen Mill has a rich history and today is the only wool mill left in the United States that takes raw wool and produces a finished retail product. I am a big advocate of buying high quality products that are "Made in the USA", so I was hooked before I even arrived. The Faribault Mill did not disappoint...they had boxes upon boxes of wool blankets, scarves, throws, shaws, etc. all marked down something like 40%-80%. Some products were seconds, but most were not, though seconds were all marked down the most at 80% and you rarely could see the imperfection. (some of these blankets normally retail for as much as $325, so you can see where the sale really impacts how many you can buy). We actually arrived about 4 hours before the FINAL hour of the sale and yet they still had LOTS of products remaining such that we were able to get all our Christmas shopping done for our entire extended family before we left, and bought and equal number of items for ourselves. And what a deal! We didn't buy any seconds, and compared with the prices for the equivalent product online, we saved a total of about 65%. Ever since that dayy in Septmeber, we have been using our blankets and throws in our home and they are both very attractive and vevry functional. We love them. And the quallity is of a level where with limited care, they willl still be as vibrant and functional 50+ years from now. This is almost a shame because now I don't actually NEED another wool blanket but I garauntee I will be at the sale next year buying another 4 or 5, though this time with a little more guilt. I guess I can say I'm investing in my children's inheritance, and heck, with prices this good, how can you pass it up? (FYI: they DO take credit cards at the tent sale and this sale is popular with the locals, so I'd advise getting there as early on the first day that you can if you want a shot at the most premium items and/or the most marked down. The afternoon of the second day is very busy, but you can look around a little more leisurely without what I suspect is otherwise chaos reminiscent of Black Friday from year's past where people are pushing and shoving and buying everything they can put their hands on - that latter part is pure speculation, but I could easily see how it would happen.) read more

Gah, this place is so dreamy. My friends and I were recently having a conversation about how it makes much more sense to buy quality goods that will last a long time than buying cheap stuff that falls apart. The Faribault Woolen Mill is a perfect example of this; American-sourced, American-made products that contribute to our economy and last forever. The staff was so helpful- I found a factory second that I wanted and, without my prompting, she went upstairs to see if there was a less-flawed version, which there was. I am so happy it has stayed in business for the last 150 years! read more

Faribault Mill - Accessories Near Me - Faribault, Minnesota

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BUYER BEWARE! Make sure you purchase exactly what you want, because unless your item is from their "first quality" line of products, you cannot exchange it for a better fit. Not even if you are willing to pay more money to get just the right thing. When I complained that I was not advised of this policy when I made my purchase, nor is it posted anywhere, the cashier moved some knick knacks that obstructed the fine print on one of their signs. Joke's on me, I guess. My request for them to call the manager was flatly refused, even though it was during business hours. Their suggestion; email the manager, and I should get a response later in the week. Purportedly so that I could make the drive to Faribault again.... In 30+ years of shopping, I've never felt more swindled, compelling me to download Yelp and warn the world. Hopefully. Good luck. read more

Such a cute shop!! I highly recommend stopping in and checking it out if you're in the area!! Pricey, but that's because it wool!! Duh! But worth the stop and worth the money!! read more

This review is for customer service-shopping online. From a company with great products and even great promotional material, it comes down to how you address and serve your customers. Please lose the "Minnesota not-nice" attitude and think of your customers on the other end. We are paying money for not only what we get, but how we get it. I can get quality goods from places that serve me better. I plan on doing so--you lost a customer due to poor customer service. read more

Quality woolen blankets and other goods. Top notch customer service. Made in the USA! Also a great section of discounted blankets due to minor mistakes in crafting. Be prepared to spend some money- and know that the quality is worth it!!! read more

Went to the Fairbault 'outlet' expecting some discounted blankets, or at least a pillow- something, anything! WRONG. Unless you are ready to spend $190+ on a blanket (and they are beautiful, I will give you that!)... don't make the special trip to this place. It's a RIP OFF. read more

Took the factory tour and explored the shop. The tour was a dialogue with lots of questions asked and answered. A compelling story for this small manufacturer. The shop displays a wide assortment of their products with a limited selection of 'scraps'. Not a discount store, the products are all first quality. Lots of old machines still in use. read more

Full disclosure, I went here for the Anniversary Sale this past weekend (which is a great decision, seriously, do it next year), so my experience is pretty unique to that. We got there about 10 minutes before the sale opened and everyone was standing in a calm, orderly line waiting for the sale to open. There were two main sections: seconds along the outer wall and the discounts in the middle. The baby blankets were a great deal for gifts: $25 for the softest things I have ever felt. $20 for second scarves that I could not find a flaw with when I was looking, and blankets that the hem were off a bit, but dang, they are pretty and warm. I am looking forward to going back next year! read more

This is a destination store. For all of you coming from the city and Mall of America, come see the authentic art pieces created by this one of a kind mill. It's worth the trip. read more

Cute store, HUGE price range, very friendly service and an historic company! You gotta visit if you're in the neighborhood!!