Common Fibers

Common Fibers is a Seattle-based carbon fiber manufacturer specializing in custom prototypes and short production runs.

In my role as Composites Technician I specialized in preparing workpieces for the fiberglass mold-making process, making the molds themselves, and all post-casting finishing processes, including automotive clear-coat application.


OEM engine cover modified and securely mounted

OEM engine cover modified and securely mounted

All surfaces are drafted with clay and a release film is sprayed on

All surfaces are drafted with clay and a release film is sprayed on

The completed fiberglass mold

The completed fiberglass mold

The final carbon fiber part with clear coat finish

The final carbon fiber part with clear coat finish


All-carbon desk with collapsable hardware

Center dashboard detail of an SSC Tuatara

Mascot heads for Oklahoma State’s Pistol Pete


Capturing fine details using a polyester gelcoat mold system

Capturing fine details using a polyester gelcoat mold system

Finished carbon production run with custom spot color

Finished carbon production run with custom spot color


Paper templates of existing parts for cosmetic carbon wrapping

Paper templates of existing parts for cosmetic carbon wrapping

Resin-laminating the pieces under vacuum

The final product, clear-coated and installed