Common Threads Issue 001

The first issue of Common Threads features articles, pattern highlights and a sock pattern by Apriori Knits! This new publication from the Hudson Valley Textile Project is designed to showcase the best from our region—including many yarns we spin right here at Battenkill Fibers.

Features:

Abundance in the Local Yarn Store, by Jocelyn Songco of Yarn Farm Kingston

The 100 Mile Sweater, by Jaclyn Sawyer

An Appreciation of Spotty Sheep, by Jennifer Henderson

Regenerative Agriculture Nurtures Sustainable Fiber Communities, by Katherine Mead

Project Plastic Free Socks, by Kristin Parker

Sustainable Style

Celebrating Naturally Colorful Fiber

Patterns:

Foliage Forager Socks, designed by Mary Anne Benedetto; pattern included in the issue

Sumptuous Scarves and Shawls in Farm Yarns (suggested pattern assortment)