The Hudson Valley is home to many skilled craftspeople and business owners in textiles. Whether you’re spending your winter full of outdoor activities or prefer staying indoors, it can be hard to stay warm. By shopping around the Hudson Valley you can be wrapped in a cozy blanket, comforted in an alpaca sweater, or surrounded by bright textiles. Here’s a list of a few talented textile artists, small businesses, and communities in the Hudson Valley that will keep you warm throughout the winter and the rest of the year.
Highlands Foundry
Founded by Cheryl and Joseph Pagano, Highlands Foundry specializes in small batch and one of a kind pieces. These pieces include tops, dresses, kimono inspired jackets, tote bags, and pillows. Their recent Pop Up at Mayer Wasner is pictured up top.
Neelah Cashmere
Neelah Cashmere specializes in Mongolian cashmere blankets, sweaters, and accessories including hats, throws, and scarves. Their cashmere products are produced by craftspeople in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Palampore Fabrics and Hangings
Palampore stands out for their USA printed fabrics with non-toxic and 100% biodegradable inks. Their first collection with Alison Kouzmanoff welcomes colorful floral patterns into the home.
Eleven Six
Eleven Six’s founders, Catherine and Nick, value being an ethically produced knitwear brand. To create their alpaca knitwear, Eleven Six works with three family-owned businesses based in Peru. “The handmade pieces have a hang tag denoting the artist’s signature and an edition number that passes on some handcrafted love to its new owner.”
NY State Sheep and Wool Festival (est. 1980)
While this year’s Sheep and Wool Festival has already passed, the annual event takes place in October in Rhinebeck and online. The festival includes competitions, shows, fleece sales, equipment auctions, conversations, vendors, and more.
Hudson Valley Textile Project (HVTP)
Born out of necessity on sustainably sourced local resources, Gail Parrinello and Mary Jeane Packer, founded HVTP. They offer both membership benefits and free workshops to the Hudson Valley community to develop a network of farmers, dyers, designers, makers, and other local businesses.
Up-Stitch
If you’re looking to take on a DIY project check out Up-Stitch. They’re a nonprofit creative reuse organization in Albany, NY. Up-Stitch founders Maggie Erlich and Megan Stasi have saved over 6,000 pounds of sewing and crafting materials from landfills.
Stay warm this winter! If you need something stronger to keep you warm check out Hudson Valley’s breweries, cideries, distilleries, and coffee shops.
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