Lookbook No. 11

Jan 1

Vermont and New Hampshire

Journey to the Northeastern USA, to explore two states that sit snugly side by side and have maintained a direct link to the past through their textile industries, artisans and crafters.
Published January 2020 (Out of Print)

Digital Issue

Travel through Vermont and New Hampshire at the peak of the fall foliage season. We journey along the shores of Lake Champlain and Lake Winnipesaukee, through the granite mountains of New Hampshire to Mt. Washington, and into the small towns and farms nestled in wooden vales. Spend magical days in the village of Harrisville, designated a National Historic Landmark in 1977 as one of the few remaining textile communities in the country, where we explore the Harrisville mill and learn how deep-rooted traditions are paired with 21st century sustainability and economics. The New England makers we meet have a great love and deference for their land, their communities, and the region’s history and traditions. These artists pair local resources with traditional forms of creating: milling yarn, weaving cloth, sewing garments, making baskets for daily use. Form and functionality mesh seamlessly, creating beautiful materials that find use and purpose in our everyday lives. It is a joy to learn more about these makers, their materials and motivations, and the work they do to keep alive the values of hard work, handcraft, and artistry.