| This week, 20% of all sales of Neighborhood Fiber Co (and of our own Luminous Brooklyn) will be donated to help NFC's remarkable founder Karida Collins create a new studio, community arts hub, and fiber arts makerspace |
| Over the years, Neighborhood Fiber Co. has been so generous through charitable giving to a range of worthy causes - and now they could use our help! Founder Karida Collins created the NFC Momentum Fund, a charitable organization dispersing donations to a variety of organizations working for justice, empowerment, and equality in Neighborhood's home town of Baltimore. Honored as a GoFundMe hero, Karida's fund has so far raised over $100,000 in donations, and Neighborhood Fiber Co. has personally donated tens of thousands to a range of causes. Now that Neighborhood Fiber Co. can use an assist, will you help us lend a hand? Starting right now through Sunday, May 22nd, 20% of all sales of Neighborhood Fiber Co. will be donated to the NFC New Building and Community Arts Centerfund. Plus, we'll be donating 20% of all sales of our in-house brand Luminous Brooklyn to the fund as well! Whether you shop in store or online, that portion will be donated to this worthy cause. |
| Let's hear what's at stake from founder Karida Collins herself: |
| "Greetings NFC Fam, I’m doing something today that’s pretty difficult for me: asking for your help for myself. I'm raising money through GoFundMe to help pay for the renovations of the future home of Neighborhood Fiber Co. "If you follow us on social media or have visited our studio recently, you have probably heard that we are moving locations. In early 2021, I purchased the building where the next chapter of Neighborhood Fiber Co. is going to begin. Not only will Team NFC work out of this new studio, but it will also be a community arts hub and fiber arts makerspace. Baltimore Youth Arts, a creative entrepreneurship and job training non-profit that provides artistic and professional opportunities to young people, especially those who have been involved with the justice system, will house their administrative headquarters there. "The increased space will allow me to invite more renowned artists to teach classes and workshops, and offer them at an accessible price point to Baltimoreans. Local fiber artists and budding entrepreneurs will be invited to use the space and equipment, two things that are a huge obstacle when a person is trying to start a business. I personally want to be able to share my own experiences and expertise to newcomers to help demystify the process, and incubate new talent in Baltimore." |
| "I knew the building would need a lot of work to make it safe and usable for Team NFC, Baltimore Youth Arts, and all the guests, visitors, and artists who would walk through its doors. The new space is now under construction to bring its gas and electric utilities up to code, and improve ventilation systems so that we can more safely work with dye pigments (as well as decrease the risk of Covid infection). Once these critical renovations are completed, cosmetic construction can begin on retail store space, class spaces, and outdoor area." |
| "Renovation projects are always costly and time-consuming - I was prepared for that. Unfortunately in this case, supply-chain issues and labor shortages caused by the unpredictability of Covid has almost doubled the cost of construction. I have already invested over $300k of my own money into this project, and I am determined to see it through to the end. I sought advice and help from many of my peers and colleagues, and Benjamin Levisay of Stitches Events generously offered to host a GoFundMe so that we could complete the initial, critical renovations. "Before I agreed, I wanted to make sure I exhausted every route open to me. I have applied for grants, worked with community lenders, and greatly expanded the number of stockists to whom Neighborhood Fiber Co. supplies its yarns and fibers. Now I’m asking you for help to get us over the finish line. Thank you so, so much for reading, and for being a member of this incredible community. If you would like to support us, please click this link to support our GoFundMe campaign." Yours sincerely, Karida Collins |
| The Neighborhood Fiber Co. Merino wools you know and love are still machine washable! However, now they are no longer using the traditional superwash process, which relies on harsh chemicals to make the yarn machine washable. Instead, their wool is minimally processed to be environmentally friendly and even softer than before. Check out all of the Neighborhood Fiber Co. yarns over on our web store right here. . . |
| For more information about Neighborhood Fiber Co.'s decision to transition from traditional superwash, please read founder Karida Collins' interview with Making stories here. |
We've got three beautiful organic bases by
Neighborhood Fiber Co.
Let's check them out!
Neighborhood Fiber Co.
Let's check them out!
| Studio Worsted is now GOTS-certified organic! This switch means that their yarn uses an environmentally-friendly process to make sure it’s still machine-washable and as soft and vibrant as ever. |
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Check out all our colors of Organic Studio Worsted right here. . .
Weight: Worsted Skein weight and yardage: 114 grams (4 ounces) / 200 yards (182 meters)
Content: 100% Organic Merino wool Texture: Multi ply Care: Machine wash delicates/knits, dry flat
Gauge: 4.5 - 5 sts per inch Needle size: US 7 - 8 (4.5 - 5mm) Hook size: 7 to H-8 (4.5 - 5mm)
Now certified organic!
| Organic Studio Sock is strong and lusciously soft. Studio Sock is an incredible machine-washable Merino wool yarn that is both springy and smooth, which makes it perfect for garments of all types! And each single skein has enough yardage for most handknit sock patterns. |
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Check out all our colors of Organic Studio Sock right here. .
Weight: Fingering/Sock Skein weight and yardage: 114 grams (4 ounces) / 400 yards (366 meters)
Content: 100% Organic Merino wool Texture: Multi ply Care: Machine wash delicates/knits, dry flat
Gauge: 7 - 8 sts per inch Needle size: US 1 - 2 (2.25 - 2.75mm) Hook size: B-1 to C-2 (2.25 - 2.75mm)
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Now certified organic!
This springy DK weight 3-ply superwash merino is a perfect workhorse yarn for everything from garments to accessories.
Check out all of our colors of Organic Studio DK right here!
Check out all of our colors of Organic Studio DK right here!
Weight: DK Skein weight and yardage: 114 grams (4 ounces) / 275 yards (251 meters)
Content: 100% Organic Merino wool Texture: Multi ply Care: Machine wash delicates/knits, dry flat
Gauge: 5 - 6 sts per inch Needle size: US 4 - 6 (3.5 - 4mm) Hook size: E-4 to G-6 (3.5 - 4mm)
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| Dyed with love in a historic firehouse in downtown Baltimore, these breathtaking skeins will put a smile on your face as soon as you see them. Founder Karida Collins and her team have captured a joyful spirit with her elegant variegations and rich, jewel tone semi solids. |
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