Unique store concept: Found by us and brought to you!

A couple weekends ago I had the pleasure of meeting Steven Tater (pictured above talking with Anda), the president and creative director of the Ohio Knitting Mills store located at 231 Smith Street here in Brooklyn. The meeting was so beneficial, because not only did Steven bring along and donate nearly 1000 reams of vintage trim to the Etsy Lab's growing supplies (pictured in all of the plastic bags above), but we got to learn all about the Ohio Knitting Mills.

This unique store right here in Brooklyn, carries exclusive Virgin Vintage knitwear produced in Cleveland, Ohio between 1947-74 that has never been worn! Wow! All of the knitwear is "Produced by the Ohio Knitting Mills of Cleveland, Ohio between the years 1947-74, the rare collection of sweaters, capes, vests, shirts, dresses and jackets are made from 100% virgin wool, as well as pure linen, cotton, mohair, acrylic, nylon, and blends. The pieces we offer here have never been worn and are in near perfect condition, and many are one-of-a-kind."
I had personally never heard of a store with this concept before and simply can't wait to check it out in person! I particularly love the idea that the clothing isn't reproduced, but actually pieces from that era that have been protected and can still be worn.
From what I understand, Steven still has a good amount of quality vintage trim he is looking to de-stash for a great price, so if you contact him or the store, you just might find yourself a great deal before everything runs out!

We here at the Labs wanted to pass along this gem of a find in the event you have need for some vintage knitwear or new trim supplies! Contact him or stop by the store by sending an email to: info@ohioknittingmills.com.