August 26, 2024.
Dear Community,
This week, we’ve shared on social media that we’ve been selected to participate in the 7th edition of Barcelona Knits: the first specialized yarn fair in Barcelona, created by and for knitters.
Since the start of HUANACO – with those first boxes of hand-spun wool from artisans at Manos del Salado – our goal has been to shed light on what happens before each fiber or product reaches us.
Telling you where each skein comes from has been an ambitious goal, leading us to dive deep into the value chain.
In January of this year, a major dream came true: launching our own production of natural yarns.
When sourcing the raw materials, we chose to partner with producers who measure their environmental impact and soil health. Ovis XXI Ultimate Merino wool, sourced from regenerative farming, forms the base of our entire Merino de la Patagonia collection produced in our small wool yarn mill.
With our first production, we achieved traceability certification with Land to Market™, ensuring that each skein carries this international seal verifying the regenerative origin of the fiber.
Since then, knitters across the country have enjoyed this fiber, which is not only gentle on the skin but also benefits the planet and local communities. We’ve added color using only botanical dyes from South American flora.
Now, we’re facing a new challenge: bringing this exquisite fiber to knitters around the world while continuing to support production methods in harmony with nature and its inhabitants.
As we adapt our processes to this new stage, the first step has been to align local costs with the sales price of some products.
To help with this transition, we’ve included a discount code below so that your budget remains intact for your next purchase.
This new newsletter format is designed for us to enjoy a virtual coffee or mate together, keeping you informed about key topics for our community and everything happening at HUANACO. We’ll share designs, updates, special offers, and promotions. We’d love to hear from you, so feel free to share your news or updates by replying to this email.
We thought Barcelona would be the first stop on this new journey, but it looks like there will be a few stops along the way… we’ll share the details of the first one next time.
Thank you for joining us!
Ceci & Lean
Use code GRACIAS and get 20% OFF Merino de la Patagonia.
Cupon ends September 10, 2024 and can be combined with other promotions on the website.