TAOS WOOLS
In the picturesque village of Arroyo Seco, New Mexico, Taos Wools is a vibrant hub for fiber enthusiasts and artisans. This charming shop offers a rich selection of locally sourced wool and yarn, reflecting the region’s deep-rooted tradition of sheep farming and textile arts. Visitors are greeted by a colorful array of hand-dyed skeins and natural fibers, perfect for knitting, weaving, and other crafts. Taos Wool also hosts workshops and classes, fostering a community of creativity and skill-sharing. The shop specializes in Churro and other sheep’s wools in limited batches of natural and hand-dyed yarns.
Owned and operated by Joe Berry, the shop embodies the spirit of northern New Mexico’s artistic heritage and commitment to sustainable practices, and is an essential shop to the heart of the community.
Touch up. // taoswools.com
HOUSER RASPBERRY RANCH
Cradled in the lower Mora Valley, Houser Raspberry Ranch (formerly known as La Cueva Farm) is the passion project of Phil and Theresa Houser—the new owners of this cherished early fall destination for raspberry picking, a tradition for generations of Northern New Mexico families.
Visitors to the ranch can also purchase dessert treats with fresh raspberries from the adjacent La Cueva café and browse the couple’s new leather and jewelry shop across the road. Imagine: Rows upon rows of fresh raspberries the size of your thumb to pick, take home, and incorporate into your grandmother’s pie recipe. They hope to have a new crop of raspberries available for guests this season.
Pick ‘em. // facebook.com/lacuevafarm/
