Long before Saratoga Springs became famous for its rich history of horse racing, it was known as one of the premiere resort destinations in the country. People from near and far traveled to Saratoga Springs to take “the cure” by indulging in mineral baths and drinking from the various springs around town. Over time, Saratoga Springs became known as the “Queen of Spas”.

To celebrate the City’s mineral springs and their importance in the development of Saratoga Springs as a year-round destination, Terri Bartosik of Whole Knit n’ Caboodle and Jill Ramos of Jill Ramos Designs have collaborated on the “Saratoga Springs Collection.” Taking inspiration from the naturally
occurring colors created by the minerals in the springs, Terri has waved her yarn dying magic wand once again to reflect the beauty of four of the City’s springs – Columbian, Deer Spring Park, Hathorn, and Peerless. To showcase these gorgeous yarns Terri has designed a sweet sock knit in her sock weight
yarn, and husband Jim has designed a fun sampler cowl knit in her DK weight yarn.

The Saratoga Springs Collection Shawl has a relaxing, rhythmic lace pattern that mimics the flow of the water as it comes
out of the springs.

Special thanks to Kim May for test knitting the sample and tech editing the pattern.

Look for this collaboration to debut at Common Thread in Saratoga Springs on Local Yarn Shop Day, April 27th.