TOWN GUIDE : PUTNEY
Shop for Something Special
Putney ’ s independently-owned shops offer visitors a chance to discover distinctive treasures in relaxed and stress-free environments . Next Chapter Records on Main Street is a newly-opened specialty shop that boasts a sensational selection of new and used vinyl records . The owner of Next Chapter Records , Mitchell Harrison , is a longtime resident of the Vermont-New Hampshire border region . As a seasoned collector and keen musical enthusiast , he built his collection through years of private trading and research before opening Next Chapter Records . Guests can browse through a well-balanced collection of rock , folk , Americana , and punk records , and those who wish to add a rare LP to their
collection will fawn over the limitededition vinyl that can be found in the glass case in the front of the store . Harrison is always open to the prospect of buying used vinyl from locals and visitors , so don ’ t hesitate to bring your collection in for evaluation .
Sartorially-minded visitors would be wise to stop into Swirl Resale on Main Street , where women ’ s and men ’ s vintage and modern clothing pieces are sold at affordable rates in a vibrant , offbeat setting . The clothing selection is eclectic and diverse , with colorful , patterned boho-chic dresses intermingled amongst smart and modish ready-to-wear pieces . For additional secondhand shopping , pay a visit to Moose on Main up the street from Swirl , and browse through their collection of secondhand furnishings and household items .
Green Mountain Spinnery on Brickyard Lane is a fiber enthusiast ’ s dream-come-true . This independent , worker-owned spinning mill has been producing high-quality yarns for several decades . Knitters and crocheters will find a large selection of yarns , pattern books , and knitting accessories there , and their store attendants are well-versed in all aspects of both crafts . Visitors can also participate in guided tours of the shop and yarn spinnery , where a tightly-knit team of workers processes a wide array of natural fibers ( such as wool , alpaca , and mohair , among others ) into striking yarns . By making use of environmentallysustainable methods , they go above and beyond to ensure that the future of their surrounding environment is every bit as beautiful as the yarns that line their shelves .
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