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Summertime in Maine
Posted on June 30 2010
It's finally summer here in Maine. We've had a few days of rainy weather, but today we have blue skies, bright sun, and a warm breeze rich with the scent of the roses in our garden. From our front porch, I can see the Kennebec River flowing sluggishly through town....
American Textile History
Posted on June 17 2010
Within the history of the textile mill, you can find the cornerstone of our Industrial Revolution.
Meet the Brahms Mount Crew: John Smith
Posted on April 02 2010
Name: John C. Smith. Position: Master Weaver
100% Linen Towels
Posted on April 02 2010
When I need an hour relaxation, I’ll pull out the bubbles and a good book, fill up my claw foot tub with near boiling water and soak. Stepping out of the bath and into my oversized Linen Body Towel is such a complimentary finale, a little extra luxury before...
Facts on Flax
Posted on April 02 2010
The Linen we choose for our blankets and throws is dew-retted, and Rob and Chris of Jubilee Farm had a great post on the process.
25 Years and Counting...
Posted on April 02 2010
"I have a throw from 25 years ago…what you made 25 years ago has held up wonderfully and we love the throw...we absolutely love your workmanship." Sandra from Alabama
Meet the Brahms Mount Crew: Claudia Brahms
Posted on February 24 2010
Claudia was born and raised in New York City and went on to graduate from both the Fashion Institute of Technology and Philadelphia’s College of Textiles
Good In Every Season
Posted on February 24 2010
"I have several of your blankets and love them. They wear so well and make me feel so good in every season!! " Maude from Mississippi
"Give Alpaca a Starring Role!"
Posted on February 24 2010
"I love alpaca and I have replaced all wool sweaters with alpaca for sweaters. However, the American public, in general, is not too aware of alpaca. Being Mexican I am well aware of that miracle fabric that is alpaca. I truly hope that you will give alpaca a starring...
Ah, Alpaca!
Posted on February 24 2010
For thousands of years, Alpaca has been a source for fiber in South America. They were first domesticated by tribes in the Andean highlands, most notably the Amerindians of Peru, and were a central component to the culture. After the Spanish conquest, Alpaca was introduced to Europe, but no...
"How Lovely It Is..."
Posted on February 24 2010
"We recently received our lovely 'Starry Night' blanket and wanted you to know how lovely it is. We thank our daughter for introducing us to your lovely blankets. We shall pass the word along!" - From Mary of Connecticut Our Natural Starry Nights Blanket is 100% Undyed Cotton and...
A Brahms Mount Baby
Posted on February 11 2010
Beautiful Breanna last year in February, born January 18, 2009. She looks so warm in our 100% Cotton Checkmate Baby Blanket in Lemon. Thank you Aunt Ingrid for sending us the photo! Take a look at all our Baby Blankets HERE.
Bring Our Flax Home
Posted on February 11 2010
Despite the fact that globally the US is the largest per capita consumer of flax fiber,
no flax is grown for fiber in the US and all fiber for textiles and composites is imported.
Time to Rewind
Posted on February 09 2010
Who doesn't want to curl up with these pups on one of our 100% Linen Stripe Bankets? Looks like they usurped the limited edition Alpaca/Cotton Ebbtide Day Blanket too! (See our latest limited edition Alpaca/Cotton Day Blanket, the Pharaoh) Photographer Kathy of Vermont once owned our blankets, before Ruby (left) and Scout (right)...
Merino Lambswool Scarves | Made in USA
Posted on February 08 2010
NEW LINE FROM BRAHMS MOUNT - MADE IN USA Winter is far from over in Maine. For us to get through till May, it’s best to think warm thoughts. One of our best warm-thoughts so far has been to create a line of Brahms Mount scarves. The scarves are...
Hallowell, Maine Part 1
Posted on February 06 2010
PART 1 We have to share an excerpt written by local Hallowell historian Sumner Webber: “In 1826, the ice industry began in earnest, employing thousands over the next 75 years. Frozen blocks loaded onto Hallowell's schooners travelled as far as Cuba and the West Indies.” We share this because of...
Hallowell, Maine Part 2
Posted on February 06 2010
PART 2 Many people ask about our little town. Since we’ve begun in 1983, we’ve been welcomed into Hallowell as part of its charm and artistic focus. Located south of Maine’s capital of Augusta, it’s a bit of a surprise for visitors—used to the sights of Maine’s famous coast—to...
"...the blankets are worth the cost!"
Posted on January 18 2010
"I have a blanket from brahms mount that i bought about ten years ago at the common ground fair. i cannot say it more eloquently that kati above, so i'll just echo her comments and reiterate that the blankets are worth the cost!"
From Apartmenttherapy.com member, girltuesday.
"Incredible...Sturdy...Comfortable...Elegant..."
Posted on January 18 2010
"I've got both the 100% linen queen-size blanket and the personal day blanket. They are incredible! Sturdy, comfortable, warm in cold weather, cool in hot weather, elegant, artisanal, and with a wonderful weight. I stumbled upon their site and was able to get them on sale a couple of years ago; it's worth it to call the company for any news in this regard--they are a small company and treat you like family....
Welcome to the Brahms Mount Blog
Posted on May 05 2008
Maine's textile tradition stretches back to the 1800s, when almost every family spun fine yarn from local flax and wool, as well as from imported cotton. To fulfill rapidly growing demand, mills sprang up along major rivers. Maine textiles became world-renowned. Generations thrived.
Building upon the strength of this tradition, Claudia Brahms and Noel Mount founded Brahms Mount more than twenty-five years ago in Hallowell, Maine. They purchased and renovated buildings constructed in 1866 and built a mill overlooking the Kennebec River, just upstream from where merchant ships once docked to trade Maine textiles around the globe.
Linen Towels - Old News - 2001 Press Release
Posted on May 18 2001
Press release from Brahms Mount about Linen Day Blankets form 2001