Why Most Sweaters Today Contain Plastic

If you check the material label on many sweaters today, you’ll often see synthetic fibers such as acrylic, polyester, or nylon listed in the fabric composition. These materials are all forms of pla...

2026 Whalerknits Lookbook

Whalerknits is proud to introduce the 2026 Product Lookbook—a collection that reflects five decades of American craftsmanship and coastal heritage. Since 1975, our sweaters have been knit, cut, and...

Collaboration Case Study: Padanaram Outfitters

Padanaram Outfitters is one of the longest standing Whalerknits dealers and one very close to my heart as it's located in my (home) town, Dartmouth, Massachusetts. A purveyor of apparel and access...

Why Whalerknits Chooses 100% Cotton — No Plastic, No Acrylic

A few years ago we read Amanda Mull’s article in the Atlantic, entitled Your Sweaters are Garbage. We couldn’t agree more. Mull’s argument isn’t really about nostalgia. It’s about material honesty....

Timeless Maritime Design

A History of the Boatneck Sweater The boatneck sweater, defined by its wide, horizontal bateau neckline, has one of the clearest functional origins in knitwear history. Long before it became a stap...

History of the Rollneck Sweater

The Icon of Maritime Culture in Fashion History Few garments sit at the intersection of function and fashion quite like the rollneck sweater. Instantly recognizable by its thick, folded collar and ...

Collaboration Case Study: Milworks

MILWORKS Sometime in mid-2025 we connected with a retail operation called Milworks with stores in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Portland, Oregon. With deep personal connections to both towns, we were ex...

New Bedford Whaling Museum X Whalerknits Collaboration Case Study

We were more than excited for the opportunity to work with the NBWM, a cultural cornerstone of New Bedford (and Whalerknits original home). In partnership with the Museum, we developed 3 pieces wit...

The 4th of July Sweater an American Sweater - Made in the USA and Guaranteed for Life

This year, don't just wear the colors—wear the values. When you choose a WhalerKnits 4th of July sweater, you’re not just buying a piece of clothing. You’re investing in American jobs, a cleaner pl...

The Four-Season Staple: Why Cotton Is King

Think a sweater is just for fall? Think again. A well-made cotton sweater is one of the most versatile pieces you can own, adapting to any season.