Knitted Jefferson Celebrates 250 Years | Virginia Beach News

In Williamsburg, Virginia, a yarn shop turns history into art—knitting a full-scale Thomas Jefferson scene complete with wig, shoes, desk, quill, and even the Declaration of Independence, row by row, all from American wool. Owner Bonnie Burton, relocating her 30-year-old shop to the historic town, teamed up with former Colonial Williamsburg costume expert Brenda Rosseau to ensure every stitch was historically accurate. From custom-dyed parchment yarn to hand-knitted shoes—a first for the team—the six-month project blends patriotism, craftsmanship, and playful reverence for the Founding Father who wouldn’t have worn wool. This isn’t just a display—it’s a tribute to American ingenuity, stitched right into the heart of history. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3e7c91667792c72c