Born in the colonial port city of Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, Milagros Batista draws her  creativity and inspiration from both her birthplace and upbringing. As a child, the strong women that surrounded Batista taught her not only how to knit, but how to be strong, independent, and compassionate. At the height of the civil rights movement, Batista moved from the Dominican Republic to downtown Brooklyn. The beauty and power of her surroundings both in  Puerto Plata and Brooklyn- the  strong ocean, the rhythmic music, the flavorful dishes, and the movements and ways of the  people- imbued Batista with a sense of pride and style that fueled her creative imagination.  With a bachelor’s degree in Spanish literature and a master’s degree from Hunter College school of social work, Batista used her creative talent and successful knitting business in community development work to encourage and inspire young girls and women growing up in the inner city to find their creativity,, feel good about themselves, and “experience the magic of yarn.” Batista’s knitting business attracts a prominent clientele of women in business and politics. She had her first runway show with Cesar Galindo at Latinista 2017, and her work has been featured in GQ Style, Telemundo’s Acceso Total, Latino Show magazine, and the New York Daily News to name a few. 

Visit Milagros Batista at 4791 Broadway to see the latest collection of one-of-a- kind pieces for every occasion.