A Question of Beaming
“Beaming yarn for the looms” Although the writer of this postcard describes this process as ‘beaming’ the yarn, we think there might be something slightly different going on here……
“Beaming yarn for the looms” Although the writer of this postcard describes this process as ‘beaming’ the yarn, we think there might be something slightly different going on here……
Tùsail Maker: Tùsail Behind the Brand: Oliver Crane See More: Website, Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Where Edgy Ecosse meets Haute Couture… At the Scottish bespoke clothing company, Tùsail, where…
“An old wooden loom in action. This old man is an expert and feeling quite young at 93” There’s a couple of small indicators in this picture that reveal the…
Behind the cloth, the blend. At the Harris Tweed® mill, 100% pure virgin wool is processed, dyed and then blended together to special recipes. The result? Even the ‘simplest’ of…
…land combine with the bright white of a newly-painted croft house and its worn, red front door. From the land comes the cloth. (The little caravan is tied down so…
“Washing tweed” In the early days of the Harris Tweed® industry, all generations of woman would work together to wash and ‘waulk’ the fabric by hand. It eventually became…
“Examining the tweed for finish” The sharp-eyed finishing stage of the Harris Tweed® process where the fabric is checked for any flaws or inconsistencies. We love this moment as…
FAQ #2: “How do I care for my Harris Tweed® product” All Harris Tweed® is made from 100% Pure New Wool and as such we recommend – when required –…
…we are proud to say that Harris Tweed® is a truly ecologically sound textile, with a low-impact VOC (volatile organic compound) absorbent production process, and is non-allergenic and biodegradable. To…
FAQ #4: “Where can I buy Harris Tweed® Fabric?” The Harris Tweed Authority are responsible for the protection of our unique industry and love to promote and share its story…