Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Shetland Wool Week, 2012

For anyone who doesn't know, Shetland Wool Week is a special event which is held this year throughout Shetland  from the 08 to 14 October. It will be a celebration of Shetland traditions, an opportunity to take workshops from talented Shetland knitters, hear speakers at the Shetland Museum--so much going on that I'm really excited to be attending.

The Shetland Guild of Spinners, Weavers & Dyers has produced a book of Shetland lace patterns which will be introduced at the event. You can be sure, I'll be in line to buy a copy--or more.

I'm travelling with three keen knitters who initally came on past Scottish Skeins & Skerries Tours as unknown participants (to me), and have become friends. Jamieson & Smith (known as the Wool Brokers to the locals) is the primary sponsor and Kate Davies is the honorary patron this year.To learn more about the details, have a look at: http://www.shetlandwoolweek.com/ .

If you would like to attend next year, the dates in 2013 are from 07 to 13 October.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Are you going to be organizing a tour for next year. I would be interested in joining you if you create one.

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