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Late summer in ShetlandRead MoreAugust 3, 2019
It is a little while since we shared some pics of the islands. This year the summer colours are absolutely brilliant, in all senses of the word.
Conserving the Emperor's CarpetRead MoreJune 22, 2019
The Metropolitan Museum in New York conserved and displayed a unique carpet. The job took years...
Flowers at the studioRead MoreJune 15, 2019
Over the time we have been in the buildings in Sellafirth, fourteen years now, we have been looking after the wild flowers that come up each year in what looks like barren ground.
The Shetland Tweed CompanyRead MoreJune 1, 2019
As many of you will know, I have my own company, The Shetland Tweed Company. This is what we have been doing recently.
Walking to workRead MoreApril 27, 2019
It is the time of year for long walks in the evening, and for walking to and from the studio.
Summer opening at the studioRead MoreApril 6, 2019
The studio has now opened for the season!
The Shetland Tweed CompanyRead MoreMarch 9, 2019
The Shetland Tweed Company website has been updated.
Nora Fok Read MoreFebruary 23, 2019
A friend-of-the-blog has sent in a link for an article on thisiscolossal.com which has had us enthralled.
The Joan Project and The Shetland Tweed CompanyRead MoreFebruary 23, 2019
Two exciting things have happened this week...
The Britain-Zimbabwe Society - a Research DayRead MoreFebruary 23, 2019
On the 15th June this year, the Britain-Zimbabwe Society will be holding a Research Day focused on Creativity and Innovation in Zimbabwean Arts and Science.