The wool for Harris Tweed comes primarily from the Outer Hebrides of Scotland, where it is sourced from local sheep, particularly the hardy Hebridean breed. The wool is then spun and woven by hand in small mills on the islands, adhering to strict regulations that ensure its authenticity. This traditional craftsmanship is integral to Harris Tweed's unique quality and heritage.
Harris Tweed was made in the Hebrides
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Tweed is a fabric made from woven sheep wool.
Tweed is a material/fabric. It is a wool cloth, rather coarse, and can come in many weaves and colors.
Harris Tweed
Very itchy!
Harris tweed is expensive because it is all hand woven on manual treadle looms as part of a labour intensive process in the outer Hebrides. Only fabric made there in the traditional way can be called Harris tweed - just as Champagne has to come from that region else it is just sparkling wine. It is a high quality low volume product and requires great skill to produce.
Alternative yarn choices: Patons Symphony or Wool Tweed DK
Harris Tweed is made in the Outer Hebrides in Scotland by the weavers in their own homes. It is then washed and finished by the Harris Tweed mills on the islands before being distributed all over the world.
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