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Issue 5 features articles on the weaving of the Edinburgh Seven tapestry, Uist Wool, and the endangered craft status of Shetland lace knitting as well as a collection of specially commissioned knitting and crochet patterns. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCONTENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStories:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003eWEAVING THE EDINBURGH SEVEN Dovecot Tapestry Studios work with Christine Borland to celebrate the first women to matriculate at a British university. (by Prof Carol M Richardson)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003eVARIEGATIONS ON A THEME Uist Wool has a passion for the natural colours of fleece.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003eFAIR ISLE ON FAIR ISLE Barkland Croft takes knitting traditions back to source. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003eFLOCK TO SOCK Glenesk folk museum in Angus is rediscovering kilt hose. (by Julie Cave, Museum Officer)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003eA DELICATE FUTURE Shetland lace knitting is on the red list of endangered crafts. (by Elizabeth Williamson)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003eREVIVING TEXTILE TALENTS Creation Mill tackles isolation and supports textile skills in Dumfries and Galloway. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003eCRAFTING MATHS Knot Unknot: The abstract art behind knitting and crochet. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003eCHARTING AGE-OLD SEAS Photographs from The Wick Society inspire gansey designs. A tribute to Gordon Reid. (by Sara Wolf)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFAY DASHPER-HUGHES\u003c\/strong\u003e Kin Jumper: A striking two row repeat creates a versatile crocheted jumper made in Aister 'oo' Shetland wool.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eREBECCA CLOW,  THE CREABEA\u003c\/strong\u003e Myrtle Waistcoat:  A statement vest for dressing up or down, made in Shilasdair Anam DK.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKELLY ORDEMANN, MADE BY KELLY O\u003c\/strong\u003e Pathfinder Top: A knitted tee made in wool for Scottish summers, made in Ginger Twist Studio Masham Mayhem 4-ply.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSYLVIA WATTS-CHERRY, CHERRIES ON TOP\u003c\/strong\u003e Isla Top: A lace pattern inspired by Scots pine trees creates this light summer top, made in Cookston Crafts Alpaca\/Silk\/Cashmere 4-ply.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSAMIRA HILL, EILDON HILLS DESIGNS\u003c\/strong\u003e Lammermuirs Crochet Top: A top-down crocheted summer top, made in Flora Fibres Tencel DK.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSOLVEIGH LASS-EVANS, IOLAIR YARN \u003c\/strong\u003eCommon Blue Shawl: Colours and shapes of a butterfly motif inspire this kite shaped shawl, made in Iolair Yarn Luing or Woollenflower Twig 4-ply.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eALISON MAYNE, KNITROSPECTIVE\u003c\/strong\u003e Cluny Cowl and Wrap: Options for three cowls and a long stole show off handdyed colours, made in The Woolchemist 4-ply Merino Linen.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eELIZABETH WILLIAMSON KNITTING\u003c\/strong\u003e Da Slockit Light Shawl: Traditional Shetland Lace pattens and techniques with instructions for two sizes, made in Jamieson \u0026amp; Smith 2-ply Lace Weight.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMERRIAN HOLLAND, MEZZACRAFT \u003c\/strong\u003eGothic Wrap: Textures and colours combine in this modular wrap, made in Choufunga 4-ply merino sock yarn and Float Your Goat mohair silk from My Mama Knits.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSUNSHINE STEWART,  AT BIRKHILL HOUSE\u003c\/strong\u003e Peg Loom Mat: Instructions for making a seat pad or small rug using an ancient weaving craft. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"For The Love Of Yarn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49080987091258,"sku":"","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/9095\/7882\/files\/Issue_5_cover_medium2_png.webp?v=1770032187"},{"product_id":"journal-of-scottish-yarn-issue-4","title":"Journal of Scottish Yarn Issue 4","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWelcome to issue 4 of The Journal of Scottish Yarns, Autumn \/ Winter 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis issue is all about inspiration - we hope it inspires you too!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe first tartan mill to be established in the Highlands for decades, Prickly Thistle seeks answers to today’s issues from the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eV\u0026amp;A Dundee worked with Glasgow micro-weavers, Vevar, to explore their tartan design and create a limited edition piece: a modern interpretation steeped in Scottish textile legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWith inspiration from across continents, Ripples Crafts has been based in the northwest Highlands of Scotland for 15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eCenturies of history provide design inspiration for textile conservator Sara Wolf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eLammermuit Wool: the story of a small and friendly flock of Shetland sheep in East Lothian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eKiltmaking is culturally significant for Scotland, but did you know it is an endangered skill?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eA short history of Sanquhar knitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatterns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eKnitting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eKATT WEAVER, HEATHER AND HOPS Hairst Jumper: lace details and twisted rib around the hem make an elegant jumper, with matching cowl and scarf designs. Designed with Zakami Yarns Aran wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eRUTH ROBINSON Charles III Sanquhar Mitts and Cowl: a new pattern based on historic motifs, created for the Coronation of the new King. Designed with Wee County Yarns Kinross 4 ply wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eSARA WOLF Diamond Twist Socks: inspired by a small knitted fragment found with the Gunnister man in Shetland. Designed with Uist Wool Canach, Westfield Croft Shetland or Whistlebare Cuthbert’s Sock yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eEMMA VINING Sallochy Bay Shawl: crescent-shaped shawl in two sizes inspired by the life cycle of a mushroom. Designed using Dystopic Fibres 4 ply yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eLOUISE MOSSOM Sma’ Glen Beanie Hat: inspired by the magical purple sky that precedes snow. Designed with Jamieson’s of Shetland Spindrift wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eKARIE WESTERMANN Wheatfield Jumper: an everyday staple designed to showcase special wool. Designed for Lammermuir Wool Harestanes DK wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eSYLVIA WATTS-CHERRY Coorie Cardigan: a snuggly cardigan featuring cables framed with intarsia colourwork. Designed with Iona Wool Aran weight wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eCrochet:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eSAMIRA HILL, EILDON HILLS DESIGNS Whin Top: a versatile sleeveless garment that can be a poncho or an oversized tank top. 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Designed using Black Isle Yarns Killen Sock yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"For The Love Of Yarn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49080991646010,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/9095\/7882\/files\/Issue_4_Cover_png.webp?v=1770032086"},{"product_id":"journal-of-scottish-yarn-issue-3","title":"Journal of Scottish Yarn Issue 3","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWelcome to issue 3 of The Journal of Scottish Yarns, Spring \/ Summer 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAdopting the Viking Mantle: Shepherdess and artist Meg Rodger of The Birlinn Yarn Company is inspired by past and present in the Outer Hebrides\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eSource Material – Strands of Memory: Two makers, Jeni Reid and Lynne Hocking, are inspired by linen with results that are both worlds apart and close to home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eA Woven Heritage: Second only to agriculture, linen production was the major Scottish industry in the 18th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eHistorical Fibres, Future Networks: From exhibitions to walks and dolls, exploring heritage and developing links between art, design and Scotland’s linen industry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWeaver of Weather: Designer Ange Sewell, of Weft Blown, weaving her own path in West Kilbride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Fruits of Friendship: How a collaboration based on friendship and diverse businesses led to new yarn range, Bearford Originals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eSewing the Seeds of Change: Hands on engagement with flax at Edinburgh College of Art\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eImprovised Designs and Mindful Making: A reflection on materials and creativity by artist Gaelle Chassery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatterns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eKnitting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThonnan Top with 3 sleeve options by Katt Weaver, Heather and Hops, using Nervus Fibre Alpaca Lace and a DK weight yarn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eSeeded Fern Wrap by Meg Rodger using her own Hebridean and Cheviot wool from The Birlinn Yarn 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class=\"\"\u003eTwine Bag by Merrian Holland, Mezzacraft, using Nutscene Twine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eDunnet Head Hap by Fay Dashper-Hughes, using The Border Mill North Coast 4 ply\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eMagnolia Cowl from woven pin loom square by Ange Sewell, Weft Blown, using West Yorkshire Spinners The Croft DK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"For The Love Of Yarn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49081026838842,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/9095\/7882\/files\/Issue_3_cover_cropped_jpg.webp?v=1770031994"},{"product_id":"journal-of-scottish-yarn-issue-2","title":"Journal of Scottish Yarn Issue 2","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWelcome to the second issue of The Journal of Scottish Yarns, Autumn \/ Winter 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eContents include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eDi Gilpin: a retrospective on the career - so far - of knitwear designer and Scottish textile advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Princes Trust Future Textiles programme: with specifics from The Library of Knit, a Knitwise project which Di Gilpin worked on culminating in an installation in the arboreteum of Dumfries House in Ayrshire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe origins of Tartan: commemorating the 200\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e anniversary of Gorge IV visit to Edinburgh in 1822\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Silly Sheep Fibre Company: story of 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This issue is inspired by the designer and colourist Bernat Klein with an article written by Alison Harley, Chair of the Bernat Klein Foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnitting and crochet designs are inspired by Klein combining textures and colours in suprising ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd of course lots more about Scottish sheep breeds, from the Bronze Age to the Vikings, the history of the wool industry in Scotland, from the Borders Abbeys to the British Wool Marketing Board, and contemporary projects showcasing Scottish crafts and artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eKnit Designs:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSELKIRK TOP BY SAMRIA HILL A top down knitted tee with motif inspired by the mixed textures and colours of designer Bernat Klein.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBERNAT KLEIN VEST BY EMMA VINING A versatile vest made in sport weight yarn draws on Klein's textured checks and blended shades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSTUDIO WRAP \u0026amp; SCARF BY MADDIE HARVEY This rectangular scarf (or double width wrap) offers an opportunity to play with different yarns to see colour and texture interact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePLAYFUL STITCHES VEST BY SOLVEIGH LASS- EVANS A tabard top with sides ties uses slip stitches to play with colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCOMMONALITY COWL BY JO BINT Basketweave mosaic and textured picot patterns decorate this cowl made using Shetland Wool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWEAVER'S SCARF BY JESS BENNET Inspired by Huguenot weavers from the 17th century and also evoking Klein's textures, this surprising crocheted scarf combines fluffy and smooth yarns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFRANCES TEE BY MANDY MOORE This elegant tee is crafted from the bottom up with Shetland lace, featuring subtle bursts of colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCrochet Designs:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col start=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\"\u003eSUNDERLAND CROCHET TOP BY SAMIRA HILL Inspired by Bernat Klein's woven textiles, especially his mohair tweed, this crochet top is worked from the top down.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHOMAGE VEST BY FAY DASPHER-HUGHES The houndstooth motif Klein often used in his design features on a lightweight, super-soft crocheted vest top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBERNAT KLEIN: PROTECTING A CREATIVE AND CULTURAL LEGACY Alison Harley, chair of the Bernat Klein Foundation, writes a personal reflection in meeting the designer and artist with a lifelong fascination for colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHE EVOLTION OF THE SCOTTISH WOOL INDUSTRY Sheep shaped Scotland - wool went from home craft to the rise and fall of big business. Abbeys, towns and ports helped the industry boom and connect Scotland with towns across Europe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHE FLOCKS OF THE WHITE MONKS From the 12th century the Cistercians established thriving communities across Europe, notably at Melrose Abbey. Carol Richardson tells the story of how their excess wool became the basis of Britain's wool wealth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVEERE: SCOTLAND'S GATEWAY TO EUROPE Convenient geography of a royal marriage made the Dutch fishing port of Veere a vital part of Scotland's prosperity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFORGOTTEN FLEECE TALES A travelling exhibition celebrating Scottish textile arts highlights wool's versatility and cultural significance. Contributions from artists, crafters and scientists showcase the creative potential of repurposed fleece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFIBRE CRAFTS AND FURRY FRIENDS: A RECIPE FOR MINDFULNESS A life of crafts and making led to Lara Armitage founding At Birkhill House a community organisation for improving mental health in the Scottish Borders using caring, creativity and collaboration - and alpacas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDYE WEAVE PLEAT Five kilts inspired by frosty beaches combine the skills of three artisan studios to promote Scotland's textile traditions on an international stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSCOTTISH NATIVE SHEEP BREEDS: A FROLIC THROUGH TIME AND LANDSCAPE From the Bronze Age to the Vikings, Scottish sheep breeds have wild roots in old migrations, island life, mixing genes and evolving agriculture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"For The Love Of Yarn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56937238757754,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/9095\/7882\/files\/the-journal-of-scottish-yarns-summer-2026-cover_4f3e8b31-ea03-48b0-98b1-be51d0ee9990_1024x1024_2x_jpg.webp?v=1780313687"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.fortheloveofyarn.co.uk\/collections\/books-all.oembed?page=3","provider":"For The Love Of Yarn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}