The Journal of Scottish Yarns - Issue 6 - Autumn / Winter 2024 [print & digital] Star Spinner WITH CHERRIES ON TOP Isla

WITH CHERRIES ON TOP Isla Top: A lace pattern inspired by Scots pine trees creates this light summer top

I wanted to feature a native Scottish breed so this yarn is a blend of 60% BFL and 40% Hebridean fleece

Green and red base speckled with blues

Designed using Dystopic Fibres 4 ply yarn

The Wee Yarn Company is a very apt description and space is limited

The Journal of Scottish Yarns - Issue 6 - Autumn / Winter 2024 [print & digital] Star Spinner WITH CHERRIES ON TOP IslaWelcome to Issue 6 of The Journal of Scottish Yarns. In this issue we look at the question: Why is Scotland famous for cashmere? And more! Contents: CARDINALS, CASHMERE & CAMELS The rarity of cashmere makes it so special and more besides. CAPRICIOUS CASHMERE The Scottish Cashmere Producers Association was decades ahead of its time. SECURING CHAINS OF INNOVATION AND TRADITION: Established in the 18th century, Johnstons of Elgin survived when so many