Shetland Wool Adventures

06/02/2026

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Escape to the windswept beauty of Shetland — without leaving your armchair. Our beloved Shetland Wool Adventures Journal is now 50% OFF — including our already-discounted bundles!
📖 What's inside each stunning volume:
🧶 6 exclusive knitting patterns from local Shetland designers
📸 Breathtaking photography of rugged landscapes & island life
🏛️ 6,000 years of history & heritage stories
🥾 Walks & hidden archaeological sites
🍽️ Hearty recipes from a Shetland kitchen
👥 Intimate interviews with local makers & knitters
📚 Book reviews & literary excerpts

"Substantial in every sense of the word, this publication is a truly beautiful thing" — Kate Davies, Scotland-based knitwear designer

Started with love during the pandemic to keep the connection alive when travel wasn't possible. Every contributor lives, loves, and breathes Shetland.

Over 25,000 copies sold worldwide from Alaska to Australia!

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Whether you're planning your first trip to Shetland, reliving cherished memories, or simply adore Fair Isle knitting and island stories, this is your invitation to feel amongst friends.

29/01/2026

Our new short video captures the essence of Shetland: Your Essential Travel Guide, created by people who live and breathe the islands. For the next few days only, enjoy £5 off with code PLAN26 — perfect if you’re starting to plan a future Shetland adventure. Watch the video below or get your copy of the guidebook at www.60northpublishing.com/shop

Shetland is a place that stays with you.Where rugged cliffs meet the Atlantic, where ancient Norse and Scottish heritage intertwine, and where light, weather...

08/09/2025

Turned 44 last week ✨ and I’m still sitting with the feeling. This year feels different — slower, quieter, more about presence than striving. I’m learning to want less noise and more stillness, and to notice the beauty right in front of me.
I wrote a little reflection on my Postcards from Shetland Substack - if you’d like to have a read, the line is in the profile.

Also, if you’re looking for a good book recommendation, I’ve just finished The Place of Tides by James Rebanks. It was the perfect companion for a birthday pause. It’s a lyrical reminder of resilience, tradition, and the small, steady work that truly matters.

One thought from the book I’ll carry with me into the upcoming year: we have to show up day in, day out, for years and years, doing the work… It is the only way we can make our own tiny deeds add up to become the change we all need.

Grateful for 44 years, for this book, and for the gift of slowing down. 🌊📖

08/09/2025

Summer is slipping into autumn, but we’re still making the most of these bright days — soaking up the sunshine, walking, and noticing the little shifts that come with the change of season.
✨ If you’d like to read more, I’ve shared a new piece on my Postcards from Shetland Substack — a September reflection about the shifting seasons, the end of tour days, and the adventures ahead. It’s a mix of journal notes, photographs, and small seasonal moments that I hope will bring you a little pause and inspiration.
Link in the bio 🔝

07/07/2025

Another truly amazing group – what a joy it was to spend this unforgettable time together! Between the peaceful rhythm of our knitting sessions and the breathtaking beauty of hiking through Shetland’s wild landscapes, every moment felt special. So many laughs, stories shared, and memories made. Thank you, ladies, for bringing such warmth, creativity, and adventurous spirit to this journey. Until next time!🧶🥾🐑

24/06/2025

Another wonderful Shetland Wool Adventures group – such a joy to spend time with this lovely bunch of ladies from Ohio! 🧶✨ Safe travels and thank you for bringing your warmth and enthusiasm to Shetland.

08/06/2025

What does it really take to organise a knitting tour in Shetland? Part logistics puzzle, part weather gambling, part faith that everything will work out.

Our first Knitting & Hiking tour of the season just wrapped up, and I’m still processing all the magic - from persistent rain in Mousa to glorious sunshine at Culswick, from ancient brochs to contemporary makers, from raw wool processing to fine Shetland lace knitting.

There’s something special about putting half a dozen makers from around the world together in these islands that creates bonds extending far beyond the week itself. Whether you’re getting drenched in a Shetland downpour or discovering the intricacies of traditional techniques, it’s the shared experiences that make it unforgettable.

I’ve written about the beautiful chaos, the incredible people, and why these tours mean so much to me. Link in bio for the full story.

📷 Photo credits SWA Knitting & Hiking guests - thank you so much!

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04/06/2025

The first Knitting & Hiking 🧶🥾 group of the season was nothing short of epic! Shetland weather threw everything at us - wild gale-force winds, a day of solid rain, but also some glorious sunshine.

We explored Shetland’s most wonderful corners:
• The ancient Broch of Mousa (built c.100 BC) with
• with its bird colonies and puffins
• Dramatic Eshaness cliffs & blowholes and the rugged beauty of Northmavine
• Beautifully picturesque Culswick at the Westside
• Shetland sheep & ponies with and

And learned from the best:
• Colour inspiration from the landscape, Shetland haps, as well as a natural dyeing class with
• Mood boards and colour with Joanna at Ninian
• Fair Isle techniques with
• Yarn production process at
• Wool sorting and grading with at
• Shetland lace and with
• Pattern inspiration from and her Shetland knitwear collection.

And we were looked after wonderfully at the by the amazing and enjoyed her delicious food. And of course this amazing adventure was expertly led by Gill, our guide and driver extraordinaire.

From ancient brochs to vintage knitwear collections, from archaeological walks to cozy knitting circles - this group embraced every adventure!

What a wonderful bunch this was - thank you for being such a magical group! Already dreaming of our next island adventure.

07/05/2025

Spent the morning packing up goodie bags for our next Shetland Wool Adventures group—one of my favourite pre-tour rituals. I’m so looking forward to meeting this week’s lovely group tonight and spending the week together, sharing Shetland sights, knitting, stories, good food, and most importantly, laughter and good company. Let the Shetland adventure begin! 🧶🐑🥾☕️🍰

03/05/2025

April in Shetland brought slow mornings, sea swims, and the start of a brand new tour season. In this week’s “Postcards from Shetland” post, I’m sharing highlights from our first knitting tour of 2025—a week filled with wool, crofting, connection, and the energising rhythm of Shetland’s early spring.

We travelled from the Westside to Unst and back again, meeting inspiring makers and crofters, knitting mini haps with , learning about native Shetland sheep at , and enjoying Fair Isle and lace knitting classes with some of Shetland’s finest knitters and teachers . There were sea views, wildlife sightings, home-cooked meals by the wonderful at the cosy and the kind of conversations that only happen when you slow down together. And we loved visiting as well as .skinner

These tours are about so much more than knitting—they’re about the people, places, and stories that make Shetland so special.

Read the full post and see the photos over on Substack—link in bio.🔝

And don’t forget: our May offer is live now—50% off all Shetland Wool Adventures Journals, including digital versions and bundles that are heavily discounted already! CODE: MAY50

20/04/2025

A busy weekend getting everything ready for the upcoming season! We’ve been hard at work in our beautiful old building tucked away in the heart of Lerwick’s historic lanes — full of character, charm, and stories waiting to be shared. 🙌🏻

01/04/2025

🥾 🧭📍Spontaneous Day Trips: Exploring Shetland’s Coastline

One of my favourite things to do is take spur-of-the-moment day trips to different parts of Shetland. Whether it’s heading north to Unst for a day, exploring the rugged coastline of Eshaness, or discovering a small beach I haven’t been to before, these little adventures always bring something special.

With Shetland’s coastline stretching for almost 1,700 miles, there is never a shortage of walks to choose from. Every corner of the islands has a path leading somewhere spectacular—whether it’s a dramatic clifftop route, a winding coastal trail, or a quiet sandy cove tucked away from sight.

A good day trip often starts with no exact plan—just a packed picnic, a flask of coffee, good hiking boots, and a willingness to explore. Sometimes it means driving until a place feels right, other times it’s revisiting a familiar spot and seeing it in a new light.

The best part? Knowing that no matter where we go, there’s always a breathtaking view, a quiet moment to take in the vast sky and sea, and a sense of being truly present in the landscape.

✨📘Discover the magic of Shetland with Shetland: Your Essential Travel Guide, a beautifully produced guidebook written by and published by . Packed with stunning photography, insider tips, and in-depth knowledge, this book is your key to exploring Shetland’s breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture. From spotting puffins and whales to uncovering hidden beaches and must-visit knitting shops, this essential companion ensures you make the most of your adventure. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning traveller, let this guide lead you to Shetland’s best-kept secrets.