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This is a BRAND-NEW Knitting Tour Starting April 3, 2025!
Their knitting tours combine general and craft-based sightseeing with knitting workshops and local craft demonstrations.
All knitting tours are operated by luxury touring coach and have an experienced tour guide.
10 Glorious Knitting Nights!
- Shetland Spring Knit (with Scotland) Shetland Spring Knit
- 3 Apr 2025 - BRAND NEW!
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Get ready for a 10-night knitting adventure like no other in the Shetland Islands, renowned for their rich knitting heritage. This tour offers the chance to learn from celebrated local instructors, mastering techniques such as Fair Isle, the Shetland Knitting Belt, and Shetland Lace. Starting in Edinburgh, you’ll visit Dovecot Studio, explore the Scottish Textiles Showcase, and get to know fellow travelers over a welcome dinner before heading to Aberdeen and then embarking on an overnight ferry to Lerwick, Shetland.
Over five days in Shetland, immerse yourself in breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture. Enjoy half-day workshops, visit iconic yarn shops like Jamieson and Smith Wool Brokers, and meet the sheep on a farm visit. Discover the Shetland Museum and Archives, the Shetland Textile Museum, and watch jewelry-making experts at Shetland Jewlery. You’ll explore historic sites like Jarlshof, join local knitting circles, and soak in the island’s stunning scenery.
After these unforgettable days, the journey continues with a ferry back to Aberdeen and stops at Scone Palace and Askival of Strathearn Kilt Makers before returning to Edinburgh. A day trip to the New Lanark Mill, a visit to the Ginger Twist Studio & Yarn Shop, and a Scotch Whisky Experience round off this celebration of knitting, culture, and the natural beauty of Scotland.
Book Your Knitting Tour!
Expedia.comHere's What's Included
- Complimentary private transfers on arrival and departure
- Luxury coach with an experienced driver
- Accredited Scotland Blue Badge Guide throughout
- Return Shetland Northlink Ferry with Ensuite Cabin, Dinner and Breakfast
- Ensuite Hotel Accommodation for 10 nights
- Full Breakfast daily
- Additional 6 x 3 course hotel dinners
- 6 x 2 course lunches
- Farewell Dinner at the Amber Restaurant in Edinburgh
- All your knitting and craft workshops including materials, yarn AND your own knitting belt!
- Yarn store shopping throughout on the mainland and Jamieson & Smith, Jamiesons of Shetland and Midwinter Yarns on Shetland!
- Dovecot Studio Visit and See the Weavers at Work
- V& A Design Gallery Tour
- New Lanark Mill Heritage Experience
- Dyeing Demo and shopping at Ginger Twist Studio of Edinburgh
- Fun with the Silly Sheep Fibre Company
- Bonhoga Gallery and Bookstore
- Fair Isle Knitting with Harmari Design
- The beauty of Shetland Lace with Elizabeth Johnston
- How to use a Shetland Knitting Belt with Janette Budge (includes knitting belt!)
- Evening knitting circles with local instructors
- Explore Jarlshof Ancient Settlement and look for puffins at Sumburgh Head!
- Visit to Burra Bears Studio to see how the iconic bears are made
- Meet the gang at Nielanell Contemporary knitting design
- See Shetland Jewlery Crafters at Work
- Askival of Strathearn Kilt Making Demonstration
- Guided Tour of Shetland Textile Museum
- Curator Led Textile Talk and Exhibits at Shetland Museum and Archives
- Shetland Rural Experience including the gorgeous Shetland Ponies!
- Visit to the iconic Scone Palace
- Scotch Whisky Experience in Edinburgh
Workshops and Knitting Activities Included in This Tour:
- Fair Isle Knitting Class with Hamari Design
- Shetland Lace Knitting Class with Elizabeth Johnston
- Shetland Knitting Belt Class includes belt and needles with Janette Budge
- Visit to Silly Sheep Fiber Company - Meet the Sheep, Learn the Process and Get the Yarn
- Shopping at Jamieson & Smith Wool Brokers, Jamiesons of Shetland, Midwinter Yarns, Wool for Ewe and more!
- Evening Knitting Circles
- Nielanell Shetland Designer Visit
- The Scottish Textile Showcase, Edinburgh
- Evening Pop Up Shop for Shetland Knitting Accessories
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