Harris Tweed
Harris Tweed is a tweed cloth that is handwoven by islanders at their homes in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland, finished in the Outer Hebrides, and made from pure virgin wool dyed and spun in the Outer Hebrides. This definition, quality standards and protection of the Harris Tweed name are set out in the Harris Tweed Act 1993.[1]
This manufacture protects the reputation of a cloth which is famous for being wind-resistant.
Harris Tweed Media
Harris Tweed weaver, c. 1960
The lichen Parmelia saxatilis, a lichen known as "crottle", gave a deep red colour and distinctive scent to older Harris Tweed fabrics
A crofting village on the Isle of Lewis
Harris Tweed Orb Mark as label.
Stamping Harris Tweed with the Orb Mark
The Orb stamp on Harris Tweed
+Harris Tweed Sakko - Ausschnitt mit Lederknopf - Bild 001
Handbag made using Harris Tweed
References
- ↑ "Harris Tweed Act 1993 (c. xi)". Legislation.gov.uk. 2011-07-04. Retrieved 2015-08-01.