Jamieson's of Shetland
Jamieson's of Shetland is a family owned knitwear and yarn company from the Shetland Islands, founded in 1893 by Robert Jamieson. It spins 100% Shetland wool at its own mill and is known for traditional Fair Isle knitwear.
| Founded | 1893 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Robert Jamieson |
| Mill | Sandness, Shetland (since 1981) |
| Ownership | Family owned, fifth generation |
| Website | jamiesonsofshetland.co.uk |
What is Jamieson's of Shetland?
Jamieson's of Shetland is a family owned wool business from the Shetland Islands in Scotland, now in its fifth generation and managed by Peter Jamieson and his son Garry. It produces yarn, knitwear, fabrics and blankets.
History
Robert Jamieson founded the business in 1893 in Sandness, on Shetland's west coast, to sell Shetland knitwear beyond the islands. A shop opened in Lerwick in 1952. The company developed a 100% Shetland yarn in 1978 and opened its own mill in Sandness in 1981, handling every stage of yarn production from fleece grading to balling. It was also an early adopter of computerised knitting.
Products and positioning
- Knitwear, especially traditional Fair Isle garments
- Hand knitting yarns in 100% Shetland wool, including Spindrift and Shetland Heather
- Fabrics and blankets made on knitting machines and weaving looms
Why it matters
Jamieson's is one of the few companies to control the full chain from local fleece to finished knitwear on Shetland, making it a reference point for authentic Shetland wool and Fair Isle production.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Jamieson's of Shetland from?
Jamieson's is from the Shetland Islands in Scotland, with its mill in Sandness on the west coast.
What does Jamieson's of Shetland make?
It makes 100% Shetland wool yarns, traditional Fair Isle knitwear, fabrics and blankets.