Harris Tweed

**Jock Scot** · 5th May 08, 03:37 AM

According to the "Oban Times"01/05/08 the Harris Tweed mill at Shawbost are making 36 people redundant.It is still tough out there for the Harris Tweed trade.

**Sheep In Wolf's Clothing** · 5th May 08, 05:32 AM

I saw this on STV. It's sad; the company said that it was mainly concentrating on high end sport coats. I know the textile industries in North America have taken a big hit; I hope Harris Tweed can survive.
Sara

**McMurdo** · 5th May 08, 08:39 AM

Very sad news, Harris Tweed has always been there, my favourite Argyll Jacket is from Harris Tweed, I certainly hope they can turn the corner.

**Clockwork John** · 5th May 08, 01:12 PM

Doesn't Matt Newsome offer kilts in Harris Tweed? Those of us who are able to should all put in an order and help support the industry. I may just spend my tax rebate check on one...

**ardchoille** · 5th May 08, 01:17 PM

Originally Posted by Crusty

Doesn't Matt Newsome offer kilts in Harris Tweed? Those of us who are able to should all put in an order and help support the industry. I may just spend my tax rebate check on one...

Now that's an excellent idea.

**M. A. C. Newsome** · 5th May 08, 03:57 PM

Originally Posted by Crusty

Doesn't Matt Newsome offer kilts in Harris Tweed? Those of us who are able to should all put in an order and help support the industry. I may just spend my tax rebate check on one...

Why, I surely do:
http://kilts.albanach.org/tweeds.html

I also offer, through the museum gift shop, kilt jackets & vests in Harris Tweed, as well as yardage:
http://giftshop.scottishtartans.org/harris_tweed.html

And I'm working to develop the line to include Harris tweed kilt-cut shooting jacket and Harris tweed Inverness capes, as well. More on that as I get the details worked out, but be alert!

I love Harris tweed cloth, have three Harris tweed kilts myself, and really want to support the industry (which is largely family run).
M