The Journal of Scottish Yarns - Issue 6 - Autumn / Winter 2024 [print & digital] Mirknen THE SPELLBOUND DOODLE is inspired

THE SPELLBOUND DOODLE is inspired by magic spells and apothecaries

and butterflies

While inspired by Christian women writers and thinkers

MEET THE MAKERS: SCOTTISH TEXTILE SHOWCASE Bringing far-flung Scottish textiles to Edinburgh visitors and sharing their stories along the way

IOLAIR YARN Common Blue Shawl: Colours and shapes of a butterfly motif inspire this kite shaped shawl

The Journal of Scottish Yarns - Issue 6 - Autumn / Winter 2024 [print & digital] Mirknen THE SPELLBOUND DOODLE is inspiredWelcome to Issue 6 of The Journal of Scottish Yarns. In this issue we look at the question: Why is Scotland famous for cashmere? And more! Contents: CARDINALS, CASHMERE & CAMELS The rarity of cashmere makes it so special and more besides. CAPRICIOUS CASHMERE The Scottish Cashmere Producers Association was decades ahead of its time. SECURING CHAINS OF INNOVATION AND TRADITION: Established in the 18th century, Johnstons of Elgin survived when so many