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Shetland Amenity Trust
United Kingdom
Registrace 11. 11. 2013
Our mission is to safeguard, enhance, and promote Shetland's heritage, ensuring it is accessible to be enjoyed by all. From Shetland Wool Week to environmental improvement initiatives, caring for our archaeology to heritage visitor attractions, cleaning our beaches to planting trees, and conserving our history to delivering events and learning opportunities for all. Everything we do is about caring for heritage on behalf of the Shetland community and making it accessible to all.
Viking Brooch with Jenny Murray, Curator of Collections
SHETLAND ARCHAEOLOGY - VIKING BROOCH
Jenny Murray our Curator of Collections, shares the fascinating story of a Viking Age brooch that was found in Fetlar in 2002. Channel 4's Time Team discovered it during their excavations of a mound which to their surprise uncovered the burial site of a Viking woman of high status.
It’s a truly incredible piece of jewellery and an incredible survivor.
This piece is currently in storage, but that gives us an opportunity to take an even closer look.
Visit the Shetland Museum and Archives to learn more about our Norse heritage and view the impressive collection of Viking jewellery on display.
www.shetlandmuseumandarchives.org.uk/
Jenny Murray our Curator of Collections, shares the fascinating story of a Viking Age brooch that was found in Fetlar in 2002. Channel 4's Time Team discovered it during their excavations of a mound which to their surprise uncovered the burial site of a Viking woman of high status.
It’s a truly incredible piece of jewellery and an incredible survivor.
This piece is currently in storage, but that gives us an opportunity to take an even closer look.
Visit the Shetland Museum and Archives to learn more about our Norse heritage and view the impressive collection of Viking jewellery on display.
www.shetlandmuseumandarchives.org.uk/
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Johnnie Notions, Shetland's Great Inoculator
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The incredible story of 18th century inoculation pioneer and Shetland crofter, Johnnie Notions. A film by Shetland Museum and Archives and Shetland Amenity Trust. Created and produced by JJ Jamieson and Liz Musser. www.shetlandmuseumandarchives.org.uk Funding by The Royal Society through their 'Places of Science' scheme.
Shetland Oo with Alison Rendall
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Alison Rendall has created this short film about the production of Shetland 'oo' and the work that goes in behind the scenes from lambing to a finished "ba o' oo" (ball of wool). Alison - fair_isle_knitting www.SHETLANDWOOLWEEK.com
Reflections of a Lightkeeper
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Reflections from former lightkeeper at Sumburgh Head, Ian Smith, as part of our 200 year celebrations. For 200 years over 120 men lived and worked at Sumburgh Head Lighthouse. Initially there were 2 light keepers and their families, this then increased to 3 keepers with the later addition of the foghorn. Occasional keepers were also employed to cover sickness and holidays. This is the story of ...
Keeping the Light
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For 200 years over 120 men lived and worked at Sumburgh Head Lighthouse. Initially there were 2 light keepers and their families, this then increased to 3 keepers with the later addition of the foghorn. Occasional keepers were also employed to cover sickness and holidays. This is the story of one of the occasional keepers. www.sumburghhead.com/ #HESSupported #ShetlandAmenityTrust #ShetlandHerit...
What is Wool Week?
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Shetland Wool Week is the biggest celebration of Shetland wool and traditional knitting in the world. Every autumn we welcome hundreds of visitors - connected by a curiosity and love of the sustainable natural fibre and their islands' rich textile heritage. In this film we provide an overview of the Shetland Wool Week event - if you have never attended before we hope that after watching you’ll ...
Where is Wool Week?
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In this film we hope to provide you with a good understanding of Shetland as a destination - including how to get here (either by plane or boat) how long it takes, and how to travel around once you arrive. As well as giving you a ‘peerie’ flavour of what to expect when you get here - the history, wildlife and scenery as well as practical info like where to find café and supermarkets. Find us on...
How to Wool Week
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Some people might think it's a daunting prospect preparing for Shetland Wool Week. In this film we have created a 12-step guide on how to go about it - from accommodation and transport to membership and tickets we’ve got you covered. Don't forget to pack your finest knitwear and of course your Wool Week hat! We look forward to seeing you at Shetland Wool Week. Find us online: Facebook - faceboo...
When is Wool Week?
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Shetland Wool Week is held in September but activities and excitement begin to build much earlier in the year. In this film we highlight key dates for your diary beginning with the announcement of the Patron and launch of our official hat pattern in Spring, followed by our annual membership in May with tickets going on sale in June, the festival kicks off in September and the SWW annual is also...
Da Peerie Ooricks
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In this short film local author Ann Marie Anderson tells us more about her Peerie Ooricks storybooks including the three artists who created the illustrations and the importance of using Shetland dialect in her stories. Ann Marie’s exhibition - A’ll Tell Dee a Story - was on display in Da Gadderie at Shetland Museum last year and included over 70 original illustrations and a fantastic display o...
'Very Superstitious' Shetland Folklore Stories for Scotland's Year of Stories 2022
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A series of short films by Shetland Museum and Archives that explore Shetland's rich and unusual folklore stories. Every community has its own tales to tell. These four short films bring traditional themes and tales alive. 'The Fight for the North Sea' 'The Bridegroom and the Skull' 'Peerie Merran's Spoon' 'The Aith Rant' These films have been supported by the Year of Stories 2022 Community Sto...
Shetland Wool Week Annual 2022 - Stjarna Smucks | Alison Rendall
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Looking for a cosy, fast knit - with endless gifting options? Introducing Alison Rendall's Stjarna Smucks in chunky Jamieson of Shetland Heather Aran that are stunning both from above and underneath! In this video Alison explains the inspiration behind the slippers: Shetland winters are notoriously long and hard, however, one aspect that I look forward to is being able to admire the truly dark ...
Shetland Wool Week Annual 2022 - Ristie Poncho | Rachel Hunter
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Inspired by a family holiday to the remote island of Foula, Rachel stayed at the idyllic Ristie self-catering accommodation at the north end of the isle. There she awoke every morning to see Foula sheep grazing in their array of coloured fleeces. In her design Rachel’s used the ‘auld Shell’ lace motif and adapted it to a poncho, with small pompoms to accentuate the lace peaks instead of the mor...
Shetland Wool Week Today - Sunday 2nd October
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In our final broadcast of the week we reflect on the last nine days and discuss the magic of Shetland Wool Week. We speak to Addie Doull of the Shetland Flock Book at the annual Shetland Ram Sale; Manager of Hay’s Dock by the Dowry, Stuart Fox; and hear from SWW patron Linda Shearer as she looks back on the week. Film by Claire White and Molly Williams of Water Dog Reels. Music provided by Clai...
Shetland Wool Week - Shetland Lace with Carol Christiansen
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Join us for a talk with Carol Christiansen about highlights from two centuries of Shetland's fine knitted lace. Subtitles coming soon. Film by Claire White and Molly Williams. Music provided by Claire White and Robbie Leask. www.SHETLANDWOOLWEEK.com
Shetland Wool Week Today - Friday 30th September
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Shetland Wool Week Today - Friday 30th September
Shetland Wool Week Annual 2022 - Sunbeam Dog Coat | Ella Gordon
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Shetland Wool Week Annual 2022 - Sunbeam Dog Coat | Ella Gordon
Shetland Wool Week Today - Thursday 29th September
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Shetland Wool Week Today - Thursday 29th September
Shetland Wool Week Today - Wednesday 28th September 2022
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Shetland Wool Week Today - Wednesday 28th September 2022
Shetland Wool Week Today - Tuesday 27th September
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Shetland Wool Week Today - Tuesday 27th September
SWW Film Series: Colour Blending Inspiration, with Wilma Malcolmson
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SWW Film Series: Colour Blending Inspiration, with Wilma Malcolmson
SWW Film Series: Preparing Shetland Fleece for Hand Spinning, with Sue Arthur
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SWW Film Series: Preparing Shetland Fleece for Hand Spinning, with Sue Arthur
SWW Film Series: Makkin and Yakkin - meet the new generation of Shetland knitters
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SWW Film Series: Makkin and Yakkin - meet the new generation of Shetland knitters
SWW Film Series: Weaving with Edina Szeles
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SWW Film Series: Weaving with Edina Szeles
SWW Film Series: A style of its own - Knitting from Whalsay
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SWW Film Series: A style of its own - Knitting from Whalsay
SWW Film Series: A Shetland Dye Garden - with Bunchy Casey
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SWW Film Series: A Shetland Dye Garden - with Bunchy Casey
SWW Film Series: Wilma Malcolmson - Inspiring Future Generations.
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SWW Film Series: Wilma Malcolmson - Inspiring Future Generations.
SWW Film Series: Stoorbra Socks, Fair Isle Knitting and Shetland with Alison Rendall
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SWW Film Series: Stoorbra Socks, Fair Isle Knitting and Shetland with Alison Rendall
SWW Film Series: A Guide to Rooing with Carol Christiansen
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SWW Film Series: A Guide to Rooing with Carol Christiansen
Shetland Wool Week Today - Monday 26th September
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Shetland Wool Week Today - Monday 26th September
Great video ❤
I enjoyed this video so much!
Bought the pattern but I seem to stuck by the foot. Do not understand
Perfect- thank you!
So beautiful to listen to and watch. I am already a spinner but just learned so much more from watching this. ❤
I don’t know why you are not satisfied with that jumper, it’s beautiful and the colours are lovely. If you hadn’t said it was made of yarn leftovers no one would have guessed. It’s a beautiful tribute to your grandmother.
I love these videos. Thank you so much!
I’ve never attempted fairisle, but have always admired it. Are all garments knitted in the round? It must be lovely to be part of a knitting community. Really enjoyed your video. Very interesting and informative. Thank you.
Such an informative episode. Where is Bunchy's online shop? Beautiful natural colours from herbage.
The best method and explanation I’ve seen Thankyou
How inspiring is nature!
Just finished knitting my Fairag cardigan. Really enjoyed knitting this, the garment is so pretty and practical and I love wearing it. Thank you Elizabeth
Beautiful! Thank you for sharing your gardens and world!
What a joy! Fantastic exploration of the knitting, complete treat to hear it spakin in Shetland ❤
Stunning colours and designs, thank you for sharing as a keen knitter I will look up your patterns. ❤
thanks so much :)
Two wonderful ladies who are inspiring their community to continue with the knitting heritage of Shetland. Fab video. Thank you ❤
Wonderful video Alison your knitting sock part reminded me of knitting baby booties for my now adult sons all those years ago. Keep enjoying your life and knitting. Warmest regards from Australia
Thanks so much! This is the clearest, most thought-out video I've seen. If I don't understand what is happening in the instructions, how can I fix a mistake? Or alter for a different size? This is brilliant! I'm subscribing! ❤
Such a very interesting video!
Thank goodness knitting has survived the trials of our times. I learned as a child and have taught a few of my children.
Loved this video and wish you happiness and success with your croft, Rachel. ❤
Thank you for sharing,top of my wishlist to come and spin on the Shetland isles,keep it up ladies from south East Ireland ❤
Just, beautiful. Thank you Alison ❤
Greetings from Canada! This video filled a hole in my knowledge I hadn't noticed until recently - I was teaching knitting to my daughter's class at school, and at her request I brought in my ring shawl to show the class when I brought in some other examples of things that I had knit for inspiration. Some of the students had wanted to know how the lace would have been used traditionally, and the best I could give was that it was exported, it was knit for income. I really appreciate hearing about how the lace was used, because now I can answer that when it comes up next.
This is wonderful, thank you so much!!
I was thinking when Bunchy was saying that she felt sad when she poured the hot water over the flowers, really she is just giving those flowers an exteneded life. Now their color can live on for so much longer in the yarn that she is dyeing. Flowers are here today and gone tomorrow, but the dyed wool will last for ever so much longer. And if the flowers could feel or think, how happy they would be knowing that their beauty is continuing to bring joy to others long after they would have faded from memory if not for Bunchy's work and love.
Thank you so much, that was excellent.
So lovely-knitting, history, scenic landscapes and poetry in one!! Thank you! I am amazed how they use such a different knitting technique to the one I was taught in the Swedish school over fifty years ago. We ise what I thinknis called continental knitting. This Shetland technique , with the knotting belt(?)seems faster and leaves more room for the hands to steer the two strands of wool. Would be very interesting to learn!
Lovely inspiring film ,thankyou. Ive been to shetland, lovely place and lovely people.
Absolutely beautiful craft. Idk which way to go and ask my money gone to taxes
Thank you. Do you have a video on betsy joint, I can't figure out how to do it.
So you do use shorter needles for gloves! I just learned to use a belt, but I’ve always used short needles for fingers!
Thank You from Germany. I am a spinning Beginner and love to learn from the Best. ❤
Where can I find your patterns?
my patterns are on Ravelry, thanks for your interest:)
I love this! I’ll be in Shetland this June and I would love to buy the pattern and the wool there.
I’m going to Shetland in June on a knitting tour. It would be great to meet you. You are a wonderful knitter.❤️
Beautiful tutorial! Thank you.
A wonderful podcast
Thank you for sharing this artifact.
It is lovely to have a chance to see (and learn about) objects held in store. More please!
Wonderful details. Thank you!
This video has been so helpful to me! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience with us! I had been following written patterns for gloves, but was having trouble with the gaps between the fingers. Your technique is amazing and worked so well!
The Shetland colors seem to be ones that men will wear, which makes sense, since jumpers were functional garments. I found your comment about the American market wanting brighter colors being chalked up to "the customer is always right" humorous. I guess I'm a typical American in wanting more colors. As a seamstress of almost 60 years, I have found that younger people are discovering home sewing, but most of the women of my generation rejected the traditional home economics sewing. I knitted a little as a child (although not the yokes your students mastered). Now that I'm retired, I've been returning to knitting and select projects that will teach me something new. I wonder if your children learned to knit as you did, to keep the tradition going.
I watched this to keep me company as I’m attempting to recreate a 1940s Tyrolean cardigan. Thank you so much for this beautiful film.
So glad to see your video. I worked as a staff nurse in Shetland in the sixties. Ihave many happy memories of my time there. Im 84 now, however i plan to visit this summer with my husband and daughter.
how lovely to hear you will make it back for a visit. I started nursing in the Gilbert Bain Hospital in the 80's.