Scottish Plaid

TISSERAND

 SHETLAND ISLANDS - SCOTLAND

They seem to be universally popular in the Shetlands.
The role of this private institution—led by Derek, seen here in his blue work
, a team of knitters working in solidarity, and a handful
of warehouse workers—is central: buying and selling local wool
.
In a warehouse in the hills above Lerwick, shepherds
drop off the fleece from their sheep.

Bales that are weighed, appraised, and sorted.
Quality and color determine prices.
Expertise guaranteed.
Real Shetland Wool is then sent to England, where
it is carefully washed, combed, and spun before returning
to its source in the form of yarns.

“Knitters” (who follow a strict system for protecting
patterns) and weavers come here to stock up.
Sometimes, their finished products will return to be sold in turn.

"Definitely central"..