Howlin' returns this Autumn/Winter with another selection of their renowned 'Shaggy Bear' knitwear. These double brush woollen knits hail exclusively from Scotland, meticulously crafted by skilled artisans. Every Shaggy Bear receives the individual and caring touch it deserves, from the very first precise stitch to the delicate art of pressing and folding.
What truly sets it apart is the distinctive Shetland yarn Howlin' co-created with a local Scottish spinner, resulting in an array of captivating colour blends that are nothing short of extraordinary. Diverging from the rest of the world, the brand have cultivated our own knitting process, all within the confines of a quaint single-roof operation. From the initial fleece cleaning, sourced from local crofters, to the vibrant dyeing of the wool, the meticulous yarn spinning, and, finally, the crafting of this authentic Shaggy Bear.
Following the knitting and a gentle wash in pure, local freshwater, each Shaggy Bear embarks on a unique journey through a vintage brushing machine, meticulously designed to lift and gracefully pull the fibres, yielding a luxuriously loose and effortlessly relaxed shaggy texture. The secret lies in the exclusive use of traditional teasels, a natural wonder, as no synthetic brush can ever replicate the distinctive and intricate brushing finesse that these teasels deliver.
It is this intricate series of processes that ultimately grants the Shaggy Bear its unparalleled softness, evoking the most sublime natural Shetland sensation. Shop our latest selection of Shaggy knits & our full Howlin' collection below, available online & in-store at Stuarts London.
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