Product knowledge

tartan

What is a tartan? A woolen cloth woven in one of several patterns of colored checks and intersecting lines, particularly associated with a particular Scottish clan. The Scottish Register of Ta...

Lambswool

Lamb's wool comes from the first shearing of sheep at around seven months of age. It has the properties of being soft and elastic and is used for high-quality textiles.

Oak wood

The oak is a deciduous tree or shrub in the beech family that can be deciduous or evergreen. It is typically large and slow-growing and can live up to thousands of years. The wood is strong and har...

Sustainable

At The Scottish Shop, all our products meet strict criteria and reflect our commitment to sustainability and quality. Our products are: Made in Scotland Across our entire product range we only...

tweed

What is a tweed? Tweed is a textile fabric made of wool, which is said to come from the Scottish word tweel, which is synonymous with the English word twill and describes a type of weave that is...

cashmere

More about Kashmir Knowing more about cashmere will help you better appreciate your cashmere clothing and accessories and provide better advice on your next purchase. While cashmere is a well-kn...