Harris Tweed problems
Posted: Monday, 09 July 2007 |
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Weavers and millworkers in the Harris Tweed industry in Lewis have reacted with horror to the announcement that a large order has been refused by industry owner Mr Haggas, as I quoted in previous post. .
A cooperative may now be set up independently to safeguard the continuity of the industry. One mill remains outside the realm of formerly Mackenzie's mills, which is the wee place over at Carloway. Their current market segment has been put at around 5%, and they're only working 3 days a week. My info may be out of date.
I hope this venture does win through, otherwise the Harris Tweed industry is down the tubes.
Posted on Arnish Lighthouse at 11:18
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Hello again A.L.....I am really surprised at this downturn in Harris Tweed ...Last year in New York there was a Highly Acclaimed Fashion show featuring Harris Tweed with the greatest reviews ever........ I'd say the P.R. segement (if there is such a thing) of this industry is NOT doing their job too well. Your posts A.L. are excellant I enjoy them all, Good luck with all.................frodo
frodo the scot from utica michigan
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