Breanish Tweed

Iain Finlay comes from a family with a long weaving tradition, and indeed both his parents are involved in making Breanish Tweed. Iain Finlay is also an award winning writer and film director, whose work has been shown in a number of European countries.

www.iainfmacleod.com

Donald John Macleod (or Zebo) is a weaver with over forty years experience. He joined the Merchant Navy when he was sixteen and spent much of his career working on the oilrigs of the North Sea. Like many islanders, he would weave when he was at home on leave.

Chrissie Macleod is our designer. Between herself and her husband Donald they have a great wealth of knowledge about weaving.

Karin Slater is our expert warper and darner. She is also an apprentice weaver.

The other members of our team are Christina Macleod, who is in charge of production and Murdo Smith, a weaver with over forty years experience.