Just thought I'd post about my latest idea for kit which arrived today. I'm a big fan of both wool and British firms/British made kit.
We were in Guernsey recently visiting friends and paid one of the companies that makes Guernseys a visit. I was after something green and thought they only had bottle and olive options but when there found they had a loden yarn too. Turns out Guernsey Woollens are happy to sell standard or make customised kit- I ordered one with longer sleeves and extra length in the body for a few quid more than a standard one so it's a bit like a smock in some regards. They can also do thumb loops, roll necks (wish I'd gone for those) and probably more that I'm not aware of. I'm really looking forward to using this stalking/generally out and about/wearing it into the ground and thought it might be of interest to others.
The wool they source is British and Australian which was a minus point for me (sorry JG!) as I'd prefer to know it's British Wool, but I've otherwise been pleased so far. It's cheaper if you get it whilst visiting the Island as there's no VAT there (although you've got the cost of visiting!) and they can potentially make them on short notice if you give them a day or two.
They do woolly hats and other bits as well.
www.guernseywoollens.com
We were in Guernsey recently visiting friends and paid one of the companies that makes Guernseys a visit. I was after something green and thought they only had bottle and olive options but when there found they had a loden yarn too. Turns out Guernsey Woollens are happy to sell standard or make customised kit- I ordered one with longer sleeves and extra length in the body for a few quid more than a standard one so it's a bit like a smock in some regards. They can also do thumb loops, roll necks (wish I'd gone for those) and probably more that I'm not aware of. I'm really looking forward to using this stalking/generally out and about/wearing it into the ground and thought it might be of interest to others.
The wool they source is British and Australian which was a minus point for me (sorry JG!) as I'd prefer to know it's British Wool, but I've otherwise been pleased so far. It's cheaper if you get it whilst visiting the Island as there's no VAT there (although you've got the cost of visiting!) and they can potentially make them on short notice if you give them a day or two.
They do woolly hats and other bits as well.
Guernsey Woollens | Guernsey Jumpers, Sweaters & Knitwear
Guernsey Woollens Ltd. manufactures and sells authentic Guernsey Jumpers from right here in the Channel Islands using a careful blend of traditional methods.
www.guernseywoollens.com
