Shetland knitwear, but not as you know it
Ethos & Sustainability
Read moreNielanell Shetland knitwear is individually made and hand-finished by local craftspeople.
The Shetland Islands, Scotland's northmost archipelago, are home to a rich knitting heritage.
Knitting is still part of daily life here. Working in her own contemporary style, designer Niela Nell Kalra is part of Shetland’s vibrant textile community.
Contemporary knitwear
Browse all knitwearHairst in Hoswick
Autumn colour around our village in the South Mainland of Shetland.
Shetland Arts & Crafts Association Fair
We'll be up in Lerwick Friday 1 to Sunday 3 November for the huge and inspiring annual fair for Shetland's makers.
Shetland Wool Week: Hoswick Makkers' Drop-in
Bring your makkin (knitting), spinning or crochet and join us on Sunday 6th October for a relaxed drop-in session at Hoswick Visitor Centre.
Shetland Wool Week 2024: full programme at Nielanell
Welcome to our SWW 2024 programme. This year, Shetland Wool Week runs Sun 29 Sept - Sat 5 Oct. Find our event listings and opening hours below, along with information...
The design process
ReadWhat you say...
NOT fast fashion but quality lifetime wear.
Nielanell customer, 2021
I wear one of your jackets when I want to feel powerful
Julie, 2021
I so very much appreciate the design aspect of each line - unique and clearly well considered
Nielanell customer, 2021