Shetland knitwear, but not as you know it
Contemporary in design and colour, Nielanell Shetland knitwear is individually made and hand-finished by local craftspeople in Scotland's Shetland Islands—home to a rich knitting heritage.
Always making, our designer Niela Nell Kalra also produces collections of unique handspun yarn.
About us
Our island knitwear design studio
Nielanell was established in Hoswick, in 2008, by textile designer Niela Nell Kalra.
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Meet the designer
From lawyer to knitwear designer
A change of career brought Niela Nell Kalra to Shetland, and into the world of knitwear.
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Visit Nielanell
In person & virtually
We are based in Hoswick, a small village in the South Mainland of Shetland. Visit the studio shop or make a virtual trip!
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Contemporary knitwear
From new takes on traditional Shetland knitwear, to original and unusual garments
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The design process
Niela Nell Kalra, founder of Nielanell, on her approach to knitwear design and making
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Ethos & Sustainability
Our sustainable Scottish knitwear is designed for wearing, not for trend following
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Shetland Craft Christmas Fair
The Shetland Art & Craft Association Christmas Fair is back, this time over two weekends at Mareel, Lerwick.
Live from Nielanell : Digital Craft Festival
Join us for a live studio tour on Saturday 13th November. We are delighted to be taking part in this year's weekend-long Digital Craft Festival
What 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