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The designs here are rich in texture, color, and shape, but it's the philosophy behind the knitwear—Niela Nell Kalra makes it for the day you feel your worst—that makes it so desirable. Most of the pieces are made to be worn in multiple ways, meaning you get three pieces for the price of one.
The Peerie (Shetland for "small") Shop sells a colorful mix of knitwear, cards, ceramics, and interesting---and, yes, small---miscellanea.
On Commercial Street in the heart of Lerwick, Anderson & Co. carries hand-knitted cardigans, jumpers, Shetland lace scarves, sheepskin slippers, and woven throws.
Not only can you purchase designer knitwear with traditional patterns at Judith Glue, but there are also handmade crafts and tons of local produce, as well as the eat-on-site Real Food Café.
