CraftWhy Water Matters in Cashmere: Loch Leven and the River Teviot in Scotland
Cashmere quality depends on more than fiber grade. In Scotland, the soft water of Loch Leven and the River Teviot plays a critical role—at spinning and at fi...
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The Loden: How a Classic Sweatshirt Was Rebuilt in Scottish Cashmere
The Loden is a 4-ply cashmere crewneck built with sweatshirt inspired construction: a saddle shoulder, a refined V-insert, and a tubular knit hem and cuff, knitted in Hawick from Grade A Todd & Duncan yarn.
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CraftCashmere Ply & Gauge Explained: 2-Ply vs 4-Ply vs 8-Ply
Ply is the number of yarn strands twisted together to spin cashmere. 2-ply is light and breathable, 4-ply is the everyday winter weight, 8-ply is the heavies...
CraftThe Bruce: Our Heavyweight Icon of Scottish Cashmere
The Bruce 8-Ply Shawl Cardigan is a heavyweight in every sense—crafted in Scotland from 100% Todd & Duncan cashmere. With its classic shawl collar and he...
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