Shetland
This association of handicrafts producers publishes a brochure detailing the places around the islands where you can stop to observe spinners, weavers and…
Must-see shopping in Orkney & Shetland
Kirkwall
This excellent produce shop in a noble old central building has fine Orkney meat, fish and cheeses and is perfect for finding posh picnic fare or an…
Kirkwall
Orkney's best-known jewellery designer creates some exquisite pieces seemingly lit from within. She draws on local traditions and storytelling for her…
Orkney
The Orkney Wine Company has handmade wines produced with berries, flowers and vegetables, all naturally fermented. Get stuck into some strawberry-rhubarb…
Shetland
Shetland's mixed Scandinavian and Celtic heritage is in evidence in the symbols used here. Gold and silver jewellery of high quality can be browsed in…
Orkney
Leila Thomson's sweeping tapestry creations channel Orkney's landscapes and seascapes, as do her daughter's paintings, in this gallery three miles from…
Kirkwall
This jewellery store features the work of three Orcadian designers, with their beautiful earrings, brooches and necklaces inspired by local landscapes and…
Kirkwall
The Longship, established in 1859, has Orkney-made crafts, food, gifts and exquisite designer jewellery across adjacent shops.
Kirkwall
This absorbing shop has some fine handmade knitwear as well as an eclectic range of Orkney crafts and souvenirs.
Kirkwall
This bookshop, located on Kirkwall's main shopping street, has a great selection of local books and newspapers.
Shetland
This spinning mill specialises in producing yarn from native Shetland sheep. As well as seeing the mill at work, you can buy yarn for knitting, or…
Lerwick
The amazing chocolate creations of this little high-street shop bring a touch of colour and sparkle to even the bleakest Shetland day. The name is a local…
Orkney
One of many craft shops along the main street of Stromness, this likeable grotto covers a lot of bases, offering quality local artwork, woollen items,…
Lerwick
On Lerwick's main shopping strip, this spot offers you the chance to browse and buy the creations of Shetland Jewellery from West Mainland.
Lerwick
This well-established high-street shop and workshop produces high-quality traditional and modern soaps and skincare products, many using local Shetland…
Lerwick
On Lerwick's picturesque main shopping street, this place has every book you could possibly want to read about Shetland, plus a good children's section.
