[Alex MacDonald, coordinator, Between Islands]

At one time the sight – and sound – of the Hattersley, or single width loom, was common in Lewis and Harris. However, in recent years a move to the use of double width looms has meant the Hattersley is now a rarity, and kept in use by just a small number of weavers. 

This week’s film takes a look at the workings of the Hattersley, and features an interview with weaver Kenny Maclennan.  As the use of our native languages is particularly important when recording these working practices on our islands, the interview is in Gaelic. (with English subtitles).