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Our snug Sanquhar-pattern scarves are a firm favourite in the local community and make an ideal gift. Knitted in the traditional Duke pattern using 100% Merino-blend wool, they offer warmth, durability, and a beautifully soft feel.
Size: Approx. 62.5" L × 6.25" W.
Availability: Other colours and pattern designs available in store—please contact us on 01659 50514.
Dispatch: Handmade to order; please allow 10–14 days.
Pricing: VAT included.
Traditional black and white Duke pattern Sanquhar scarf, personalised with up to three initials.
A made-to-order gift by the skilled knitters of Sanquhar Pattern Designs, each scarf is uniquely yours. Knitted double width and folded lengthways so the pattern shows on both sides; initials appear on one end, one side only.
Ordering note: Choose three letters; for two initials, select “(blank)” for the third option.
Machine knitted and hand finished in 100% Merino-blend wool—soft, durable, and gentle on the skin.
Size: Approx. 62.5" L × 6.25" W (one size fits most, 16+).
Origin: Made in Sanquhar, home of the historic Sanquhar pattern.
Dispatch: Handmade to order; please allow 10–14 days.
Pricing: VAT included; shipping added at checkout.
Keep wee hands warm in these beautifully soft mittens, knitted in the traditional Duke pattern. Made from 100% Merino-blend wool, they are warm, durable, and gentle on the skin.
Size: One size fits most (8–11 years).
Availability: Smaller sizes, other colours, and pattern designs available in store—please contact us on 01659 50514.
Dispatch: Handmade to order; please allow 10–14 days.
Keep your hands warm in these beautifully soft mittens, knitted in the traditional Duke pattern. Made from 100% Merino-blend wool, they offer durability, warmth, and a luxuriously gentle feel.
Size: One size fits most (large).
Availability: Other colours and pattern designs available in store — please contact us on 01659 50514.
Dispatch: Handmade to order; please allow 10–14 days.
Pricing: VAT included.
Keep your hands warm in these beautifully soft mittens, knitted in the traditional Duke pattern. Made from 100% Merino-blend wool, they offer durability, warmth, and a luxuriously gentle feel.
Size: One size fits most (Medium).
Availability: Other colours and pattern designs available in store.
Dispatch: Handmade to order; please allow 10–14 days.
Pricing: VAT included.
A winter essential with a modern twist—keep your hands warm while leaving your fingers free to swipe. These stylish fingerless gloves are hand crafted in the traditional Duke pattern using 100% Merino-blend wool for warmth, durability, and a soft feel.
Size: One size fits most (16+ years).
Origin: Made in Sanquhar, home of the traditional Sanquhar pattern.
Dispatch: Handmade to order; please allow 10–14 days.
Pricing: VAT included.
Keep the wee one warm and stylish with this machine-knitted pram blanket, featuring Sanquhar’s much-loved Duke pattern. Made in easy-care acrylic yarn, it’s practical as well as beautifully traditional.
Colours: New Baby Pink, Saxe Blue, or School Grey, with a contrast of white or black.
Size: Approx. 22" × 26".
Non-Personalisation: Option available here.
Dispatch: Made to order; please allow 10–14 days.
Pricing: VAT included.
Keep the wee one warm and stylish with this machine-knitted pram blanket, featuring Sanquhar’s much-loved Duke pattern. Made in easy-care acrylic yarn, it’s practical as well as beautifully traditional.
Colours: New Baby Pink, Saxe Blue, or School Grey, with a contrast of white or black.
Size: Approx. 22" × 26".
Personalisation: Option available here.
Dispatch: Made to order; please allow 10–14 days.
Pricing: VAT included.
Our children’s Sanquhar-pattern scarves are a firm favourite in the local community and make an ideal present. Knitted in the traditional Duke pattern using 100% Merino-blend wool, they offer warmth, durability, and a beautifully soft feel.
Size: Approx. 49" L × 5" W. To fit ages: 5-12 years.
Availability: Other colours and pattern designs available in store—please contact us on 01659 50514.
Dispatch: Handmade to order; please allow 10–14 days.
Pricing: VAT included.
Keep the wee ones hands warm with a cute pair of fingerless mittens in the traditional Duke pattern. These stylish fingerless gloves are hand crafted in the traditional Duke pattern using 100% Merino-blend wool for warmth, durability, and a soft feel.
Size: 8-11 years
Dispatch: Handmade to order; please allow 10–14 days.
Pricing: VAT included.
Stand out from the crowd in this striking beanie, knitted in the traditional Duke pattern. Made from 100% Merino-blend wool, it offers warmth, durability, and a beautifully soft feel.
Finished with a handmade yarn pom-pom.
Size: Available in two size ranges 5-9 years and 10-15 years. For larger sizes and teen fitting please see Adult Hat.
Availability: Other pattern designs available to order in store - please contact us on 01659 50514.
Dispatch: Handmade to order; please allow 10–14 days.
Pricing: VAT included.
A knitting pattern for a Sanquhar hat, which includes instructions for how to knit any of the Sanquhar Patterns.
An A5 step-by-step guide to hand knit Sanquhar gloves, mittens and fingerless gloves by May McCormick.
Choose from 11 traditional Sanquhar patterns, including the world-renowned Duke Pattern.
These black and white booklets are produced in Sanquhar, Scotland, the home of the Sanquhar Pattern.
Let Us Share a yarn
Made in scotland
Original shop window on the Royal Burgh of Sanquhar High Street, Dumfries and Galloway.
World Famous Pattern
Worn by locals for winter warmth, admired by designers for fashion statement pieces.
Items knitted in our workshops have appeared on the catwalks of 2016 London fashion week, commissioned by fashion designer, Samantha McCoach (creative director of Le Kilt) and in the exhibition "Sanquhar" by Jennifer Kent held at Lighthouse museum in Glasgow.
Tour Groups
A’ the Airts offers engaging presentations and a wonderful historic story for any knitting enthusiast or history buff.
Half-day tours have now been a popular element of the project, with overseas visitors from Canada, America and Denmark visiting the craft shop at A’ the Airts to see the knitwear and how it is produced. There are on average four tours per year with visitors loving the knitwear, the Centre and Sanquhar.
We see several day trip tour groups stop at A' the Airts to learn about the history and heritage of a traditional way of knitting, presented by the Sanquhar Pattern Designs team with captivating presentations and hands-on demonstrations, along with a taste of South West Scotland at A' the Airts Café.
Sanquhar Glove Knitting Workshops
Mrs May MacCormick shares the skill of handknitting Sanquhar Gloves at A' the Airts.
The courses run for 7 weeks at A’ the Airts, 8-16 High Street, Sanquhar, DG4 6BL at the cost of £65.
If you are interested please contact A' the Airts, Tel: 01659 50514 to register your interest for the next session.
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Stand out from the crowd in this striking black-and-white beanie, knitted in the traditional Duke pattern. Made from 100% Merino-blend wool, it offers warmth, durability, and a beautifully soft feel.
Finished with a handmade yarn pom-pom.
Size: One size fits most (16+ years).
Availability: Other pattern designs available to order in store.
Dispatch: Handmade to order; please allow 10–14 days.
Pricing: VAT included.