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Trefriw Woollen Mills

Welsh tapestry bedspreads and tweeds woven in Snowdonia

Welsh "tapestry" bedspreads have been woven at Trefriw Woollen Mills for over 100 years. The choice of colourings is both classic and contemporary and the timeless geometric pattern compliments both modern and traditional homes. The designs are very clear because two cloths are woven on top of each other and the figuring is created when the bottom cloth is brought to the surface of the fabric.

This double weave is also produced in patterns with smaller repeats which are used for throws, cushions, waistcoats, dinner sets and purses.

Tapestry products can be ordered on-line at website link

The yarn for the tweed is made by blending, carding and spinning various colours of dyed raw wool to get a heathery effect. Heritage tweed products in houndstooth and herringbone designs include hats, caps, scarves, capes and skirt lengths

Optical blending (i.e. the effect created when the eye takes in a number of colours and mixes them) is also exploited in the Joseph rugs which have a multi-coloured warp and three different coloured wefts which mingle together for soft rich shades.

The shop specialises in pure wool knitwear and accessories. Wool, the original sustainable fibre is a niche product prized by those who value its qualities.

Sheepskin products and clothing in other natural fibres are also available.

The dobcross looms on which the heritage fabric is woven and the hydro electric turbines (over 50 years old) can be viewed.

The Weaver's Garden and Handspinning can be viewed during the summer (Tuesday - Thursday).

Freshly ground coffee and homemade cakes are served in the tearoom.

Trefriw is situated in beautiful and varied countryside in the Conwy Valley. There are lovely walks all around, rivers, waterfalls and lakes to visit, friendly pubs and guest houses.

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Shop in Trefriw Conwy Valley, five miles north of Betws-y-Coed, Snowdonia

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