Published in Scotland Magazine Issue 5 on 4/11/2002.

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SUSAN NICKALLS GOES CHRISTMAS SHOPPING AND IS IMPRESSED BY THE RANGE OF QUALITY, OFTEN HAND-CRAFTED SCOTTISH GOODS AVAILABLE

When it comes to Christmas gifts Scotland has a veritable treasure-trove of high quality products that make ideal presents and stocking-fillers. The latest internet technology has made it even easier to access items by mail order, so you no longer have to live within driving distance of Jenners to buy fabulous Christmas presents for your family and friends.

Scotland’s favourite department store is now online and is popular with people abroad who want distinctive and unusual presents as well as those who want to send hampers and other gifts to family back in Scotland or the UK.

With winter approaching, warm scarves and throws are always welcome, and Jenners have a large selection. The Johnston cashmere
throws come in subtle tartans while the lambswool range includes the muted Stewart cream and blue tartan, vibrant Royal Stewart in red, yellow and green as well as the classic Blackwatch green and black tartan. They also stock new wool and mohair-textured throws by
Calzeat of Scotland, and a range of scarves and gloves from top mills such as Ballantyne and Pringle.

Crystal always looks elegant on the Christmas dinner table, and the new Scottish Designer for Edinburgh Crystal, Daniel Whittard, has produced a special range called ‘The Edge’. Various glasses, bowls and carafes are decorated with his cloud-inspired designs named Tempest, Cirrus and Nimbus.

One of the most tempting departments in Jenners is the Food Hall with its range of top Scottish produce from shortbread, ja.....

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By Susan Nickalls

Section : Scottish Christmas

Page number : 38