Made in Scotland Directory 2014

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EDITOR’Swelcome

W elcome to the first annual Made in Scotland Directory! Our aim is to spread the word about

Scotland’s best independent creative businesses, including the many talented artists, designers and producers, who create goods worth shouting about. We want to give them a platform to tell their stories and share their wares, and we want to inspire you to find out more about them and what they have to offer.

We’re also on the lookout for the best cafes, galleries, gift shops, quirky holiday stays and must-visit places. We want to celebrate Scotland’s best bits! Do you have any family favourites or hidden gems we need to know about? Tell us at [email protected] – we love to hear from you!

So, pour yourself a wee cuppa and enjoy the mag… and when you’ve finished, why not head over to www.madeinscotlandmag.co.uk - home to the Made in Scotland Online Directory and our online mag for even more Scottish loveliness. It’s fast becoming a treasure trove of wonderful Scottish products, people and places with regular articles, blogs, gift guides, prizes and lots more to come in 2015. You can also join us on our busy social media feeds.

Thanks to everyone who has helped get us this far…! There’s loads more to come and we’re excited about the year ahead.

Don’t forget to enter the amazing giveaway on page 53!

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Events Guide 12 A sample of what’s on, Scotland-wide in 2015

Fairs & Markets 16 Source designers, makers & organisers

The Gift Guide 18 For her, for him, for the bairns & for the home

Christmas at Cloudberry 26 How one Edinburgh store prepares for the retail rush

T’was the Night 28 before Christmas Our readers share their festive traditions

Whisky: a Buyer’s Guide 30 Jim Sweeney gives us his top tips

Cover Feature: 32 Alison Moore Designs An Orkney gem Best Bits… 37 By Jill Fairbairn of Multicoloured Daydreams

Believe in Angels? 38 The magic & tradition behind Angels’ Share Glass

Made in Orkney 40 Travel writer, Robin McKelvie takes us on his latest trip

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Coastal Creations 42 Colourful models inspired by the East Lothian seaside

I Heart My… 44 7 makers share their favourite products

Making a Difference: Meningitis Awareness 46 We highlight the work of Meningitis Research Foundation

Making a Difference: Care in the Country 47 A look at the unique respite care offered by Leuchie House

Top Blogger 49 Three blogs we never miss

High Street Stars 50 We browse the best little indie shops

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Marie irvine, Lead DesignerEdinburgh-based Marie - aka MAMi Designs - is the lead designer behind the production of Made in

Scotland Magazine. She created our branding and we love working with her on a regular basis. She has over 18 years of experience in designing professional and glossy magazines in Scotland – including award-winning titles. Marie is passionate about magazines and working with small businesses. She has successfully worked with many of our Made in Scotland advertising members to create logos, ad designs, websites and marketing materials. www.mamidesigns.co.uk

Lucy rogers, assistant DesignerLucy, from Glasgow, is a talented graphic designer, producing many of the adverts you see

in the magazine. Lucy is a Made in Scotland member too… look out for her business ‘Lucy’s Handmade Cards’ on pages 66 and 104.www.lucyshandmadecards.com.

robin Mckelvie, Travel WriterRobin is an accomplished full-time travel writer, photographer and broadcaster with a

passion for his Scottish homeland. He has worked in over 100 countries and his articles have appeared in hundreds of publications across the globe, including the Guardian, the Sunday Times, Scotsman, BA Highlife, CNN Traveller … and he’s written a few articles for Made in Scotland too! Read about his trip to Orkney on page 40.www.robinmckelvie.com

Other contributors:Special thanks to: Catherine Adair, Simon Howie, Claire McMillan, Sarah Ramsay, Jim Sweeney, Chris Waddell

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WIN! 53 £100 of goodies from Fortune Favours the Brave!

Photo Story: by Juniper & Jane 54 Sam & Jane take us behind-the-scenes at their West Kilbride design studio

Happy Campers 56 Camping expert, Claire McMillan, shares advice for first-timers

Quirky Scottish Stays 58 The Scottish staycation just got interesting…

Wish you were here: 60 Blairgowrie Sarah Ramsay takes us on a whistle-stop tour of her local area

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Meet the Designer Q&A 64 Rosalind Morrison of Sweet Rosie answers our questions

Greetings! 66 Looking for the perfect card? Here you go…

Tea Towel-tastic 67 The humble tea towel gets a makeover

Love but her 68 and Love Forever Chris Waddell delves into the romantic life of our national bard

Art, Craft & Cake 70 Lanarkshire’s hidden gem: Strathaven Gallery

These are a Few 73 of our Fav Foodie Things delicious treats from a selection of Scotland’s producers

Out to Eat 74 We’re on the lookout for Scotland’s best places

Two Ways with Haggis 75 Simon Howie, gives you two ideas for your next Burns supper

Keep Calm & Bake 76 Mammy-Made-in-Scotland at the Scottish Baking Awards

Tin Can Alley 78 The art of upcycling with Stirlingshire artist, Allan McEnroe

A-Z by category 80 Need a fascinator or a photographer? Find it here…

Making a Difference: Think Differently, 85 Do Differently Actress, Mhairi Calvey, on helping those with depression

In your Area A-Z 86 Discover Scotland’s best products & places, locally & beyond

The Directory 91 A showcase of Scottish businesses

Index of Advertisers 116 Your quick guide to everyone in the magazine

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E xclusively Highlands, the Fortrose based organiser of artisan art, craft and

food events throughout Scotland, has seen demand from craft producers’ rocket. Since they started ten years ago, the number of events has increased with 2014 being the busiest yet and 2015 shaping up to be even busier.

The founder of the Highlands’ premiere craft group, Isabel Stewart, explains just why the Highlands has proved to be such a great place for the thriving industry. She said, “Creative individuals are inspired by a number of factors we have in abundance. Firstly, the geography and environment can have a huge impact on people’s imagination and is clearly visible in some of the pottery, furniture or textiles made here. I’m also told that people interested in crafting are drawn to the area as a result of historic crafting

traditions. These traditional methods have been used over many generations and have provided real inspiration to hundreds of contemporary crafters particularly across the Highlands.

“When I first started Exclusively High-lands, I had a very clear vision which is still at the heart of everything we do – to run fantastic and unique craft fairs throughout the country. However, there is one element that I hadn’t considered which I am now very proud of. Exclusively Highlands has evolved into something of a crafting com-munity and is the focal point of a flourishing industry. I’ve found that our craft fairs are also a forum for the exchange of thoughts and ideas. I’m genuinely delighted to have, albeit accidentally, provided such focus for this exciting and happening industry.”

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Creative Scotland’s specialist body set up to unite, inspire and champion craft, agrees that northern Scotland is unique when it comes to the crafting industry. Fiona said, “The resurgence of interest in quality, hand-made, locally produced works is evident in events like Exclusively Highlands. The High-lands and Islands are home to some of our most recognisable indigenous crafts and today are producing many contemporary makers, attracted by the quality of life and the inspirational landscape amongst other factors which have a reputation at home

and abroad.”Exclusively Highlands exhibit around

northern Scotland, Aberdeenshire, Perth-shire as well as Edinburgh. The use of stun-ning and historically important castles and ancestral homes to showcase their huge range of quality contemporary crafts has proved to be a sure-fire winner with the future of the industry in the north looking brighter than ever.

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Main photo: Blair Castle event, courtesy of Chris Smith Images.

Clockwise from left: Felted hare by Willow of Willow Bushcraft; Slumped glass bottles by Natalie Aird; Gorgeous bears by Ragged Rabbit; Bracelet by Catherine Brady


Events DiaryAll listings correct at time of going to press.

Please check with organisers prior to attending.

NOVEMBER 2014 CINDERELLA 20th Nov – 4th Jan Motherwell Theatre www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk OBAN WINTER FESTIVAL 21st – 30th Nov various venues & events throughout Oban www.obanwinterfestival.com TREASURE ISLAND 26th Nov – 18th Jan Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow www.pavilionpanto.com ALADDIN 29TH Nov – 18th Jan King’s Theatre, Edinburgh www.edtheatres.com BEAUTY & THE BEAST 29TH Nov – 4th Jan His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen www.pantomime.com COCA COLA TRUCK TOUR 29TH Nov King Edward Street, Perth www.cokezone.com STIRLING ORCHESTRA 30th Nov Albert Halls, Stirling www.alberthalls.stirling.gov.uk

DECEMBER 2014 WINE UNEARTHED – GLASGOW WINE TASTING 6th Dec Argyll Street, Glasgow www.wineunearthed.co.uk FOODELICIOUS EVENTS 6th – 14th Dec Cupar, Fife www.foodeliciousevents.co.uk NEW LANARK CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE 23rd – 24th Dec www.newlanark.org THE BA’ 25th Dec Laing St, Kirkwall, Orkney www.bagame.com ABERDEEN’S HOGMANAY 31st Dec – 1st Jan www.aberdeeninvestlivevisit.co.uk EDINBURGH’S HOGMANAY 31st Dec – 1st Jan www.edinburghshogmanay.org GLASGOW’S HOGMANAY 31st Dec – 1st Jan www.glasgowloveschristmas.com STONEHAVEN FIREBALL FESTIVAL 31st Dec – 1st Jan Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire www.stonehavenfireballs.co.uk

JANUARY 2015 THE LOONY DOOK 1st Jan South Queensferry www.edinburghshogmanay.org WHEEL THROWING & TILES WORKSHOP 10th Jan Beaverhall Art Studios, Edinburgh www.cyanclayworks.co.uk BURNING OF THE CLAVIE 11th Jan Burghead, Morayshire hogmanay.net/events/burghead CELTIC CONNECTIONS 15th Jan – 1st Feb Various venues Glasgow www.celticconnections.com CRAIG HILL – GIVE HIM AN INCH 23rd Jan The Brunton, Musselburgh www.thebrunton.co.uk BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL 24th Jan Festival Theatre, Edinburgh www.edtheatres.com AVIEMORE DOG SLED RALLY 24th – 25th Jan Aviemore www.siberianhuskyclub.org.uk

Free Listings! Contact us on [email protected] to add your fairs, markets or events to our website www.madeinscotlandmag.co.uk

This section is sponsored by The Crafters Roadshowwww.thecraftersroadshow.com

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FEBRUARY 2015 KINGUSSIE FOOD ON FILM FESTIVAL 5th – 8th Feb Various venues Kingussie www.kingussiefoodonfilm.co.uk GLEN AFFRIC WINTERFEST 6th – 8th Feb Tomich, Highlands www.winter-fest.co.uk EDINBURGH MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL 6th – 8th Feb Edinburgh www.emff.co.uk SCOCHA – Live Music 7th Feb The Brunton, Musselburgh www.thebrunton.co.uk TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD 9th – 14th Feb King’s Theatre, Edinburgh www.edtheatres.com WINTER WORDS FESTIVAL 13th – 21st Feb Pitlochry Festival Theatre www.pitlochryfestivaltheatre.com MOONLIGHT SNOWDROP WALK 14th Feb Finlaystone Estate, Renfrewshire www.finlaystone.co.uk FORT WILLIAM MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL 18th - 22nd Feb www.mountainfestival.co.uk GLASGOW FILM FESTIVAL 18th Feb – 1st Mar Various venues, Glasgow www.glasgowfilm.org ANNUAL INVERNESS FIDDLERS’ RALLY 21st Feb Eden Court, Inverness www.invernessfiddlers.org

MARCH 2015 SCOTTISH OPERA – ORFEO ED EURIDICE 3rd Mar Festival Theatre, Edinburgh www.edtheatres.com STANZA POETRY FESTIVAL 4th- 8th Mar St Andrews, Fife www.stanzapoetry.org SCOTTISH MOTORCYCLE SHOW 7th – 8th Mar Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh www.scottishmotorcycleshow.com AYRSHIRE MUSIC FESTIVAL 9th – 20th Mar www.ayrshiremusicfestival.org.uk GLASGOW INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL 12th – 29th Mar www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com SOUTH MAINLAND UP HELLY AA 13th Mar Shetland www.smuha.org THE DEERSTALKER 14th Mar Traquair House, Innerleithan www.mightydeerstalker.com NIEL GOW FESTIVAL 20th – 22nd Mar Tay Terrace, Dunkeld www.niel-gow.co.uk INTERNATIONAL RUGBY SCOTLAND V IRELAND 21st Mar Murrayfield, Edinburgh www.scottishrugby.org NORTH SEA GAS – Live Music 26th Mar Pitlochry Festival Theatre www.pitlochryfestivaltheatre.com

APRIL 2015 AYE WRITE – GLASGOW’S BOOK FESTIVAL 4th – 12th Apr Glasgow www.ayewrite.com EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE FESTIVAL 4th – 19th Apr www.sciencefestival.co.uk SIMPLE MINDS – Live Music 7th Apr Usher Hall, Edinburgh www.usherhall.co.uk EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL HARP FESTIVAL 10th – 15th Apr www.harpfestival.co.uk SCOTTISH GRAND NATIONAL 12th Apr Ayr Racecourse www.scottish-grand-national.co.uk WALK ISLAY 2015 12th – 17th Apr Islay, Jura & Colonsay www.walkislay.co.uk THE ST ANDREWS GOLF WEEK 12th – 18th Apr St Andrews, Fife www.standrewsgolfweek.com GLASGOW INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF VISUAL ART 20th Apr – 7th May www.glasgowinternational.org BELTANE FIRE FESTIVAL 30th Apr Calton Hill, Edinburgh www.beltane.org Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival 30th Apr – 4th May Various throughout Speyside www.spiritofspeyside.com



MAY 2015 NEILSTON SHOW 3rd May www.neilstonshow.co.uk ULLAPOOL BOOK FESTIVAL 8th – 10th May www.ullapoolbookfestival.co.uk GOUROCK HIGHLAND GAMES 10th May George Road, Gourock gourockhighlandgames.org.uk FESTIVAL OF MUSEUMS 15th – 17th May www.festivalofmuseums.com ISLE OF ARRAN MOUNTAIN FESTIVAL 15th – 18th May www.arranmountainfestival.co.uk LOCH FYNE FOOD FAYRE 16th – 17th May Cairndow www.lochfyne.com TWEED LOVE BIKE FESTIVAL 17th – 31st May Tweed Valley www.tweedlove.com PERTH FESTIVAL OF ARTS 21st May Perth Concert Hall, Perth Theatre & St John’s Kirk www.perthfestival.co.uk STEWARTON & DUNLOP SHOW 23rd May Ayrshire stewartonaanddunlopshow. webs.com PBFA BOOK FAIR 30th May Melrose, Scottish Borders www.pbfa.org EDINBURGH MARATHON FESTIVAL 30th – 31st May www.edinburgh-marathon.com

JUNE 2015 ANGUS SHOW 6th Jun Brechin, Angus www.theangusshow.com MEADOWS FESTIVAL 6th – 7th Jun Melville Drive, Edinburgh www.meadowsfestival.3t.org.uk MOUNTAIN BIKE WORLD CUP 6th – 7th Jun Fort William www.fortwilliamworldcup.co.uk BANCHORY RIVER FESTIVAL 12th – 14th Jun Banchory, Aberdeenshire banchoryriverfestival.co.uk VICTORIAN DAY 13th Jun Strathpeffer, Ross-shire www.strathpeffer.org LEITH FESTIVAL 13th – 21th Jun Leith, Edinburgh www.leithfestival.com ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW 18th – 21th Jun Ingliston, Edinburgh www.royalhighlandshow.org ST MAGNUS FESTIVAL 19th – 24th Jun Kirkwall, Orkney www.stmagnusfestival.com ROB ROY CHALLENGE 20th Jun Drymen www.robroychallenge.com KELSO BORDER GAMES 28th Jun www.bordersathletics.co.uk WEST END FESTIVAL Glasgow TBC www.westendfestival.co.uk

JULY 2015 SCOTTISH GAME FAIR 3rd – 5th Jul Scone Palace, Perthshire www.scottishfair.com SCOTTISH TRADITIONAL BOAT FESTIVAL 3rd – 5th Jul Portsoy, Banffshire www.stbfportsoy.com T IN THE PARK 10th – 12th Jul Strathallan, Perthshire www.tinthepark.com PERTH RACE- FAMILY FUN DAY 12th Jul Scone Palace Park, Perthshire www.perth-races.co.uk 2015 OPEN GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP 13th – 19th Jul St Andrews, Fife www.standrews2015open.com HEBRIDEAN CELTIC FESTIVAL 15th – 18th Jul Stornoway, Isle of Lewis www.hebceltfest.com MULL HIGHLAND GAMES 23rd Jul Tobermory, Isle of Mull www.tobermory.co.uk WICKERMAN FESTIVAL 24th – 25th Jul Dundrennan, Kirkcudbright www.thewickermanfestival.co.uk SPEYFEST 31st Jul – 2nd Aug Fochabers, Moray www.speyfest.com MERCHANT CITY FESTIVAL Jul tbc Merchant City, Glasgow www.merchantcityfestival.com


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AUGUST 2015 NAIRN SHOW 1st Aug Auldearn, by Nairn www.nairnshow.org.uk TRAQUAIR FAIR 1st – 2nd Aug Innerleithan, Peebleshire www.traquair.co.uk BELLADRUM FESTIVAL 6th – 8th Aug Beauly, Inverness www.tartanheartfestival.co.uk THE ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO 7th – 29th Aug Castle Esplanade, Edinburgh www.edintattoo.co.uk EDINBURGH FESTIVAL FRINGE 7th – 31st Aug Various venues, Edinburgh www.edfringe.com BLAIR CASTLE INTERNATIONAL HORSE TRIALS & COUNTRY FAIR 10th – 13th Aug Blair Atholl, Perthshire www.blairhorsetrials.co.uk FRINGE BY THE SEA 10th – 16th Aug Various venues, North Berwick www.fringebythesea.com ISLAY SHOW 13th Aug Isle of Islay www.islayevents.co.uk WORLD PIPE BAND CHAMPIONSHIPS 14th – 15th Aug Glasgow www.theworlds.co.uk CARNOUSTIE FLOWER SHOW 21st – 22nd Aug Carnoustie, Angus carnoustieflowershow.btck.co.uk

SEPTEMBER 2015 CARVE CARRBRIDGE 5th Sep Carrbridge, Inverness-shire www.carvecarrbridge.com LOCH LOMOND FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL 5th – 6th Sep Balloch www.lochlomondfood anddrinkfestival.co.uk BLOODY SCOTLAND 11th – 13th Sep Stirling www.bloodyscotland.com PITLOCHRY HIGHLAND GAMES 15th Sep pitlochryhighlandgames.co.uk SCOTTISH HALF MARATHON 19h Sep Meadowmill Sports Centre, by Tranent www.scottishhalfmarathon.com WIGTOWN BOOK FESTIVAL 25th Sep – 4th Oct Wigtown, Dumfries & Galloway www.wigtownbookfestival.com LOOPALLU 25th – 26th Sept Ullapool www.loopallu.co.uk SCOTTISH HOME SHOW 25th - 27th Sep Aberdeen www.scottishhomeshoww.com KEVIN BRIDGES: A WHOLE DIFFERENT STORY 25th Sep – 3rd Oct Glasgow www.kevinbridges.co.uk BAXTERS LOCH NESS MARATHON & FESTIVAL OF RUNNING 27th Sep Loch Ness www.lochnessmarathon.com

OCTOBER 2015 THE ENCHANTED FOREST 1st – 25th Oct Pitlochry, Perthshire www.enchantedforest.org.uk LUMINATE: SCOTLAND’S CREATIVE AGEING FESTIVAL 1st – 31 Oct Various venues, Scotland www.luminatescotland.org CALLANDER JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL 2nd – 4th Oct www.callanderjazz.com COWALFEST WALKING & ARTS FESTIVAL 2nd – 11th Oct Cowal Peninsula www.cowalfest.org BIG COUNTRY – Live Music 3rd Oct Aberdeen www.bigcountry.co.uk MOBO AWARDS 7th Oct Glasgow www.mobo.com SHETLAND ACCORDIAN & FIDDLE FESTIVAL 8th – 12th Oct Lerwick, Shetland shetlandaccordianandfiddle.com THE ROYAL NATIONAL MOD 9th – 17th Oct Inverness www.the-mod.co.uk THE TIREE WAVE CLASSIC 10th – 16th Oct Isle of Coll www.tireewaveclassic.co.uk THE ST ANDREWS GOLF WEEK 18th – 24th Oct St Andrews, Fife www.standrewsgolfweek.com



NORTH EXCLUSIVELY HIGHLANDS Fine arts, crafts & food from the Highlands. www.exclusivelyhighlands.co.uk NORTH EAST OPEN STUDIOS An annual event where artists, makers & galleries open their doors to the public. www.northeastopenstudios.co.uk MARCHHARE CRAFT & VINTAGE MARKET, ABERDEEN A regular monthly market in Aberdeen city. www.marchharemarket.co.uk CRAFTS & PRODUCE FAIR, WESTER ROSS A range of local produce & handmade crafts www.lochcarroncommunity.com FOCUS ARTISTRY & DESIGN FAIRS, ABERDEENSHIRE A non-profitmaking association of crafters www.scotlandcrafts.co.uk ABERDEEN MINISTRY OF CRAFTS A regular monthly craft fair in the city centre. See Facebook for more details. E: [email protected]

SOUTH LOTHIAN EVENTS Gift fairs in Peebles, Melrose, North Berwick & throughout Scotland. www.lothianevents.co.uk GALLOWAY COUNTRY FAIR A traditional 2-day event held in mid-August each year. www.gallowaycountryfair.co.uk SPRING FLING Scotland’s premier art & craft open studios event. Dumfries & Galloway. www.spring-fling.co.uk THE CRAFT & FOOD FAIR PEOPLE Craft in the Borders. Gift & food stalls. Tea & cakes. thecraftandfoodfairpeople.com EAST 3D2D CRAFT & DESIGN FAIRS Edinburgh & Glasgow events for makers, designers, crafters & artists to sell directly to the public. www.3d2d.co.uk OUT OF THE BLUE DRILL HALL, EDINBRGH Hosts events, markets, workshops, classes & exhibitions. www.outoftheblue.org.uk

ST ANDREWS MAKERS MARKET, ST ANDREWS Regular monthly market at St Andrews Town Hall www.themakersmarkets.co.uk SCOT FAIRS Antique, vintage & collector’s fairs in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling & Ayr www.scotfairs.co.uk EDINBURGH MARKETS Organisers of street markets & stall hire in Edinburgh city centre. www.edinburghmarkets.co.uk EDINBURGH BEAD FAIR An annual, national event taking place in the capital each year. www.edinburghbeadfair.co.uk EDINBURGH ART FAIR Scotland’s largest annual art show. www.artedinburgh.com MORNINGSIDE MAKERS MARKET, EDINBURGH Regular monthly market at the Columcille Centre www.themakersmarkets.co.uk

ERIC LIDDELL CENTRE FOOD & CRAFT FAIRS, EDINBURGH Quarterly food & craft fair focusing on quality produce. www.ericliddell.org

Fairs & MarketsScotland is bursting at the seams with art fairs, craft &

design markets and food & drink festivals. Search below to find what’s in your area.

Free Listings! Contact us on [email protected] to add your fairs, markets or events to our website www.madeinscotlandmag.co.uk


WAVERLEY MARKET @ PLATFORM 2 Every Fri 11am – 7pm Waverley Station, Edinburgh. www.localmotivemarkets.co.uk BOXSMALL Seasonal market offering gourmet foods, handmade crafts & design at Edinburgh’s Festival Square. www.boxsmall.com ROUND THE HORN A collective of artists, designers & makers in Kinghorn, Fife. Regular open studio events. www.roundthehorn.org WEST END FAIR, EDINBURGH Presented by 3D2D showcasing art, craft & design. Annual 3-week event. Open-air venue. www.westendfair.co.uk ME TO YOU MARKETS Independent producers sell wares at events in Edinburgh & Broxburn. www.metoyoumarkets.co.uk CARNABY MARKET FAIR Vintage clothes, jewellery, homewares, crafts & food in St Andrews, Dundee & Perth. www.thischarmingvintage.co.uk WEST AYRSHIRE CRAFT FAIRS Ayrshire’s biggest monthly craft market offers regular events in Troon Concert Hall. www.ayrshirecraftfair.co.uk SCOT FAIRS Antique, vintage & collector’s fair in Ayr, Edinburgh, Glasgow & Stirling www.scotfairs.co.uk LOCH FYNE FOOD FAYRE A feast of West Coast food, wine & entertainment www.lochfyne.com

LOCH LOMOND FLEA MARKET A quality car boot experience all year round. Antique, vintage, handmade art, crafts & gifts. www.lochlomondfleamarket.co.uk CRAFT TOWN SCOTLAND A vibrant community of makers. Studio & gallery space. Exhibitions, classes & workshops. Barony Centre, West Kilbride. www.crafttownscotland.org AYRSHIRE FOOD FAYRE At the Cook School of Scotland last Sun of the month 10am – 2pm www.cookschool.org ART MAP ARGYLL Promoting visual artists & makers working in Argyll. Open studios www.artmapargyll.co.uk CENTRAL THE CRAFTERS ROADSHOW Organisers of craft markets in East Kilbride Shopping Mall, Livingston Designer Outlet, The Thistles in Stirling, Bon Accord St Nicholas in Aberdeen & more. www.thecraftersroadshow.com THE COUNTRY LIVING FAIR Huge annual event at the SECC in Glasgow in association with Country Living Magazine countrylivingfair.com/glasgow BYRES ROAD MAKERS MARKET A vibrant mix of art, craft & design at Hillhead Library, Byres Road in Glasgow’s West End. www.themakersmarkets.co.uk LITTLE BIRDS MARKET GLASGOW Monthly in Glasgow & St Andrews. Quirky homewares, artwork, clothing & accessories www.littlebirdsmarket.com

SLOANS MARKET, GLASGOW Every Sat & Sun 11am – 5pm Indie traders line the lane from Argyll Street to Buchanan St every weekend to showcase products. www.sloansglasgow.com/market INDY TRADERS Glasgow. Organisers of artisan, craft, designer & vintage markets and pop-up shops including the Sunday Street Market & Afternoon Twee in West End’s Ashton Lane. www.indytraders.com GRANNY WOULD BE PROUD Vintage fairs and goodies in the heart of Glasgow’s West End. www.hillheadbookclub.com SCOTLAND’S SPECIALITY FOOD SHOW Scotland’s largest trade sourcing event for the food speciality market. scotlandsspecialityfoodshow.com TRYST CRAFT FAIRS Regular events. Quality local handmade craft in Larbert. www.trystcraftfairs.com PERTHSHIRE OPEN STUDIOS Annual nine-day event involves artists & makers throughout Perthshire & Kinross-shire. www.perthshireopenstudios.com TILLY MARKET TRADERS Monthly indoor arts, crafts & mini markets in Tillicoultry. www.tillymarkettraders.co.uk URBAN MARKET A curated market celebrating the curious, original & creative at 85 Drygate, Glasgow. www.scenescotland.co.uk BARRAS ART & DESIGN (BAaD) A venue, studio, retail space & creative hub – a mix of creative talents under one roof. www.baadglasgow.com

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FRAgMEnt CREAM CASHMERE MIx SCARF £75 by Hannah Joy Scott

www.hannahjoyscott.co.uk

ARoMAtHERApy CHoCoLAtE CoLLECtIon £22.50 by Just Be Botanicals www.justbebotanicals.co.uk

Welcome to The Made in Scotland Gift Guide! Whether you’re searching for gift ideas or sourcing stylish homewares, we hope you’ll be inspired by these fantastic products and designs from Scotland.

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7. ‘AnnE’ EARRIngS By LARK & LILy from £45 www.larkandlilydesigns.co.uk

A5 HARRIS tWEED notEBooK £36 by Love Ellie www.loveellie.com

BAKE WItH MRS JonES A range of classes & gift vouchers available

www.mrsjonescakes.co.uk

‘uRBAn SCotLAnD’ HAnD-WoVEn CoWEL

£50 by Weft Blown www.weftblown.com

LAVEnDER AnD AMEtHySt nECKpIECE £300 by Genna Designs www.gennadelaney.com

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£38 by My Cherry Pie www.mycherrypie.co.uk


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WHISKy DILutIng DRoppER £17.00 by Angels’ Share Glass www.angelsshareglass.co.uk

SpICE potS gIFt Box (includes recipes) £12.95 by Spice Pots www.spicepots.com

MuStARD SKuLL HAt £25 by Urban pirate www.urbanpirate.net

SuperSoniC oASIS Lp pRInt £40 by LINES www.lines-uk.com

SAVRo MoDERn WAtCH £250 by Kennett Timepieces www.kennettonline.com

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nB gIn £28.50 by NB Gin www.nbgin.com

SnoWFLAKE CuFFLInKS £40 by Sweet Rosie www.sweetrosie.co.uk

StRAMASH – tHE SCottISH BoARD gAME £39.95 by Stramash Games www.stramashgames.co.uk

SIgnAtuRE ‘ALBA gu BRAtH’ tSHIRt £9.99 by Mactees www.mactees.co.uk

HEAtHER BEARD oIL ConDItIonER £12.75 by Braw Beard Oils www.brawbeardoils.com


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‘WEE JuMpERS’ MInI Mug £10 by A Pair of Blue Eyes www.jennidouglas.co.uk

HARRIS tWEED BABy SHoES £19 by Tartan Butterfly

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HIgHLAnD CoW JIgSAW £7.95 available from Cloudberry Gifts

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VIntAgE Button DAISy BRooCH £12.95 by Milomade www.milomade.co.uk

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‘HungRy WEE HAggIS’ BABy tEE & BIB SEt £20 by Eat Haggis www.eathaggis.com

pERSonALISED SHoE BAg £15 by Angelcake Designs

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REVERSIBLE WRAp DRESS £30 - £45 by Lil Bubba Things

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FABRIC BoW-tIE £9 by The Wardrobe, Isle of Lewis

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WIntER oF ouR DISCount tEntS t-shirt £16 by Mimi & Will

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‘JoHn MuIR WAy tARtAn’ BEAR £25 Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers

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FELtED MERIno FLoWER VESSEL £38 by Hazelmadeit

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‘FAIR ISLE’ CuSHIon £25 by Hipster Spinster

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‘But AnD BEn’ gICLEE A4 pRInt £18 by Just Braw www.facebook.com/justbraw

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BESpoKE StAgS HEAD FRoM £45 by Circus 3D Art

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gLASgoW SKyLInE tEApot £47 by Owl & Brew

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RECyCLED BottLE DISH £16 by Lazy Daisy Glass

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oRgAnIC Cotton ‘BoutIS’ BEDSpREAD £225 from Fou Furnishings www.foufurnishings.com

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and, as the first week of November looms closer, the shop turns into a beautiful Winter Wonderland! We love it; our favourite time of year! The shop has a fantastic atmosphere and all our customers turn into magpies, attracted to shiny, sparkly things!

BuSy, BuSy, BuSyIt starts in November and by the second week in December it has almost reached its crazy peak! Every stage of the build up to the big day brings different requests. It starts with the ‘magpie’ customers when the first glimmer of Christmas has appeared in-store. Then it’s the organised customers who have every gift bought and wrapped by mid-November. Card-buying week usually hits at the start of December, with tree decorating & wreaths soon after.

We save our shop window installation until just before our last Christmas shopping evening. This is the biggest and best of the year, courtesy of the fabulous Callum, who has gained inspiration & ideas throughout

T he first of our Christmas gift orders arrive mid-September to give us plenty

of time to unpack, price and find space for all our new products. Our largest order of decorations is usually 25 boxes!

Customers, from the start of September onwards, ask when our Christmas stock will be in. Many have been buying and putting away gifts since May! They are an eager bunch and know that we take Christmas seriously here at Cloudberry.

EARLy BIRDSIt’s always difficult to know when to launch our Christmas products; this is subject to discussion every year, mainly due to many high street stores starting to display Christ-mas stock in August! Our take on it is that ideally, it should be after Hallowe’en, how-ever, with so many customers asking, we do put a small section out early in October – to whet their appetite for what’s to come!

We plan our visual merchandise meticu-lously (which makes for a smoother launch)

Christmas at Cloudberry

Cloudberry Gifts is an absolute gem of a gift boutique coffee shop combo nestled in the Barnton area of Edinburgh. Owner, Julie pearson, gives us an insight into how the staff at Cloudberry prepare for the Christmas rush!

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the year from his research and travels. It always looks fantastic… You will have to see what this year brings!

LASt MInutE BItSThen, just before the schools and work-places break up, it’s frantic ‘secret Santas’ and teacher presents, followed by a mad dash for remaining gifts and table decora-tions. By Christmas Eve, most customers are organised, though we do always have the frantic, last minute, ‘I need a card for my wife!’ and ‘Where’s the roll-wrap and tape?’

By five o’clock on Christmas Eve - with not much left - we finally close our doors, safe in the knowledge that all the presents we have helped choose & wrap; all those decorations unravelled and strewn on trees; and all the cards sold & mailed across the world… will be appreciated and adored by those who receive them. Our work is done!

‘Perfect Gifts For Everyone’ … and ready to do it all again the next year!

Visit Clouberry Gift & Coffee Shop, 193 Whitehouse Road, Barnton, Edinburgh www.cloudberrygifts.co.uk

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“on Christmas eve, we have always gathered together with hot chocolate and marshmallows for me to read ‘twas the night before Christmas’. We still do it, even although our girls are grown. even when my daughter was in australia, i read it over the phone.” teresa, Bellshill

“My mother and grandmother’s old Christmas tradition when i was a wee girl, was to spend new Year’s eve scrubbing and cleaning the house and setting a fresh bowl of fruit on the table.” Anna, inverness

“it’s amazing how Christmas traditions change as you get older. When i was 10 it was Mass on Christmas eve followed by a gathering of all the neighbourhood families for minces pies and drinks. then getting up early with my sister on Christmas morning to open presents and have dinner. When i was 20 i was clubbing ‘til the early hours on Christmas eve before waking-up late and not being able to eat the dinner lovingly cooked and placed in-front of me. When i was 30, Christmas eve focused on the family all heading to our local pub before waking-up to take presents to my sister’s house to celebrate with her young family. now i’m approaching 40, i wonder what my Christmases will hold and what traditions i will initiate if i am lucky enough to have a family of my own. Merry Christmas everyone! Graham, Brighton

We asked friends and readers of Made in Scotland magazine to sprinkle us with a bit of festive magic...by sharing personal anecdotes

on their favourite Christmas and New Year traditions. We’ve picked our favourites below.

As you’ll see - each wee snippet entirely unique, but one thing is clear...

we all love Christmas!

“two weeks before Christmas we go and see santa then put our

decorations up while watching the X factor! We make homemade mulled wine - yummy! Christmas eve for me

every year is ‘it’s a Wonderful life’ on DvD, glass of wine, box of roses, wrapping paper & ribbon and get the

pressies all done next to the tree.” Holly Twinkle Toes, Lanark

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hristmasC“Because my wee nephew lives in newcastle, we tell him that santa also delivers to scotland and we all get together at my mum’s on Boxing Day to celebrate and see him opening his pressies.”

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“as we have a young family we are starting a ‘new tradition’ of a Christmas eve box with onesie,

dvd, popcorn and sweets for each of the children for late

afternoon on the 24th.” rosie (Facebook)

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“our scottish Hogmanay tradition is steak pie, mushy peas & tea at ma mammy & daddy’s at 10pm before bringing the bells in altogether with a lovely glass of Champers. We’ve

never done it any other way.” Marie (Facebook)

“in our house we must have nutella for breakfast on Christmas Day! our new ‘tradition’ is also the elf who comes on the 1st December and stays til Christmas eve. He brings treats, activities and books but also gets up to mischief when the children go to bed. (this year he arrived with a treasure map & it took us to a house where a kitten was waiting for them).” Carla, Glasgow

“our tradition is to all wear our new Christmas jammies on Christmas eve, which means our little girl gets to open a present before santa comes.” Julia, Milton Keynes

“Since my boys were born they hear

Santa’s reindeer’s flying over our house

when they go to bed on Christmas Eve.

My big brother (who is now in his fifties but

still the biggest kid in the family) sneaks

down to our house and hides behind the

wall outside with bells jingling every couple

of minutes.The neighbours must think we

have a Santa Stalker!! Still baffles the hell

out of our oldest boy - who can clearly

see that mum and dad are in the house!”

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T is the season to be jolly... and what better way of celebrating than buying

something special for the whisky drinker in your life? Whether it’s dad, brother, sister or partner, there is something out there to suit every palette and every pocket.

Traditionally at this time, some seriously heavy discounting goes on in many areas of sales. In particular, the growing single malt and own-brand blended malt categories are ones to watch. Blends such as Grouse, Grants, Teachers, Bells etc are also discounted and account for massive sales at this time of the year. Irish and American whiskies are also worth trying and these tend to go better with mixers than their Scottish cousins.

So what kind of whisky will you buy? Well, for beginners, then generally the whiskies from Speyside are big winners. These include Glenfiddich, Glen Grant, Singleton, Cragganmore, Glenfarclas, Aberlour, The Glenlivet, The Macallan and about 30 others. Then there’s some of the better known

Highland malts such as Glenmorangie (pronounced to rhyme with orangey). Jura is another good starter whisky and is often discounted in supermarkets.

If your loved one is into big peaty monsters, then the Islay malts are the place to go: Ardbeg, Bowmore and Laphroig are the big peaty boomers, joined by Talisker from Skye... not for the faint of heart, but after a walk on a cold day it’s restorative! For those who like a peated blended whisky, for half the price of malt, you can choose from Black Bottle, the Black Grouse and Isle of Skye - all delicious but carrying that whiff of peat smoke and iodine.

My favourites - just my luck, not generally discounted - offer a well-sherried and unctuous nip; look no further than Glendronach 12 or 15 Year Old or the great all-rounder Highland Park from Orkney. A really special gift is a membership for the Scottish Malt Whisky Society who release single cask, full strength whiskies throughout the year, all unique and quite different.

Whisky prints available from www.eathaggis.com

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Alison Moore an orkney Gem

Alison Moore’s distinctive precious metal and gemstone jewellery is all designed and made by hand in her studio, which is located in Dounby on the west mainland of the beautiful Scottish islands of Orkney. We chat to her about how she started out and where her journey in contemporary jewellery making has taken her so far…

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Your work has become extremely popular across Scotland over the past few years, but we’d love to know how you first started on your road to jewellery design?At school I was torn between science and the arts. I eventually headed down the science route, reading geology at university where I became fascinated by minerals.

When I graduated, I started out on a career in the land remediation sector, but in my spare time I began to teach myself metalwork and jewellery making. I read a heck of a lot of books and spent many hours experimenting. I also joined a night school course which was really useful.

A few years back I was lucky enough to have the opportunity of changing my career and I took the big decision to become a self-employed jewellery designer/maker. And things have developed from there.

I’ll happily admit that the initial fascination in minerals at uni has since become (an expensive) gemstone addiction!

Can you remember the very first piece of jewellery you ever created?Many of my earliest designs started off with me experimenting with mixing metals. I love combining copper with silver to create a wonderful contrast. It has such warmth about it. One of the first pieces of jewellery I made was a stylised Viking long ship, a design which I still recreate from time-to-time. I still like to mix metals, but these days it is usually gold and silver.

How has Alison Moore Designs evolved since those early days?When I started out, I had this romantic notion that I would be sat at my workbench all day tinkering with pretty things. Little did I realise what a huge learning curve I would go on and how many other skills I would pick up along the way. I have become a book-keeper, photographer, website developer, marketing guru, saleswoman, postwoman, graphic designer – and all round business woman. All these jobs in addition to designing and making jewellery!

Recently, I have been lucky enough to be able relinquish some of these roles and become more focused on making new designs. Getting a book-keeper was long overdue!

Describe your workspace.In the outset, I worked from the living room of our house that we were restoring. It’s in a beautiful rural location and I often got distracted watching the wildlife or the weather pass by the window. I slowly began to take over the living space, but then earlier this year I found a fabulous little workshop just a couple of miles from the house situated in the little village of Dounby here in Orkney.

The ability to shut up shop and relax was something that I could never do when I worked from home. And as the workspace is located in a village, I get people popping in to say hello and to see what I’m making which is really lovely. ☛

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I am not the most organised jewellery designer, my work bench is often full of half-finished creations with gemstones scattered everywhere! Where do you find your inspiration?I rarely draw these days, and so when inspiration does strike I have to get to the workbench and start experimenting. And that’s how most of my collections start.

From folklore to childhood memories, ideas come from all over the place. If I can include a gemstone or two, I will!

You’ve changed your website this year. How important is branding to the success of your business?I’ve always thought that it was important to have a strong identity. I believe that having a brand that customers know and trust

is extremely important, especially when buying online and so I have tried to ensure that they know what they can expect from my products.

The recent redesigning of the website by the wonderful folks at Infinite Eye in Glasgow gave me the opportunity to have a complete makeover and obtain new packaging, gift wrap, photography and a new logo. I try to use other independent makers where ever possible in my business as not only is it important that we support each other, but more often than not you can find that their products are far superior and more unique that what you can find elsewhere. For example, Lindsay at The Hunter Press in Edinburgh designs my fabulous earring cards which are printed on her vintage letterpress. You are a big promoter of orkney and the fantastic independent businesses located there. Who else should we know about?Yes I love Orkney, and for such a small group of rural islands the number of independent businesses and the talent of the entrepreneurs is incredible.

The islands harbour a hotspot of fabulous textile designers.

On the small island of Westray, two sisters Jenna and Lizza Hume run Hume Sweet Hume. They design and sell the most exquisite knitwear based loosely on the Fair Isle design, their work has a beautiful whimsical twist.

And I love Hillary Grant’s range of luxury knitwear. She produces really modern contemporary designs of a really high quality.

Designer Kirsteen Stewart runs a shop called The Studio has to be one of my favourite local businesses. Kirsteen is a local fashion designer who also runs a fashion retail business selling some amazing pieces

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including a fabulous range of knitwear. I recently collaborated with Kirsteen to create some jewellery based on her Skies collection.

An artist not in Orkney that I have recently become very passionate about, is Julie Dumbarton. Based in the Scottish Borders, Julie produces the most amazing work filled with colour and energy. She’s even given me the enthusiasm to start painting myself and have a go at a few of her tutorials!

With jewellery being so personal, you must have some stories and memories of customers over the years…Errrrrr… well there was the lady who lost her engagement ring down a rabbit hole…

Do you have a particular design of your own that is extra special to you?I LOVE rings! Stacking rings, gemstone

rings, gold rings, shiny rings, textured rings, silver rings… any kind of ring! I have eight fingers and two thumbs, so call me greedy, but that’s a lot of rings that you can wear at once!

If I had to choose one piece of jewellery to keep, it would be my Tsavorite

Storybook ring. Green is my favourite colour and the shade of this gemstone is amazing. The texture of the band is really unusual too but really wearable.

Finally, where can our readers find your jewellery?As well as stocking shops throughout Orkney, Shetland and beyond, I sell my jewellery from my fabulous new website www.alisonmoore.co.uk. People can also see what I’m up to behind the scenes in my workshop and beyond on my Facebook and Instagram pages.

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M ulti-coloured Daydreams, based in the Scottish Borders, creates

mixed media designs from imagination to creation. The results are distinctive, vibrant, and easy to wear accessories; colourful and quirky decorative items and up-cycled furniture for the home. Owner, Jill Fairbairn, shares with us her best bits...

Best thing about being a designer? I really enjoy that designing and making doesn’t feel like work. It’s great fun and I make my own rules! I love the trial and error of teaching myself ways to get the results I imagine. I’ve also met some interesting people through putting my designs out into the world.

Best part of your day?Every day is different but I get a huge sense of achievement from finishing off a piece and realising I’ve created an actual real-life version of something that started off as a tiny dream whirling inside my mind!

Your top three best pieces…. My very first up-cycled side table remains a firm favourite and lives happily in my living room. I’m very proud of my double-sided necklaces, for versatility and my hand-painted winter sun brooches have been popular too.

Best tip for working from home? Try and tidy up as you go. It can be tricky but the less time you spend hunting for a clean paintbrush/ smaller knife blade, the more time you’ll have to design and make. Best place to find your products? I sell online via Folksy as well as in person at local craft fairs in the Borders. I am happy to discuss commissions on everything I make, from jewellery to furniture, via e-mail.

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Believe inangels?

For more information, please visit www.angelsshareglass.co.uki

A ngels’ Share Glass is a Scottish, family-run business, steeped in

legend and glassmaking expertise. With over 60 years of glassware experience, the business produces handcrafted glassware and whisky gifts, all handmade in Scotland by master craftsmen.

Legend has it that when whisky is distilled, the small amount of spirit that evaporates is taken by angels as their own share… hence, the ‘angels’ share’ was born. Angels’ Share Glass created their unique, award-winning ‘Whisky Angel’, which suspends a measure of single malt whisky inside a handmade glass angel by a secret process, known only to the craftsmen who create her.

Masters in innovative glassware gifts, including a design-registered whisky diluting dropper for adding water to whisky, Angels’

Share Glass encapsulate true glassblowing expertise and design with a proud Scottish heritage. The perfect gift for the whisky lover in your life.

New for 2015Angels’ Share Glass have just launched whisky bottle candle holders, created from vintage whisky bottles and finished with Darach oak inserts. A special edition whisky diluting dropper topped with a gold-lustred angel, as well as gift sets with whisky droppers, water jugs and Glencairn glasses, have also been added to the range.

So, if you believe in angels… believe in the legend that is Angels’ Share Glass.

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Meet the Designer

Karen Somerville of Angels’ Share Glass

Your business is a very unique one… how did you come up with the initial idea of creating glass angels? We had a bit of a eureka moment when the Scottish film, The Angels’ Share came out in 2012 and we knew we could produce something that represented this well-known whisky legend. With my dad, Tom Young, creating the most amazing glassware in his 60 year career, we decided to design an angel that could hold whisky but was completely sealed so we wouldn’t need a license or to hold our angels in bond… effectively creating the angels’ share of whisky.

What’s it like working with your dad? It has its moments but we are complete opposites. He is deliberate and methodical; I’m impulsive and a risk taker. It works well and it’s nice to spend time creating wonderful things together.

Tell us about the other products in the Angels’ Share range. We developed the range and introduced our whisky dropper which allows you to dilute your whisky one drop at a time. This gadget for whisky connoisseurs has been a huge hit and we consider both the angel and the dropper our signature products.

What’s the most rewarding part of your work? Seeing people go ‘wow!’ and being asked the questions you have just asked… we sometimes feel like magicians!

What plans do you have going into 2015? The business is growing. We plan to move into new premises and start to take on some staff in 2015.

We’d love our own angel. Where can we get one? You can order online www.angelsshareglass.co.uk or your can visit the site and see many of our national and worldwide stockists on our angel map.

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A rrive in the Orkney Isles expecting to find a ravaged wildscape where man

seems to be barely clinging on to life and you will be sorely disappointed. This archipelago of over 70 islands is a prosperous and fertile place, alive with Viking relics and even more dramatic Neolithic ruins, and it is a creative escape too. Orkney is ideal as a haven for artists, craftspeople and innovative souls, as I found out when I flew back up to the northern isles recently.

I had two bases on this trip, the Sands Hotel on the Isle of Burray and the Lynnfield Hotel in Kirkwall. They summed up what is good about both island hospitality and Orkney’s food and drink. Over my four nights on the island, after long days out, I was practically drowned in a sea of warm welcomes and friendly service. Not to mention plump local king scallops, hulks of gorgeous award winning Orkney Gold Beef

and, yes, a dram or two of local whiskies Scapa and Highland Park.

Step back in timeIt would be almost impossible to visit Orkney without exploring its Neolithic remnants. Indeed so important are they that UNESCO have placed the entire ‘Heart of Neolithic Orkney’ on their World Heritage list. The Stones of Stenness are a dramatic introduction, huge monoliths that vault improbably skywards from the bleak mainland moorland. The Ring of Brodgar, just a short distance away, is even more breathtaking; a ring of 60 stones (27 are

Robin McKelvie is an accomplished travel writer, photographer, blogger and broadcaster with a passion for his Scottish homeland. Here, he takes us to some of his favourite spots in Orkney, and uncovers some hidden gems along the way.

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still standing) set between the lochs of Stenness and Harray that date back as far as 2,500 years ago. The land between the two sites, the Ness of Brodgar, is currently the site of much excavation work so expect more treasures to be unearthed. These sites just whetted my appetite for the two Orkney big hitters. Maes Howe is an alluring insight into another world. Eke through the dark tunnel into this 5,000-year-old burial chamber and you delve right back through time. You can view the more ‘recent’ Viking runes, a legacy of a Viking burglary in the 12th century! Then there is my number one Orkney attraction: Skara Brae. This prehistoric village is set just back from the Atlantic amidst the sand dunes that hid it from the world until a savage storm in 1850 unveiled its secrets. You can see exactly how man lived 5,000 years ago. It always amazes me here how recognisable the villagers’ lives are with their dwellings remarkably like ours, built around beds, a communal table, dresser and hearth.

My favourite experience in Orkney, though, is much more modern. Orkney has an unlikely claim to being the site of the world’s shortest scheduled flight. The wee hop from Papa Westray to Westray is just shorter than the main runway at Heathrow and has been done in under a minute. It is a brilliantly fun ride on the wee Loganair 8-seater Islander aircraft that ply the route. It’s not expensive either as the three flight round trip from Kirkwall is only £21!

A Creative HavenThe remoteness of some of the isles and the difficulties in getting around only adds to the hardiness and ingenuity of the islanders. I think this is perhaps part of the reason Orkney attracts so many creative and artistic types. They are drawn to this closer relationship with the elements and nature

and this is reflected in the amount of artists, craftspeople and writers who choose to live here.

The Orkney Craft Trail is a brilliant way of exploring this rich local scene. It boasts eighteen diverse members. On the Orkney mainland they range from artists Jane Glue and Bert Simpson, through to jewellers Fluke Jewellery, Ortak, Sheila Fleet and Alison Moore (as featured on the cover of this directory). Also on the mainland there is Orkneyinga Silversmiths at Birsay and jewellers Aurora and Stewart Moar. On the isles highlights include The Workshop and Loft Gallery, Hoxa Tapestry Gallery and Christina Sargent on the island of South Ronaldsay, as well as Hume Sweet Hume way out on remote Westray.

If you had dismissed the Orkney Isles as some distant dying wasteland then it is time to think again. Head north and you will not only discover some of Scotland’s most dramatic coastal scenery, but also perhaps Europe’s most beguiling Neolithic remnants, the world’s shortest flight, a wealth of fine local food and drink and a smorgasbord of artists and craftspeople who will reinforce the appeal of the Made in Scotland mantra.

Keep up to date with Robin’s travels at www.robinmckelvie.comi

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S etting out along the shore in a gale may not be your cup of tea, but for Alan

McMenemy it’s the very best time to find treasure. Alan uses the driftwood, broken creels and magical, frosted seaglass that rough tides throw up on the beaches of his native East Lothian, to create beautiful fishing boats, harbour scenes, skeleton fish and seaglass jewellery.

“I love the coastal life,’ says Alan, “I don’t think I would be happy living anywhere else. Every day the sea is different; angry and threatening one day... benign and glorious the next.”

Alan believes he has salt and diesel in his blood, coming, as he does, from several generations of fisher folk and boat builders. “As a boy we used to drive down to Eyemouth to watch my Granddad land his catch and I can still smell the wood shavings in Weatherhead’s boat building yard in Cockenzie.”

An architectural technician by trade, Alan has channelled his creative talents and passion for the sea into Beachcomber Treasure, which he started from his garage four years ago. “I began by making skeleton

fish using bleached driftwood and cockle shells. I hand cut the heads and tails from larger pieces of driftwood. Some I stained and some I painted in beachy reds and blues. Everyone loved them and encouraged me to do more.”

Alan takes his inspiration from the fishing villages around the Firth of Forth, using real harbours like Port Seton, North Berwick and St Abbs, to create mini wooden ones with fishermen’s cottages, pubs,

lighthouses, net sheds, lifeboat slips and trawlers. Or even surf shacks complete with tiny boards, buckets and spades! It is the attention to detail that makes Alan’s work so individual. Each piece tells a story: a lonely boat collecting creels moored off a gannet-

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his gallery in Leith, Edinburgh and Alan’s work is available in the gallery. Customers can also find Beachcomber Treasure pieces at the Eyemouth Maritime Centre, a fascinating museum that tells the stories of mankind afloat.

“As an artisan, it is very pleasing to see your work on display. It’s nerve wracking too and I still get a thrill every time a harbour, lighthouse or fish sells.” He has recently participated in the prestigious 3 Harbours Arts Festival which takes place every spring. The Festival offers a full programme of visual art, music, workshops, trails, literature, film, photography and drama. “The first year I exhibited I couldn’t believe how popular my work was. Pieces were flying off the shelves. I had to restock twice to keep up with demand. It made all those hours of sanding, drilling and painting so worthwhile.”

Alan sends his work abroad. “I love to think there’s of a wee bit of coastal Scotland on distant shores.”

covered island or the lifeboat returning safely home after a rescue. Alan’s fishing boats have realistic rigging, buoys and fishing gear. “Even the home port registrations on the boats are the local LH. It’s important to get the details right.”

This eye for detail has led to Alan being approached to make one-off pieces, including a scale model of the fishing trawler Shonmora LH-147 as a 70th birthday present for her ex-skipper. “I worked from a photograph and tried to get the model as close to the real thing as possible. I knew the skipper would notice if any part was wrong. It really was a special memento.”

Since its start, Beachcomber Treasure has grown steadily. Being expert with computer-based drawing programs, Alan found it simple to create a clean yet distinctive logo that he uses on all his tags and business cards. He uses social media such as Facebook to promote his work and has developed a website to showcase the range of work he can produce.

He has formed relationships with other artists whose work is influenced by the Scottish coast and wild countryside. Ritchie Collins specialises in original Scottish art at

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Joanne Whiteley, Chocolat Blanc

“My elegantly chic display of luxury handmade artisan chocolates, perfect for weddings, product launches and corporate events has received overwhelming feedback due to its unique nature, which encapsulates my creativity as a chocolatier. Assisting clients to create a bespoke display gives me great honour and sense of achievement, particularly when they see the finished result. They also create a wonderful talking point amongst guests and for me, a true feeling of satisfaction that my love for chocolate has been appreciated! This is what I love the most.” www.chocolatblanc.co.uk

Gillian Kyle, Gillian Kyle Ltd

“I love our new Tunnock’s Biscuit Plates because they are bright, bold, unique and shiny (I’m a magpie at heart). I’ll be using these at home to add a bit of pzazz to lunchtime sandwiches and up the style factor when pals pop round for tea and biscuits!”www.gilliankyle.com

Sarah Mair, Sarah Catherine Designs

“My ultimate favourite product is the Baby’s First Christmas Snowglobe Gift Set. I love being able to personalise the snowglobe with the customer’s adorable photos and the cutest messages. Kids love to watch the snow and glitter swirl around their own faces and it makes such a lovely keepsake! The card is also personalised so it’s a complete gift.”www.designedbysarah.co.uk

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Martha Mawson, Ailleas Designs

“I love these earrings called ‘Capture the Fire’. They showcase amazing AAA-grade orange sapphires – such colour and sparkle. I feel privileged working with and being inspired by such stunning gemstones.”www.ailleasdesigns.com

Ellie Wilson, Love Ellie

“The product I love the most is ‘Hamish, the Harris Tweed Stag Head’. I love him because he is the perfect blend of traditional and modern; the idea of a mounted stag head on the wall is very traditional and my stylized design is very modern and contemporary, so it’s a nice combination of old and new. Hamish can be made in any Harris Tweed from the bright new colours to the more traditional colours and patterns. Think of him as a vegetarian hunting trophy - no stags have been harmed in the making of this product!”www.loveelllie.com

Mhairi Mackenzie, Bonnie Bling

“I heart my… Miniature Gold Angel Necklace! This is one of Bonnie Bling’s cutest pieces and I receive compliments whenever I wear it as it is a really pretty eye-catcher. We have it available in silver too and it also comes in a larger size, but this one is just so wearable with any style of outfit. When this little flying heart is all packaged up it just looks so perfect as a gift too.”www.bonniebling.co.uk

Andy Murray, Andy Murray Design

“My concrete candle holder, ‘Frank’ uses aerated concrete, coloured resin and a copper candle holder. The colours and texture of the yellow resin create a bright contrast to the concrete. I hope he will be welcomed into people’s homes creating a cheerful focal point in any room. I always want to create beautiful products that people will love and hope people will love them as much as I enjoy making them.”www.andymurraydesign.com


making aDIFFERENCE

M eningitis Research Foundation is a charity that is striving to see a

world free from meningitis and septicaemia. We work towards this by funding research into prevention, detection and treatment of the diseases, promoting education and awareness amongst health professionals and the public and providing support to those affected.

Meningitis is one of the few diseases in Scotland today, that can kill a healthy child within hours of the first symptoms, and no other illness produces such mutilating injuries. This is why we urgently need your help.

We have events to suit everyone, from the daredevil to the baker, to the couch potato, to the runner… with opportunities available across Scotland, throughout the year.

Meningitis vaccines offer excellent protection, but they are not yet available for all forms. So it is vital to know meningitis symptoms and what to do if you suspect someone has meningitis or septicaemia.

Meningitis can affect anyone of any age, however over half of all cases of meningitis occur in under fives and the second most

To find out more visit www.meningitis.orgi

at risk group are young adults. It is therefore unsurprising that it is the disease most feared by parents.

The first symptoms are often similar to those of less serious illnesses and include: fever, vomiting, headache and feeling unwell. People should look out for these, along with symptoms more specific to meningitis and septicaemia, such as: limb pain, pale skin, and cold hands and feet, a non blanching rash, neck stiffness, dislike of bright lights and confusion.

Not everyone gets all the symptoms and they can appear in any order, so it is very important to trust your instincts. Someone who has meningitis or septicaemia could become seriously ill very quickly. Get medical help immediately if you suspect meningitis or septicaemia - it’s a race against time.

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making aDIFFERENCE

L euchie House is a one-off charity – the only place in Scotland offering caring

respite breaks for people with long-term conditions and their carers in a non-clinical country house environment with the added reassurance of 24-hour expert nursing care.

Set in a beautiful classical house in the rolling East Lothian countryside, Leuchie House has a unique atmosphere, ensuring a mixture of peace, relaxation, activities and outings for guests who need a break from the rigours of coping with the day-to-day realities of conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis, stroke, Huntington’s Disease, Parkinson’s, Motor Neurone Disease and cerebral palsy.

Leuchie also offers vital respite to carers, who can stay in separate accommodation near their loved-one, ensuring they are able to have a proper break at night, or enjoying some much-needed time to themselves, secure in the knowledge that their family member is happy and well looked after.

The care offered ensures that everyone who stays at Leuchie has as much choice as possible in how they spend their days – an important detail, as choice is one of the first things people with a long-term condition find is taken away from them as

their condition progresses.For many guests, the only alternative to

Leuchie House would be a hospital bed or accommodation in a residential home for the elderly – particularly unsuitable for younger guests.

Leuchie House relies on volunteers to help alongside the full-time staff, giving guests assistance at mealtimes and helping out by escorting guests on trips and in fundraising. New volunteers are always needed, however much time they can spare, and full training is given. Anyone with a few hours to spare is always welcomed by the staff at Leuchie.

Respite fees account for just 60% of Leuchie’s income, so £73 must be raised every hour to keep offering the quality of service to guests, which is why volunteers and supporters are so vital.

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FRoCK TRADE (FASHIoN)Frocktrade.com is an award-winning fashion and lifestyle blog for readers that appreciate real substance with their style. Expect personal style posts, product reviews, collection launches and fashion news written with a light hearted, conversational slant. Writer and fashion stylist Ann Russell, the voice behind Frock Trade, was nominated for UK Blogger of the Year at The Clothes Show Live, Communicator of the Year at the Scottish Fashion Awards 2014 and most recently an Online Fashion Award from The Herald. www.frocktrade.comTwitter: @FrockTrade

A SCoT’S LARDER (FooD)A food lover’s journey through an ancient land. A Scot’s Larder is run by Graeme Taylor and is dedicated to celebrating authenticity of flavour through

Scottish produce, which he believes is some of the best in the world. Graeme brings to life heritage dishes with a contemporary feel. He develops his own flavours, incorporating a cosmopolitan flair and using Scotland’s natural larder. www.scotslarder.co.ukTwitter: @scotslarder

ADvENTuRES ARouND SCoTLAND (TRAvEL)

Run by Susanne Arbuckle, Adventures around Scotland is about finding the best and most original places Scotland has to offer and hopefully inspiring you to find your own once-in-a-lifetime moments here.

It is a travel blog containing a mixture of fun, practical and unusual ideas for exploring the country. It is not another guide simply listing the must see attractions, instead it is full of first-hand accounts, honest reviews, hidden gems and useful information from someone that lives in Scotland.www.adventuresaroundscotland.comTwitter: @ButeifulBute

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Shopping locally and supporting our little

independent stores has never been more important. Here are some of Scotland’s

top indie gift shops dedicated to offering high-quality,

handmade gifts.... along with good old-fashioned customer service.

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Honest Thistle, 73B Atholl Road, Pitlochry, Perthshire

Honest Thistle is a contemporary gifts, homewares, accessories and stationery shop based in Pitlochry in Highland Perthshire. Their talented designers and makers have been selected for their skill, expertise and passion for their specific products. They also provide a range of design-led items, which show that you can have unique gifts and homeware products at everyday prices.www.honestthistle.co.uk

Lovely Things 37 Dock Street, Dundee, Angus

Lovely Things is a stylish, independent interiors and gift shop stocking an eclectic mix of modern Danish design, local artwork, jewellery and soft furnishings....with a smattering of vintage furniture thrown in. Set up by owner and interior designer Lynne Duffus in November 2011, it sells everything you could want for your home. There’s a ‘lovely thing’ for everyone be found in this wee gem. Their website is fabulous too… lots of links and a chatty social media scene to boot. www.lovelythingsonline.co.uk

Top Drawer, 77 South Street, St Andrews, Fife

A finalist in the 2013 & 2014 ‘Independent Gift Retailer of the Year - Scotland Category’ at the Greats Gift Retailer Awards, Top Drawer is a small independent design-led gift and greetings card shop situated in the heart of St. Andrews, Fife. They regularly have new ranges arriving at the shop and in the past few years, have have focused on sourcing more products which are made here in Scotland.www.topdrawergifts.co.uk

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Judith Glue 15 Bridge Street, Inverness, Highland

Opening in 2008, Judith Glue is the sister shop to the well-known store and café of the same name in Orkney which was established in 1981. Judith designs her own Orkney knitwear collection and has a mail order Orkney Hamper business too.

The concept of the Inverness shop is to represent many local makers from the Highlands and Islands, many of whom find it difficult to find a platform for their work. Judith is also

the sole supplier in Inverness for other unique brands such as Eribe Knitwear, Sheila Fleet Jewellery and Bertie Girl Harris Tweed.www.judithglue.com

Iolaire 120 Harbour Street, Nairn, Highland

Tez and Sandra Watson run Iolaire – a small independent gift shop and graphics business by the harbour in Nairn. Tez started in 2007 offering graphic design, photographic and fine art scanning/printing and Sandra joined three years later to setup the gifts side of the business. The shop stocks great gifts… and in the summer months, many have a nautical theme – fitting nicely with their location! They always have a selection of locally-made items including Harris Tweed bags & purses, hand-painted ceramics, wooden pop-ups, stained glass and quirky signs. www.iolaire.co.uk

velvet Moon, 1203 Argyll Street,

Finnieston, Glasgow

This beautiful, eclectic little gift shop, independently owned, is located in the heart of Glasgow’s vibrant Finnieston area. It’s created with love and filled with quality gifts and cards for every occasion in life. Owner, Brenda, is committed to offering customers a refreshing option to the main high street retailers and she is passionate about supporting and working with local Scottish artists and crafts people. At Velvet Moon, you can always be sure of a warm, friendly welcome, great service and sincere appreciation for your custom. www.velvetmoongifts.co.uk

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Using the finest ingredients and great attention to detail, all our chocolates are hand-crafted to a very high standard. We offer a fully bespoke service.

For further information contact: [email protected] or 07901598964.

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The Loch Kinord Hotel is located in the wee village of Dinnet on the main A93 at the Eastern Gateway to the Cairngom National Park. It’s an ideal location for visiting many castles including Balmoral, golf, fi shing on the River Dee, whisky distilleries, walking, the Cairngorm Mountains and skiing. There are 19 cosy bedrooms, fi ne dining (1 AA Rosette Restaurant), bar meals, Whisky Lounge and a beer garden. Plus we have self-catering woodland lodges. There’s conference space for up to 60, and exclusive use.

Tel: 013398 85229 Email: [email protected]

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Looking for somewhere new for that special break ?

Enjoy a luxury self-catering holiday in this stylish home-from-home in Scotland's Outer Hebrides. This is a special place for couples or families to relax in an area of peaceful, natural beauty, but still only 15 minutes from Stornoway airport. Enjoy fresh air, serene views and all creature comforts.

Tel: +44 (0)1425 483078 Mob: +44 (0)7961 445632Email: [email protected]

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Scottish Giftware designers Fortune Favours the Brave have put a fantastic prize together for you to win in the shape of a *£100 spend online at their fabulous new website, www.fortunefavours.net. Products include Oor Wullie & The Broons gifts, T shirts, Baby wear, Kitchenware and the wonderful wee broon bag. All you have to do to win the prize is email your details to [email protected] and we will pick out a winner.

*Please note £100 spend is for full price goods only. Closing date 1 May 2015.

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Photo-Journal

Start the day right:View of Arran on route to the studio Our studio is one of 9 in West Kilbride

open to the public where you can seeartisanal craft being practiced.

A home from home:We try to make the studio as comfy as possible (we spend a lot of time here!)

Hard Craft:Drawing, Cutting, Stitching

Oops we missed lunch:Time for coffee.

Branding:Chalk pens on the studio windows

Mapwork:Jane stitches contours on her artwork

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Freehand:Jane has probably stitched about 1000

thistles this year.

Inspiration:Visiting the local beach with the girls.

Getting the messages:Usually a visit to the Wee Deli across

the road for lunch.

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Nap time:Maybe if I keep my eyes closed Jane

will do the hoovering…

…it worked!!A tidy shop equals a tidy mind

Done:Time for a gig & a pint

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Juniper & Jane Textiles is a small craft company, established in 2013.Jane Hunter and partner Sam Kilday create textile artwork and also beautiful gifts and homewarefrom their open studio and gift shop in the lovely Ayrshire seaside town of West Kilbride.West Kilbride is Scotland’s only designated Craft Town.

For more behind the scenes images of Juniper & Jane’s work follow them @juniperandjane


About seven years ago, my family and I decided to take a short half-term

camping break. My husband had camped when he climbed mountains as a wifeless young man (happy days he calls them) and I had camped a bit as a child. He dug out his cling-to-the-side-of-Everest teeny tent and we grabbed a much-too-small three-man one from an outdoor shop and off we headed to Arisaig. The kids played outside ‘til they were falling asleep in the sand dunes! And that was it. As a family… we were hooked! Large wheelie suitcases were swapped for squishy bags and we haven’t been on a hotel holiday since.

Now we fill a Land Rover and trailer but still hanker after more gadgets and goodies. Over the years, we’ve tried many items that just haven’t worked or weren’t as good as we expected. Now we have whittled them down to the tried and trusted, we’re confident enough to pass on our recommendations to others. Here’s our advice for first-time campers:

1. Buy or borrow a good tentIt may seem obvious, but the tent has to be fit for purpose. After years of lusting after one, we finally bought a DeWaard Albatross with a gigantic sunshade that looks a bit like a bat wing. Now, this tent is the business on the continent, but we’d never dream of taking it to the West Coast of Scotland, as

it’s not sealed against the dreaded midge! For those trips, we have a retirement bungalow-sized affair which is perfect for the conditions and is super-sturdy in the wind. Cheap tents are fine for sleepovers in the garden or at a festival where you’re probably not planning on using it again but, like most things, if you buy something of quality and look after it…it’ll probably last a very long time.

Top Tip! Practice pitching it in the comfort of your own back garden a few times before you head off! Campers love watching newbies pitching their tents and you don’t want to be the comedy turn of the day!

Eco-grill £10 from www.coolcampshop.com

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2. A comfy mattressWe have a self-inflating mat that is unbelievably comfy for 5cm thick but one of our daughters prefers a blow up thing that is akin to the bed from ‘Princess and the Pea’.

3. A decent panI’m still on the look out for a set of camping cookware that has a decent base. We have a Dutch oven which is great for campfires but the best pan I’ve found for everyday cooking came from Aldi, believe it or not! Non-stick with a thick base; it copes with most things.

Top Tip! Camping stoves and campfires aren’t great at adjustable heat so don’t choose thin pans or your food will burn before it’s cooked!

4. FoodWe all love a barbecue or a campfire. There’s nothing quite like sitting around it warming your toes or toasting marshmallows, but don’t think that you have to survive on sausages. Try and pack pre-cooked or smoked meats to add to paellas or stir-fries. One of our favourites is the meat from a pre-cooked chicken added to some straight to wok noodles and veggies with a hoisin sauce poured over at the end. Takes about ten minutes and feeds a whole family with minimal effort. Take sauces and chutneys that can be used for different things. We love honey…great for brekkie, drizzled over pan-fried chorizo as a mid-afternoon snack and great stirred into meaty sauces to add a tang of sweetness. If you really must, you can also toss your barbecue sausages in too.

Top Tip! Think outside the box and get creative with quick and easy camp food!

5. ToysThese aren’t just for entertaining the kids. We’ve spent so many days playing Frisbee in the rain, or having games tournaments with the kids that it would seem weird now to go camping and not play poker for chocolate buttons. The whole point of camping is taking time out to relax.

Top Tip! Make sure you have a game plan so the kids don’t get bored!

Cool Camp Shop offers camping equipment, stoves, kettles, and a fantastic selection of food treats, toys and kit to compliment your next camping trip. If you’re camping in the Highlands, we can even deliver direct to your pitch!

Our Top 5 Camping Spots

1. Sands Holiday Centre, Gairloch, Wester Ross www.sandsholidaycentre.co.uk

2. Invercaimbe Campsite, Arisaig, Inverness-shire Tel: 01687450375

3. Horgabost Campsite, Isle of Harris Tel: 01859 550386

4. Sango Sands, Durness, Sutherland www.sangosands.com

5. John O’Groat’s Camping and Caravan Site, Caithness Tel: 01955 611329

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Barley Bothy, AberdeenshireBarley Bothy in rural Aberdeenshire (pictured above) is a boutique bolthole that is more rustic glamour than camping, with its shabby chic, upcycled, wooden open-plan interior, two king-sized Highland box beds with star gazing windows, crisp white cotton sheets and snuggly woollen Baavet, flushing vintage loo, fluffy towels and luxurious roll top bath. Sit on the veranda and take in the views and wildlife of the great outdoors. Bring books, switch off and get cosy by the vintage log burner. An ideal place to unwind, get back to nature and spend quality time with loved ones. www.boutiquefarmbothies.co.uk inteReSting FaCt: Barley Bothy recently featured on ‘George Clark’s Amazing Spaces’ (Ch4)

The Four Sisters Boatel, Union Canal, EdinburghThis luxury, four star, self-catering accommodation in the heart of Edinburgh offers a unique experience for the discerning traveller that even the kids will enjoy! She is a purpose-built, permanently moored, static, wide-beam house boat...sleeping up to four adults and

two children comfortably. A double bed-settee is also available in the lounge area to accommodate larger groups. She is definitely not your average houseboat!www.thefoursisters.co.ukinteReSting FaCt: All the culture, nightlife and shopping of the city centre is within walking distance of your floating hotel!

Skye Shepherd Huts, Isle of SkyeRomantic, warm and cosy, Skye Shepherd Huts are set in the spectacular scenery of the Isle of Skye. If you fancy something different yet luxurious, set in a quiet location with stunning views, gorgeously different breakfasts, and love animals, this is the place for you.www.skyeshepherdhuts.co.ukinteReSting FaCt: Breakfast in bed comes as standard...well, you are on holiday!

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There has never been a better time to get out and explore Scotland. The ‘Scottish Staycation’ is now a growing trend with many families choosing to take their main

holiday at home. Here are three out of the ordinary places to try!

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Leaving the city behindWhen I clicked my heels on stage three times and said there was no place like home it was a sentiment I truly believed.

Treading the boards as Dorothy in the Blairgowrie Players’ version of The Wizard of Oz two years ago was a far cry from the world I’d left just months earlier. But I had one thing in common with that pigtailed girl from Kansas. After all, we had both spent a long time trying to make our way home to the country. Her from the land of lions and tigers and bears, oh my... And me? Well, is city life altogether less scary?

When I decided to leave behind my decade-long media career in Glasgow and return to the Perthshire town I had been determined to leave as a teenager, I’m sure many doubted my sanity. City-centric, it can be hard to imagine a life exists outside the hustle and bustle but since my return

Sarah Ramsay writes about the local delights she’s discovered since moving back to her old haunt of Blairgowrie in Perthshire. This lovely town is oozing

with life and has lots to offer; from quaint little gift shops and tea rooms, to award-winning businesses and numerous country pursuits.

Sarah takes us on a whistle-stop tour of Blairgowrie’s high street...

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to Blairgowrie I have discovered there is far more going on than first meets the eye.

There is a hub of local traders always coming up with new ideas to promote Perthshire, a network of people offering fitness classes and a club for every whim. We even have our own award-winning tattooist, Derrick Young of Hammer God Tattoos. Not to mention a Wetherspoon’s, The Fair O’ Blair and Sainsbury’s Local.

A river runs through itTo explain to those who have never passed through (the Royals often do on their way to Balmoral) Blairgowrie and Rattray is a twin burgh in Perth and Kinross. United by an Act of Parliament in 1928, Blairgowrie, the larger of the two, lies on the south-west side of the River Ericht, with Rattray on the north-east side.

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means Plain of Gowrie in Gaelic, lies at the foot of Glenshee and is just half an hour from Perth; since Perth re-acquired city status in 2012, the burgh has become the largest town in Perthshire.

A short distance upstream from the bridge that separates Blairgowrie and Rattray is Cargill’s Leap; an historic site where Donald Cargill, a minister and covenanter, escaped Government troops by jumping over the rocky gorge of the River Ericht, a popular spot for salmon fishermen.

Dinner serviceRunning parallel to the Ericht is Cargill’s Restaurant & Bistro, a family-run business, which has long been a favourite haunt of mine. Owned by Lesley and Ronny McDonald, Cargill’s sources the best local produce and ingredients for use by chef Ronny and his team. As well as delicious meals served throughout the day - their nasi goreng is a particular favourite of mine - they also provide outside catering, a service my family have used readily over the years.

Next door is The Laird’s House. It combines both a café restaurant and a shop stocked with treats for all tastes. Thought has been given to the retail outlet showcasing the work of local creative businesses, with gifts for all budgets. With more than 20 small retailers exhibiting their unique products, many handmade within the Blairgowrie area.

Newly discovered by me is fish restaurant Little’s, located in the town’s Wellmeadow. I had heard great reviews since its opening in 2011 but until my birthday last month had never been. I can’t believe I missed out for so long. Owner Willie Little is well known in the area and has a wealth of experience in the catering industry. Through his fishmongers, Fish in Crieff, Willie has access to the freshest fish that Scottish waters have to offer. They

come daily from Scrabster Market in the North of Scotland so rest assured what you’re eating has travelled from market to plate within 12 hours.

Cafe culture & boutique chicIf you’re looking for lighter bites, The Wee Coffee Shop (their strawberry tarts and ginger pavlova are to die for) and Bradberries never fails to deliver.

Moving up into the centre of the town, there is Diva; a treasure trove of gifts. Diva first opened in Blairgowrie in 1993, mainly selling ethnic clothing. Twenty years later, clothing has given way to a much wider range of jewellery, both silver and costume, and giftware. Handbags, scarves, fascinators, candles and incense also appear on the shelves. If you are looking for a present for a female friend or relative (or yourself) I defy anyone not to find it here.

The Bookshop is an absolute gem. The survival of independent bookshops remains a constant battle but Louise has worked tirelessly to keep this delightful shop fighting. With window displays worth the visit alone, she has introduced her own handmade range of handbags and hats called ‘B the Best’ to give the well-stocked bookshop an added visitor incentive. Catering for all literary leanings, Louise has also introduced a small reading area to relax in and enjoy.

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by neighbouring shops Kate Fleming and James Crockart & Son, the Aladdin’s caves of farmers, fishermen and shooters. If you are ever looking for country and outdoor wear and equipment, both shops are well worth a visit.

Talking of Aladdin’s caves, hardware shop The Two Bells is always worth exploring. Another favourite of mine, All Things Fair, offers an exquisite range of fair trade products including jewellery, bags, accessories and home ware from companies such as Traidcraft, Earth Squared and Manumit. The shop also works within the community by offering a sale or return service for local schools and groups. Anna Bowman, the owner, is passionate about fair trade and established All Things Fair in June 2009 to show that fair trade could be stylish and affordable.

Across the road you’ll find The Blairgowrie Cookshop and Cornerstone Deli. The cookshop is a culinary cornucopia and if you can’t find what you are looking for the owner will go to the moon if she has to in order to get it for you.

Award-winning qualityAnd The Cornerstone Deli, a beautifully designed deli and wine merchant, is a feast in itself. The winner of the Blairgowrie and East Perthshire Tourist Association’s (BEPTA) Love To Eat 2013 award for Best Independent Food Shop, proprietor James Macfarlane has every reason to be proud at a time when the local high street takes on the mighty supermarket.

On the subject of awards, did I also mention our local florist Paula McLagan from Something Special was the well-deserved winner of Young Florist of the Year at last year’s Chelsea Flower Show?

Through the writing of this, if I didn’t know it already, I genuinely believe Blairgowrie

has much to offer and can cater for most needs.

Since joining the Association of Blairgowrie Craftworkers I have met many creatives who make wonders from recycled fabric, turn clay into unusual pieces of pottery and organic soaps to wallow in.

Homegrown talentAs a committee member of The Blairgowrie Players, now in their seventy-sixth year, I’m impressed by the upcoming young talent following in the footsteps of two actors I am proud to call friends.

Firstly, Andrew Clark who had me jumping out of my seat and announcing to the audience, “I know him”… at his unexpected appearance in The Da Vinci Code before going on to become Dr Michael in River City, and receiving critical acclaim for theatre appearances around the world. And Daniel Buckley who has wowed audiences as standby in the lead role of Elder Cunningham in the west end production The Book Of Mormons.

Since returning home, I have discovered that Blairgowrie is a small town with big ideas. Yes, we have our troubles like anywhere across Scotland and there will always be someone waiting to put another down and a yob ready to smash a window, ruining the display of a devoted shopkeeper. But the town has worked hard in recent years to pull itself back from the brink, caused largely by Tesco relocating and a one way system that diverted traffic from its heart, maybe even by the complacency of some businesses who were resistant to change.

But a renaissance is upon us and we didn’t have to fly somewhere over the rainbow to find it.

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Nice to meet you, Sweet Rosie… what sort of jewellery do you make?I specialise in commissions, taking old unworn sentimental pieces of jewellery, melting them down and creating something new. I also have my own range of contemporary jewellery in silver and gold but it can be reproduced in any metal my customer is looking for.

Describe your work space.I work from home so it’s very comfortable. I designed my bench so everything is to hand. Some may look at it and find it messy and cluttered but I know exactly where everything is.

Tell us about your charity links.I was first approached by the Forget-Me-Not Fund to design a piece of jewellery around their logo. It’s a very popular piece as 20% of every sale goes directly to the Beatson Cancer Charity which is a cause so close to so many hearts.

My jigsaw range helps the Emma Cameron Foundation. This really meant a lot to me as the charity was set up by a family from my home village after their daughter died of a rare cancer, so it’s great to be involved in such a positive way.

I also donate to the MND Scotland charity (which gained great exposure recently with the Ice Bucket Challenge) and Rape Crisis.

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I think it’s important to try and help if you can and I get great satisfaction signing cheques for good causes.

What have your highlights of 2104 been?Oh I have many. I was really excited to be asked to design a wedding ring for a girl in America. There must have been loads of places she could have chosen but she picked me! It was a bizarre process as it was all done by email but she loved it and now follows me on my social network sites.

I was also over the moon to be chosen recently for a feature in the Daily Record. It’s given me great exposure and business has never been better.

I love working with brides, not just designing their wedding rings but also the jewellery they wear on the day… and this

year I got to do it all for my sister, right down to the bracelet for her flower girl. It was a very special moment for me to be part of their day in such a big way.

The latest incredible news is that I have just been contacted by the BRIT Awards to submit a design for next year’s celebrity goodie bags! If chosen, my jewellery could be worn by the likes of Beyoncé, Katy Perry, Lily Allen and more. It’s an absolute honour to be asked; I’ll need to get my thinking cap on! Fingers crossed…

Sum up your jewellery style in 5 words.Modern, stylish, contemporary, unique and of course, gorgeous!


Greetings!Funny, quirky, sentimental, celebratory… there’s still

something just lovely about getting a card in the post

with your name on it. These top 11 Scottish designs

have caught our eye.

1. ‘Irn Bru & Fairylights’ www.owlandbrew.com 2. ‘Gaun Yersel’ www.lisadonati.co 3. ‘Moustaches’ www.twittwoo-cards.co.uk 4. ‘Teacups’ www.hipsterspinster.co.uk 5. ‘Deer of Friendship’ www.ailsablack.com 6. ‘Xmas Kisses’ www.designedbysarah.co.uk 7. ‘Lovebirds’ www.lucyshandmadecards.com 8. ‘Sophie the Duck’ www.cherithharrison.com 9. ‘Wee Windaes’ www.jennidouglas.co.uk 10. ‘Lang May Yer Lum Reek’ www.gloryandadornment.co.uk 11. ‘There’s Been a Murder’ www.eathaggis.com

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1. ‘Crab’ Tea Towel £8.50 by Natty Maid www.nattymaid.co.uk 2. ‘Charles Rennie Mackintosh’ Tea Towel £9.50 by Eat Haggis www.eathaggis.com 3. ‘Scottish Alphabet’ Tea Towel £7.00 by Fortune Favours the Brave www.fortunefavours.net 4. ‘Victorian Oatcakes’ Tea Towel £5.70 by Gillian Kyle www.gilliankyle.com 5. ‘Scotland Mapped Out’ Tea Towel £13.50 by Couthie www.couthie.co.uk 6. ‘Scottie Dog’ Tea Towel £9.95 by Cherith Harrison www.cherithharrison.com ILL

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I t is the picture of a lusty poet that has often plagued Burns and tarnished our

image of his relationships, especially with his wife Jean Armour. Burns did of course marry Jean, whom he met as a young man in 1784 and married in 1788, and they had nine children together.

The Robert Burns Birthplace Museum lets visitors encounter the complex character of Scotland’s Bard and the physical traces of his life that make up the biggest collection of Burnsiana in the world. Chris Waddell is the Learning Manager of the museum and he has answered some questions about Burns, love and poetry.

Who would you say was Burns’ greatest love?I think ultimately it was Jean Armour (his wife). Highland Mary and ‘Clarinda’ (Agnes McLehose) are often thought of as likely candidates, but these were - compared to Jean - fairly fleeting affairs (indeed it’s not

known if his relationship with Clarinda was ever consummated, many Burnsians firmly believe it was not, and was a relationship conducted entirely on paper).Jean was a constant in Robert’s life and despite the captivating allure of the society women in Edinburgh and the great houses of Scotland, it was Jean that he wound up with. Also, we must consider Burns’ social status; many of the women he flirted with were society figures like Clarinda. Thus, their social standing meant that – attractive as Burns was to them – he, as a farmer and a man of no great means would have been considered entirely unsuitable and should any dalliance be made public, it would be the ruination of them. So it was Jean he loved, and his Jean that he returned to. And, despite all she had to put up with, it was Jean who truly loved Robert.

Was Burns really the womaniser he has been made out to be?Burns certainly loved women – he was

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Robert Burns was an expert in the many facets of love and he used his poetic skill to express love’s infinite variety. A mother’s anguish at her

son’s death. His own proud love for a daughter fathered out of wedlock. The new found passionate lust for

a bonnie lass.

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romantically inclined and many women served as muses or sources of inspiration for his poetic work. He was no slouch, that’s for sure! History, however, has painted a different picture and we often see Burns portrayed as a womaniser. I think his very public status at the time and the cult which has grown up in the intervening 200 years since his death has allowed his legend as a ladies’ man to grow, but that is simply because he has been in the public eye for so long and every aspect of his life scrutinised so minutely. In truth, he was probably no more a player than many men of his day, but history has simply treated his contemporaries differently, their stories have faded, Burns has grown – and continues to do so.

He has been called a pre-Romantic; was his poetry a forerunner of the Romantics’ or was he purely a man of romance; consumed by love, passion and empathy?I believe he was a pre-Romantic. I recently

heard a very eminent Burnsian describe him as the ‘Morning-star of the Romantic movement’. His romantic inclinations aside, his adherence to landscape and the natural word would certainly place him under this banner. I suppose if we examine his bearing on the great poets of the subsequent generation it may offer us an insight into his influence on Romanticism: both Wordsworth and Keats undertook pilgrimages to Burns Cottage in Alloway. This has to say something about the far reaching consequences of his effect on these great men.

Do you think Scots is a language of love?Well I think so! It’s a very warm language, history attempts to confine it to the recesses of a couthy past (which is grossly unfair – in reality it is still widely used by about 1.6 million native speakers making it one of the most vital minority languages in Europe). Ask yourself this, would ‘My Luve is Like a Red, Red Rose’ or ‘Ae Fond Kiss’ - that great piece about love and loss – would these convey the same depth of feeling or heartache if delivered in English? They work because Burns as the composer pours his very heart and soul into them: this is his native tongue, utilised without affectation and we are allowed a glimpse into his innermost romantic thoughts!

So yes, it’s a language of love, but only because it is a language of everyday life. It is also a language of hate, anger, lust, fear, work, death and all the elements that make up the human condition. It is the language of the Scots, and we are – after all – flesh and blood.

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I always look forward to a Friday morning. after our

little ones are safely deposited at playgroup, my friend Margaret and i go for a coffee. it’s our time to chill. Two hours straight of blissful, switch-off, uninterrupted, us-time.

but more than the excited catch-up chats and relaxy, mummy time... it means something else… something newly discovered that i actually look forward to each week. it’s a little, secret, luxury delight: a brown paper-wrapped, velvet- frosted, utterly-amazing... carrot-cake cupcake! The kind that makes you close your eyes and make a little mmmm noise with your first bite. I know. It’s a cake. but, you see, i’m not a cake person. you really, really need to try one. They are made

by super-talented, in-house baker, Giliian (picture top right), and they’re causing quite a stir! it is a fact: strathaven Gallery, has the tastiest, most beautiful cakes and they are raved about by the locals and visitors alike!

TransformationThe Gallery is owned and run by

lucy dawson, a photographer and mum-of-two, originally hailing from the isle of islay. lucy bought the disused snooker hall a few years ago and immediately set to work, completely upgrading the interior, and, with the help of local tradesmen, transformed it into a wonderful, contemporary, scottish-inspired space, which is not only child-friendly; kids are actually made very welcome here. Mums, dads and grannies are wholly

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encouraged to visit the gallery with their babies & children. an unusual idea that expensive art work, young children and hot coffee should be mixed. but it really works. and it is appreciated greatly by many other mums in the area too.

Warm welcomein through the front door and a warm, cheery, early-morning ‘hello’ greets us...usually from two or three staff at once. We settle ourselves down at a comfy, leather couch and low oak table (made locally by The baldy Carpenter). No sooner have we settled, than our smiley, familiar waitress arrives to take our order. There’s no need to write it down - she’s merely looking for clarification that it’s still ‘same as usual?’

our surroundings are beautiful and truly unique as a lanarkshire venue.

it exudes quality, luxury and attention to detail. Wood. Whitewash. beams. art. driftwood. a splash of olive green. The incredible aroma of freshly brewed coffee. From the chunky, wooden furniture and the central chimney feature, to the islay-sourced soup crockery made by Persabus Pottery and the fact that the (beautifully-stocked) loo is complete with a range of nappies, baby wipes & tissues, in case you’ve forgotten to bring anything – everything is presented with a simple elegant style that makes you feel like you’re somewhere special, but at the same time, able to relax and feel right at home.

art for saleThe high walls of the gallery are adorned with striking, purchasable art pieces and stunning, framed photographs in keeping with the Gallery’s ‘simply scottish’ ethos. Textured canvases of stag, elegant highland cow illustrations, panoramic scottish photography of rolling hills and high peaked

mountains, as well as driftwood crafts… all grace the interior. hand-made gifts, prints and crafts are decoratively strewn over open dresser cabinets and shelves – many by local designers and artists – all reasonably priced, offering visitors affordable luxury and choice.

Quirky venueThe large, creative space has dual-purpose, in that it’s a showcase gallery/ gift shop and café/venue too. it is regularly hired out as a quirky venue for get-togethers, art classes, Christmas shopping nights, live music events and exhibitions. but as lucy will say, it’s a gallery first and a café/ venue second. i can say, though, as a regular, that they serve the most delicious coffee, teas, cakes and soup of anywhere i’ve been to of late and, as both an upmarket gallery and cafe experience, it rivals anywhere in Glasgow or edinburgh. and that carrot cake cupcake... ahhh!

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Our surroundings are beautiful and truly unique as a

Lanarkshire venue.

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SuperjamSuperjam is a range of 100% fruit jams created by Scottish entrepreneur Fraser Doherty MBE. After being taught to make jam by his grandmother at the age of fourteen, he came up with a way of making jam 100% from fruit - without adding sugar or additives. The brand has won more than 20 awards and sold millions of jars through thousands of supermarkets around the world.

The Wee Fudge CompanyWith lip-smacking flavours likeHebridean SeaSalt & Caramel; Cranachan; White Chocolate withSicilian Lemon; and Madagascan Vanilla - that taste even better than they sound… it’s no wonder that Fairy Fudgemother (aka Joyce Brady) keeps stacking up award wins. This year she won a Great Taste Award for her delicious Hebridean Sea Salt fudge; ‘Best Home-based Business’ in the East Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce Awards and a finalist place in the Scotland Food and Drink Excellence Awards.

Caithness ChocolateBased in Wick, Caithness Chocolate produces the most delectable artisan chocolate products. Gourmet truffles, bars, drops, figures and dairy-free – everything is freshly crafted by hand using fine chocolate made from sustainably grown cocoa beans. Owner, Ruth, loves to experiment with unusual flavours and a browse on their online shop will have you drooling over striking cocoa combos including blood orange, peanut butter, Tonka bean caramel, Earl Grey tea and Caithness honey.

Being cheesy, just got easy! Making cheese is fast, simple and delicious. In around an hour you could be enjoying your very own homemade cheese. All it takes is a Big Cheese Making Kit, some milk and a little love. Each Kit makes at least 10 batches and around 900g of cheese per batch…yummy. The range includes: Mozzarella & Ricotta, Goat’s Cheese, Kids Kit and Scottish Crowdie. You can also find a delicious range of hampers on the Big Cheese website. All in all the ideal foodie gifts for cheese-lovers everywhere!

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miTchEll’s dEli, 110-112 market street, st andrews, Fife, Ky16 2Pba well-known café, restaurant and deli, Mitchell’s serves the freshest local scottish produce. They have a vast selection of own label wines, local craft beers, as well as delicious freshly baked breads from barnett’s bakers in anstruther. Their walls are even adorned with the work of many local artists!

offering a popular blend of the tastiest deli produce alongside a homely atmosphere, their menu caters to breakfasts, brunches, sandwiches and a list of hearty mains with pies and stews, as well as a regular supper Club with sharing boards and wine! With an ever-enticing calendar of live music and events, there is always some form of activity to look forward to at Mitchell’s.

da claudio, 388 brandon street, motherwell, lanarkshire, ml1 1XaThis lovely family-run, italian restaurant prides itself on exceptional service and high quality food. a friendly welcome from arthur at the door and you know you’re going to be well looked after. The clientele is broad; proof that the restaurant appeals to all and that this little find in the heart of lanarkshire is a popular place indeed.

every month, da Claudio organises an italian-themed night with a 5-course menu and live italian music which has proved to be a great success! The menu is wide and varied from classic pastas and fish dishes, an ever-changing specials board and a great choice for kids. our must-order dish is the saltimbocca alla Claudio (veal topped with ham and cheese in a cream sauce)… followed by our favourite limoncello & Grand Marnier cocktail!

We are on a mission to discover scotland’s best, must-eat-in restaurants. delicious food, quirky surroundings, wonderful hosts…

we want to know the ones you love!To suggest your restaurant or to nominate a favourite place to feature on

www.madeinscotlandmag.co.uk please contact us at [email protected].

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Haggis Truffles (serves 4 for a starter - 2 per portion)

Ingredients: • 320g seasoned Simon Howie

minced beef• 160g Simon Howie Original Haggis• 50g Medium Oatmeal• 50g Breadcrumbs• 2 whole eggs beaten

Method:1. Weigh minced beef

into 40g portions2. Weigh haggis into 20g

and make into a ball shape3. Roll minced beef portions into a ball

shape and flatten out with palm of hand.

4. Place a ball of haggis into the middle of the minced beef and fold to create a round shape, completely encasing the haggis

5. Mix oatmeal and breadcrumbs together

6. Lightly roll in plain flour, then into beaten egg and coat in oatmeal and breadcrumb mixture.

7. Place onto an ovenproof baking tray and cook in pre-heated oven Gas mark 6, 200 C for approximately 20 minutes.

8. Remove and keep warm

Two Ways with HaggisBased at Findony Farm in Perthshire and with butcher shops in Perth and Auchterarder, renowned butcher Simon Howie knows his stuff about the best Scottish produce. He shares with us, two of his favourite ways to serve haggis.

For more information and other delicious recipes visit www.thescottishbutcher.comi

Haggis Pithivier (serves 2)

Ingredients:• 4 x 100mm diameter puff pastry discs

2mm thick• 2 x 55g balls of Simon Howie Original

Haggis• 30g bashed cooked neeps• 2 slices of par cooked

potato discs 60mm in diameter 2mm thick

Method:1. Place puff pastry discs

onto a lightly floured surface2. Place 1 disc of potato onto middle of

pastry3. Spoon neeps 15g on top of potato4. Slightly flatten ball of simon Howie

haggis and place on top5. Lightly brush edges with beaten egg6. Place other pastry disc on top to

completely enclose haggis. Seal edges well

7. Rest for 10mins8. Cook in a pre-heated oven at 190

for 25-30mins on a non-stick tray or baking parchment paper lined tray

9. Serve with roasted vegetables and whisky sauce


C an you think of a nicer way to spend a sunny Sunday afternoon than

sitting down to tea and cake in spectacular surroundings?

And this was not just any cake. The Scottish Baking Awards 2014 were being held at Mar Hall, the 5-star hotel, golf and spa resort on the outskirts of Glasgow with breath-taking views across the River Clyde towards the Kilpatrick Hills.

We were here on this last Sunday in September to experience the very best that Scotland had to offer cake-wise in more ways than one; Scotland’s magnificent scenery and hospitality was simultaneously being showcased to the world at Gleneagles with the last day of the Ryder Cup, putting the icing on the cake.

The Scottish Baking Awards has been running since 2009 and is the brainchild of Melanie Andrews, Professional Chef, Master Baker, writer and owner of

the Craigard Tearoomschain. Melanie has single-handedly promoted Scottish baking as a traditional craft and skill that we should be shouting about from the rooftops; visitors to Scotland should be enjoying and lauding the quality baking that is produced up and down the country, from the very best ingredients that Scotland has to offer.

A masterchef hostThis year, Melanie introduced the lovely Sue Lawrence, presenter, cook, food writer and BBC’s Masterchef in 1991 to host the event. What a great host she was, not only showing her own enthusiasm and excitement in promoting the event but also in her welcome to both the presenters of the awards and the winners themselves. As an author of 13 books including ‘A Cook’s Tour of Scotland’, ‘Scottish Kitchen’ and her latest offering ‘Scottish Baking’ , the character and uniqueness

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of Scottish baking as a hidden gem, a missed opportunity in tourism and culture, is obviously close to Sue’s heart.

Bakers from all over Scotland, from Shetland to the Borders have been visited and assessed over the last few months by Melanie and her team of judges, and with the nominations in for the various categories, the event was very well attended. There was a much civilised clink of teacups, outstretching of pinkies and buzz of conversation as we helped ourselves to the beautiful afternoon tea of dainty sandwiches, delightful scones and delicious cakes.

We were treated to some fantastic live music from the young Celtic folk band, Reely Jiggered, winners of the O2 ABC Soundwave Music Competition 2014. Their mix of traditional and global folk music, a kind of hotchpotch of Scottish /Mexican /Cuban rhythms, set toes tapping and hands clapping as they played a variety of tunes to a very appreciative audience.

An outstanding achievementIt was inspiring to hear all the winners talk about their work and their delight in the recognition of excellence that the award brings to them. Each of them share a dedication to producing the very best, from the best ingredients, true to traditional baking and outstanding in service and value.

Every winner truly deserved the accolade but my particular favourite was the Award for Outstanding Achievement, presented to the ladies from the Macmillan Coffee Shop in Perth. They have been supplying fantastic home baking in the coffee shop since its opening in 1991, served over the years by some 150 volunteers and 30-40 home bakers. All proceeds from the coffee shop go to help cancer patients in Perth and Kinross and each year the profits are handed over to the local Macmillan Support Group. In total, over the years the Coffee Shop has donated an unbelievable £750, 000.

Now that calls for a sit down, a cup of tea and a nice piece of cake!

To see a full list of the 2014 nominees & winners visit www.scottishbakingawards.co.uk

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allan mcEnroe is a self-taught artist from stirlingshire, who creates dramatic art pieces using up-cycled aluminium cans and other recycled items. We chat to him about how this unusual style came about and what’s on the horizon.

We were excited to recently discover your striking work. Tell us a bit about it.Well, i use materials otherwise classed as throw away rubbish, i guess, and i try to create visually eye-catching works of art; pieces that will hopefully make you stop, smile and maybe think as well. We live in a throw-away culture today, but so many things around us, can be used for other purposes.

Where did you get the idea to create art out of scraps of aluminium?basically, my partner and i used to drink a

fair amount of diet irn bru and other soft drinks, going through nine or so cans each week. one day while collecting them to put into the recycling bin, i had an idea from nowhere: what if i could use these in my work some way or another? I thought it was a shame to throw out what, in my eyes, was such a nice, shiny material. i’d say i have always seen beauty in things otherwise overlooked.

How do you prepare your materials and what process is involved?From collecting the cans, to placing each tiny, individual shape onto a piece i’m working on, there is a six-stage process that each aluminium can goes through before it is ready to be used. Washing each can is the first step… but I won’t give away much more than that. All I’ll say is that it’s finger-slicingly good fun! The timescale per piece can range from a couple of hours, to days, or even weeks on larger scale projects. The more detailed and complex, the longer it will take. i often go back and forward to a piece, and usually work on a few at a time. My longest to date took 54 hours on and off. i sometimes suffer from stiff neck and back pain due to being hunched over concentrating on fine detail. It’s all part of my process i guess you’d say.

What’s the most satisfying aspect of your work?overall, the most satisfying part is presenting someone, who has been good enough to commission me, with their piece of work. second to this, is the satisfaction of seeing a large scale piece come together piece by piece; i get excited seeing it forming.

How do you see your work developing?Going forward? Well, I have always been creative, even as a small child. For example, Im

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I would find sticks, peel the bark and make little men characters from them! My art just reflects me being me and doing what i love. i have often said, if I did this for financial reasons, i’d have given up long ago. i adore creating my works and it’s unreal to me that people actually are interested in work i do and feel they want to commission me. i feel blessed, honestly!

In the first few months of 2015 I hope to hold an exhibition of totally brand new, unseen works; bigger better and shiner than before, so please do keep an eye on my Facebook page for ticket info and dates. i would also really like to show my work in a national space either in scotland or elsewhere in the UK, so if anyone can

help… do let me know. i’ll keep creating work and see where it takes me. one thing is for sure, many more cuts are to come for me in 2015!

How can our readers get hold of an original piece?if you are interested in commissioning a custom, one-off piece of work from

me or buying an existing piece, then the first step would be to send me an email to [email protected] or message me through my Facebook page www.facebook.com/allanisart to discuss further.

For further information, please visit www.allanisart.comi

My art just reflects me being me and doing what I love


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edinburgh sketcher 97Fe Clark art 98Gillian Park art 99Haven House Art 100hipster spinster 9Jean Hall Painting 101Jonathan Dowling Art 101Juniper & Jane 54Just Braw 102Layout Lines 103Light Grey Editions 104L I N E S 104Louise Jarvis Art 104Made in Glasgow 105Misericordia 106MOKA Pottery 105Moocoo 107North Highlands Art 108Oh Lizzy 108Paper Snapdragon 118The Papercut Artist 113Ruth Slater Artist 109Sheila Maclean Art 110Tartan Connections 111The Grey Earl 112

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making adiFFErEncE

A ctress, mhairi Calvey, was born in Glasgow and grew up on the beautiful

isle of arran. she started acting when she was just five, playing the role of ‘Young Murron’ in Mel Gibson’s movie Braveheart, and going on to have lead roles in films Any Minute Now, Five Pillars, Gemini and more recently Abduct. she is a real advocate of Scottish film talent both at home and in the Usa and now, after her own personal battle with depression, Mhairi has started a cause to help fight mental illness.

“i call it my brad Pitt moment. it was my third year out of drama school. i was in and out of hospitals because a lump was found on my ovary. only unpaid acting jobs were being advertised and I had £30 in the bank. everyone around me was giving me the clichéd lecture, starting with the line, ‘Give up the acting and get a real job’. a week after my operation, my seven year relationship ended and i lost my home. Throughout this i was battling depression which had become increasingly worse. i remember thinking, ‘This is not meant to be my life.’ The whole time, however, i had this overwhelming drive to never give up. i used to list all the actors who had struggled: Meryl streep, al Pacino, robert de Niro, brad Pitt...

“it’s been a year almost to the day, and my life is very different. i worked with

therapist angela Whitlock and my health is back both physically and mentally. i’ve just wrapped on a feature film as a lead and now live with my boyfriend. i signed with a

wonderful agent, started my own company called Key screen Productions and i’m on the board of directors for eye Films.

“how did i get to this wonderful new place in my life in a year? I eat well, exercise and meditate. i do what i love every day. i see a positive in every negative. i changed the way my mind thinks … but if it wasn’t for the

help i was lucky enough to receive, i know it could have been a different outcome.

“This year i set up “think differently, do differently” – a Facebook page. every week i put mind exercises, tips and other key information on there to give people instant help in the hope that i can end the stigma which comes with depression and help people who are battling mental health issues. My plan is to grow ‘Think differently, do differently’ into a charity. i need your help to spread the word by sharing the Facebook page to raise awareness. you could help someone and possibly save a life. let’s beat depression together.”

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adorable scottish

cards & gifts

www.regalandroyal.co.ukRegalandRoyalf

Winner of the 2014 Scottish Baking

Awards Sugarcraft Cake Category

Cakes of Distinction

Award winning jewellery. Made in [email protected]

www.sheilakerrjewellery.com

Award winning jewellery. Made in ScotlandAward winning jewellery. Made in Scotland


A fantastic game of tactics, strategy and ruthlessness. Very simple to learn but tricky to master. Suitable for 2-6 players from the age of 8 to awfy auld! It’s cunningly simple and simply cunning!

www.stramashgames.co.uk

The Scottish Board Game

Timeless, ethereal, enigmatic, captivating...Sheila MacLean Art

www.sheilamaclean.co.uk

1 James Street, Helensburgh, Argyll, G84 8AS www.haveashooftie.co.uk

Shooftie Gallery Helensburgh’s Showcase for

local original arts & crafts

Come and have a Shooftie!

Original work from 45 hand picked arts & craft makers, now exhibiting in this exciting new venue.

Romantic. Warm and cosy. Stunning views. Breakfast in bed. Donkeys, dogs, cats, hens. Dogs welcome. A Shepherd Hut break is just what you’re looking for!

www.skyeshepherdhuts.co.uk

www.spicepots.com

Spice Pots are Indian Spice blends, each with a recipe card, to make great curries simple.

St Andrews 4 – 8 March

poetry · performance · films · installations music · workshops · talks · exhibitions

9 0 e v e n t s – 6 0 p o e t s w w w . s t a n z a p o e t r y . o r g

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Anchor Lane, Johnshaven, DD10 0EN

“A treasure trove of original, affordable British art & craft.”

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Unique bags and accessories, designed and handmade in Edinburgh

www.stripykat.uk

Sweet Rosie has been making gorgeous jewellery for over 15 years. Based in Glasgow we work closely with clients to create their perfect piece of jewellery. Specialising in one-off pieces from bespoke engagement and wedding rings to personalised cufflinks and charms plus our own range of contemporary designer collections.

For new pieces and events follow us on Facebook Sweet Rosie and Twitter@sweetrosiejewel

www.sweetrosie.co.uk tel: 07960 533 328







Sweet Rosie has been making gorgeous jewellery for over 15 years. Specialising in one-off pieces from bespoke engagement and wedding rings to personalised cuffl inks and charms.We also have a range of our own contemporary designer collections, making beautiful jewellery available for everyone.





Unique Celtic Design Jewellery handcrafted in the Scottish Highlands.

TAIN SILVER

www.tainsilver.com

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Harris Tweed Baby shoes and other gifts

www.tartanbutterfly.co.uk tartanbutterfly tartanbutterfly

Handmade in Aberfoyle, Scotland

A unique concept, mosaics are

personalised art in tartan - handstitched

and handwoven on the beautiful

Isle of Bute.

www.tartanconnections.com www.tattimole.co.uk

Handbags hand made in YOUR

tartan


HARRIS TWEED CUSHIONS AND ACCESSORIES

WWW.THECANNYSQUIRREL.CO.UK

Green tea blends with a difference...

www.teapotpourri.co.uk

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The River Tay Candle Company

Hand-made, beautifully-scented soy wax candles

from our studio on the banks of the River Tay

www.rivertaycandles.co.uk

Tel 0131 663 8320 Mobile 079 02935 710

Email [email protected]

Fascinators by

Carol Anne Smithwww.thetinyhatcompany.co.uk

Promoting Scotland's Rich Heritage

[email protected]: 44(0)141 291 5999 or 44(0)7973 942382

www.TrulyTrulyTartan.co.uk

Truly Hand Made in Scotlandfreshly made bath & body treats

[email protected] 0131 621 7028www.thescottishsoapworks.co.uk


SHOP. EAT. DRINK. UNWIND. REPEAT.DRYGATE, 85 DRYGATE, GLASGOW G4 0UT

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Scotland’s boutique wedding event

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Luxurious furnitureHAND MADE DESIGNS AND INTERIOR ACCESSORIES BY

VINELLA & KRUPA

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Hand poured natural wax candles, moisturising soaps, room diffusers and bespoke vintage

glassware using our own evocative fragrances

www.wildernessatheart.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1224-943504

Weft Blown Weather inspired weaving!!!!!!! !

http://weftblown.com

Custom bobble hats designed and hanDmade

in Glasgow, Scotland. WONKYWOOLIES.COM

Save 10% on your next orderEnter: MISMAG10 at the checkout page

Quirky handbags, scarves and cushions created from Harris Tweed, adorned with velvet, feathers and contrasting lining

www.wildburdaccessories.co.uk

Wild Burd Accessories

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Handmade Harris

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Adore Baby 91Aileen Keys 91Ailleas Designs 63Ailsa Black 91Alison Moore Designs 32Allium 91Andy Murray Designs 92A’Nead Hand Knitwear 91Angelcake Designs 92Angels’ Share Glass 38Animac 92Anna Wright 92Annie Woolston 92A Pair of Blue Eyes 5Arran Apartments 92ARC Creative Jewellery 92Artisan Dozen 93Artology 93Badger & Baird 93Barras Art and Design (BAaD) 93Bea Zartez 93Beach Art 93Belle Haven Chalet 93Berry Good 93Biggar Gallery 94Blackbird Alley 94Black Rock Textiles 94Blue Thistle Weddings 94Bonnie Bling 94Bothyart 94Braw Beard Oils 94Burnside Designs 94

Buyakilt.com 95Caithness Chocolate 73Caron Ironside Design 95Charlotte Hannett Jewellery 95Cherith Harrison Gifts 31Chocolat Blanc 52Circus 3D Art 95Cloudberry Gift & Coffee Shop 26Couthie 96Crafts & Things 106Craft Town Scotland 96Crossing Parallels 96Cushion & Cake 96Da Claudio 74Dave Hunt Photography 96Dawn Maciocia 106Diarydoll 48 Dibujo Design 96Diedodoa 96Dotty Designs 97Dragonfly Sun 97Dunmore Scotland 97Dwelling Bird 97Eat Haggis 97Edinburgh Printmakers 97Edinburgh Sketcher 97Eleanor Barron 97Ellen Catherine 98Ellis Mhairi Cameron 98Emma Dickie Designs 98Fabulous Black 98FE Clark Art 98

Fernweh 98Finzean Estate 72Flowers in the Field 98Forever Scented 99Fortune Favours the Brave 120Fou Furnishings 99Fuzzylime 99Galloway Chillies 99Gayfield Creative Spaces 99Genna Design 99Gillian Hunt Photography 99Gillian Kyle 31Gillian Park Art 99Ginger Twist Studio 100Glory & Adornment 100Gordon Nicolson Kiltmaker 119Gourmet Dog Treats 100Hannah Joy Scott 100Hastingwood Basket Works 100Haven House Art 100Hazelmadeit 9Heather Margaret Grace 100Hey Jenny Jenny 101Hipster Spinster 9Jean Hall Painting 101Jenny Grace Jewellery 101Jill Kirkham Textiles 101Jo Black Designs 101Jonathan Dowling Art 101Joy Tots 101Julia Cunningham 102Juliebee 102

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Junction Arts 102Juniper & Jane Textiles 54Just Be Botanicals 102Just Braw 102Kanshi Jewellery 102K Creations Edinburgh 102Kennett 103Khusus Unique Bags 103Kimberley Armstrong Glass Art 103Lark & Lily Designs 103Layout Lines 103Lazy Sunday 103Leah Carroll 59Lewis Longhouse 52Light Grey Editions 104Lil Bubba Things 104LINES 104Lisa Donati 104Little Legs Kilts 104Louise Jarvis Art 104Love Ellie 63Lucy Donnell 105Lucy’s Handmade Cards 104Mactees 105Made in Glasgow 105Maisie & Mac 105MAMi Designs 105Marchmont Gallery 105Marram Studio 105Mary Jean 106McLaggan Smith Mugs 106McRostie 106Milomade 106Mimi & Will 106Misericordia 106Miss Dixiebelle 107MOKA Pottery 105

Moocoo 107Mo’s Cookie Dough 107Mrs Jones – Passion in the Baking 3Multicoloured Daydreams 37My Cherry Pie 9Natty Maid 107NB Gin 107North Highlands Art 108Off With Her Head Millinery 108Oh Lizzy 108One Big Picture 108Owl & Brew 108Paper Snapdragon 118Printed + Co 108Rachel Elliott Glassworks 109Regal & Royal 109Rock Rose Gin 109Ruth Slater Artist 109Sarah Catherine Designs 109Scottish Linen 109Sea Drift Argyll 109Sheila Kerr 109Sheila Maclean 110Shooftie 110Skye Shepherd Huts 58Solway Blankets 110Spice Pots 110Stanza Poetry Festival 110Starfish Studio 110Strathaven Gallery 70Stramash Games 110Stripykat 111Supernature Oils 111Susanna Hanl 111Sweet Rosie Jewellery 64Tain Silver 111Tartan Butterfly 111

Tartan Connections 111

Tattimole 111

Tatty Rose 112

Teapotpourri 112

The Caledonian Oyster Co 112

The Canny Squirrel 112

The Crafters’ Roadshow 12

The Dulaig 112

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The Hunter Press 112

The Marshmallow Lady 9

The Occasional Cake Co 112

The Papercut Artist 113

The River Tay Candle Co 113

The Scottish Soap Works 113

The Tiny Hat Co 113

The Vintage Wedding Show 114

The Wardrobe 113

The Wee Fudge Company 73

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Truly Truly Tartan 113

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Much more than just kiltmakers, family-run GNK combine traditional skills with contemporary styling to provide original ranges of authentic and inspired products.

Gordon and team offer unrivalled advice on Highlandwear etiquette when creating an outfi t, placing an emphasis on each individual customers own style and comfort.

GNK proudly support traditional skills and craftspeople, promoting our Scottish heritage and valued methods. Kilts are made in store and our Tartan Design service is a speciality. We also offer handmade tartan & tweed accessories, homewares & Scottish knitwear.

http://nicolsonkiltmakers.comwww.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoullyMakes

Cath Waters is a photographer and

digital artist living in central Scotland.

She uses creative photographic techniques to capture the essence

of the landscape then combines her photography with digital images

of painting, watercolour washes, crackle glazes and textures of

peeling varnish, fabric, crumbling plaster, scratched metal... all sorts of

unusual things to create her unique style of digital mixed media collages.

Affordable limited edition prints, cards, mugs, gifts and stationery and more.

To see more visit www.papersnapdragon.co.uk

Much more than just kiltmakers, family-run GNK combine traditional skills with contemporary styling to provide original ranges of authentic and inspired products.

Gordon and team offer unrivalled advice on Highlandwear etiquette when creating an outfi t, placing an emphasis on each individual customers own style and comfort.

GNK proudly support traditional skills and craftspeople, promoting our Scottish heritage and valued methods. Kilts are made in store and our Tartan Design service is a speciality. We also offer handmade tartan & tweed accessories, homewares & Scottish knitwear.

http://nicolsonkiltmakers.comwww.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoullyMakes

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Tea Towels Aprons Bags

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