Some of the oldest wild history comes from the forests and woodlands of Scotland. Birch trees, Scots Pine trees, Juniper & Holly date back to as early as 7000BC. In those times forests were more abundant than human populations. There are tales of early Druids lighting Scots Pine bonfires at the Winter Solstice, to celebrate…

What Wild Flowers (and other plants) might you spot in the Glens? Walking the Glens in the summer can offer a varied landscape. You might start the day in brilliant sunshine, experience full force winds, misty hill tops and more than a couple of rain showers. Then the weather will return once again to sunshine….

In a world where fast fashion dominates our experience with textiles. It is a huge privilege to be given the opportunity to make a garment slowly and with artistry and care. I love hand weaving but the reason why I create hand woven textiles is to offer designs that are timeless. Fabrics that have a…

Why story plaids? I have a love of traditional pattern. A love of Traditional patterns I have woven fabrics since 2014 but I have loved traditional patterns since a child. Twills, herringbone and houndstooth patterns were part of my childhood as a farmer’s daughter in Dorset. Since living in Scotland I have felt moved to…

Now we’re into 2022 Gretchen’s story plaid has finally been hand woven. There was a small delay as I finished an earlier commission. It was important to dedicate the time needed to make this plaid personal and a high quality textile to be loved for many years. Here’s a few of Gretchen’s inspiration images I…