From handwoven tweed to handmade crafts and jewellery, there are plenty of gift ideas from Scotland and you’re bound to find something special for every occasion.
Scotland is home to many crafters, artists and creatives who are constantly inspired by the country’s stunning scenery and heritage to create beautiful gifts that are meant to be shared and cherished with your loved ones.
Take a look at some of them here…
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Accessories from Harris Tweed®
© SuppliedHarris Tweed® is handwoven in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland from pure virgin wool.
Not only is the wool spun and dyed on the island, the tweed has to be handwoven at the weavers own home. Harris Tweed® is the only tweed in the world governed by Act of Parliament 1993, which safeguards the fabric.
Nestled in the bustling heart of Tarbert, Isle of Harris, Harris Tweed® Isle Of Harris is a family business that specialises in all things Harris Tweed®.
It stocks a wide range of cloth, ladies and gents jackets, slippers and shoes, hats, bags and a wide range of accessories – perfect gifts for any occasion.
The bags and accessories are made with Harris Tweed® and real leather apart from the vegan collection.
Harris Tweed® also sells the cloth from 1/4 of a metre that’s suitable for various craft projects.
Worldwide shipping is available through the Harris Tweed® Isle Of Harris website.
You can also call on 01859 502040 / 502505.
Jewellery from Karen Duncan
© SuppliedKaren Duncan was born in Orkney and grew up on Burray, one of the southern isles of Orkney. While still at school she started making jewellery. Her hobby grew into a passion and then a full-time profession spanning over 30 years.
From her workshop on the island of Burray, Karen creates distinctive and beautifully finished pieces, which incorporate geometric shapes and intricate detail, inspired by the shapes and textures of the Orkney landscape and its rich heritage.
With stunning views overlooking Water Sound and one of the Churchill Barrier’s which link her home island of Burray to the Orkney mainland, Karen’s workshop is where she is happiest. The view from the window provides daily inspiration for new designs, allowing Karen to experiment with different textures and colours, perfecting each piece before it is crafted, finished and packaged up ready for sale. Her versatility, understanding of materials and attention to detail result in jewellery made with passion, care and precision, delivered from her home to your home.
Have a little piece of Orkney when you purchase jewellery on Karen Duncan’s website.
Spirits from Badachro Distillery
© Supplied by various Scottish busThe story behind Badachro Distillery is like something out of a fairy tale. Owners Gordon and Vanessa Quinn met at the Badachro Inn, married 12 weeks later, travelled the world, then returned to their spiritual home to set up the distillery.
But if that early whirlwind romance seems ripped straight from the pages of Hans Christian Andersen, the distillery’s fortunes have since taken it to the top of the bestseller list.
The distillery exports its popular gin, vodka and whisky to ten countries around the world, including Canada and Taiwan, as well as nurturing an ever-growing fanbase on home soil.
“We’re still very firmly rooted in Scotland, though, and we’re proud of our heritage. Wherever possible we source our materials here – whether that’s botanicals, outsourced marketing and admin support, or packaging.
Five gins – Badachro, Coastal, 57o Storm Strength, Raspberry and Orangey Orains – provide a taste of the land and the coast around Wester Ross.
Dancing Puffin Vodka represents the playful side of the village, and its cheeky puffin mascot has become a firm favourite with vodka fans around the world.
And the distillery’s whisky showcases the heritage of the Highlands, and the whisky distillers that have called it home for centuries. The signature tuscan oak expression in the Bad na h-Achlaise series is a medium peated single malt that’s become popular the world over.
For more on these Scottish spirits, visit Badachro Distillery’s website.
Homeware from Craft Town Scotland
In 1998, West Kilbride Community Initiative Limited (WKCIL) launched as a vehicle for local community regeneration by creating Scotland’s only designated Craft Town.
WKCIL has created a dedicated Craft Exhibition and Activities Centre both as a focal point for Craft Town Scotland and a regional focus for craft and design. The Barony Centre is a multi-award winning redevelopment of a 19th century church which houses a café, an exhibition space, a community learning studio and a gallery shop.
Visitors can enjoy a host of craft and design exhibitions over the course of the year, shop from a range of handcrafted work from local artists, take part in creative activities in the learning studio and sample delicious lunches and homemade baking in the ‘Visit Scotland taste accredited’ café.
WKCIL has nine studios on the main street, offering affordable rents to a variety of makers and artists. The gallery shop stocks a wide range of beautifully handcrafted work from over 130 local artists from all types of craft disciplines including woodwork, jewellery, textiles, ceramics, and painting.
Check out Craft Town Scotland’s website or their Facebook page for other gift ideas.
Jewellery from Sheila Fleet
© Supplied by various Scottish busSheila Fleet OBE is one of Scotland’s leading designer-makers of gold, silver and platinum jewellery, and has been involved in the industry for over 50 years.
Establishing Sheila Fleet Jewellery in 1993, Sheila has designed many collections and has gained a worldwide following. All of Sheila’s jewellery is designed, made and finished at her Orkney workshop-by-the-sea, just off the north tip of Scotland.
Her latest collection, Holly Blue Butterfly, launched this summer and is already loved by many! Available in a range of designs and sizes, the collection is suitable for all ages. Sheila’s inspiration for the collection took flight after a Red Admiral butterfly in Sheila’s garden landed on her granddaughter, Holly’s head. The unique Butterfly collection has been beautifully designed and crafted by Sheila’s skilled jewellers. All designs are hand-enamelled in a range of colourways, depending on your choice of Butterfly.
Be inspired by all the pieces in the collection by visiting Sheila Fleet’s website.
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