The Highlands and Islands of Scotland have provided a natural home for craft for many years inspiring makers through the beauty of the environment, the rich mythology and the wealth of natural materials. Read more...

Green Fringe Blanket by Andrea Williamson
Green Fringe Blanket by Andrea Williamson
 

Makers of the Month
Read more about Shetland based designer/makers, Andrea Williamson and Wendy Inkster.

Meet Your Maker
Read more about the exhibition currently on at NMS.

Social Enterprises
Sign up to join a live webcast by the Social Enterprise Academy.

Highland Makers exhibit at Stroud International Textile Festival
Read more about the six makers taking part in this exciting festival in May 2010.


Two Burra Bears
Two Burra Bears
 

Making Progress 
Read about the four makers who are participating in this mentoring scheme.

Professional Groups
Find out about the professional groups of Artists & Makers located throughout the region.

Own Art
Find out more about the Own Art scheme which offers interest-free credit for people to buy contemporary art and craft.

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November 2004 Crafts Focus: Tait & Style
November 2004 Crafts Focus: Tait & Style
TINA ROSE explores an Orkney textile design company with an International reputation for innovation.