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Scotlands Rich Textile Heritage - Private Atelier Shopping Experience

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Behind the closed doors of this Atelier, you can witness traditional hand-weaving and see exquisite, one-of-a-kind British alpaca SIGNATURE and HERITAGE pieces being crafted by skilled artisans. Immerse yourself in Scotland’s rich textile heritage as you meet the artisans, learn about its history and collections, and explore the intricacies of this craft. You’ll also enjoy the exclusive opportunity to shop for unique pieces available only to private guests.

We know the joy of discovering a truly unique item. Each piece from our partner's SIGNATURE Collection is a one-of-a-kind luxury creation, handwoven from natural shades of undyed 100% British alpaca, inspired by the stunning Scottish landscape.

You’ll have access to the complete story behind your bespoke piece, from the design’s inspiration to the name of the alpaca whose fleece was used and the artisan who wove it. During your personal shopping appointment, you'll witness their limited edition George Wood vintage handlooms in action, creating our exquisite textiles. They'll help you find the perfect shawls, scarves, blanket wraps, and throws from our collection.

Why Alpaca – rather than Cashmere ?

Alpaca, like cashmere, is a luxurious natural fiber known for its exquisite feel and exceptional durability. Both fibers are hypoallergenic since they contain no lanolin and can be incredibly soft, but there are key differences: alpaca is rarer, with about 5 million alpacas worldwide compared to roughly 700 million cashmere goats.

Alpaca ranks second only to silk in strength and offers a softness comparable to cashmere, yet it is more durable and resilient, making it perfect for beautiful Heritage pieces. The unique texture of alpaca feels even softer when worn than when touched. Its longer fibers contribute to its strength, and the hollow structure with an insulating core allows it to warm quickly and retain heat longer while also providing breathability.

Importantly, our partner's alpaca is sustainably sourced from British farms, with many fleeces traceable to the individual alpacas by name.

The Experience

We invite you to discuss your own custom tartan or tweed design with us. Working directly with the Founder, she will weave your story into a unique design that will be cherished for generations. Using her exceptional design skills, she will create a bespoke tweed or tartan, which will then be woven into beautiful quality cloth at a local Scottish artisan mill.

Stone castle on grassy lawn
Wooden shuttle on beige warp threads
Woman in taupe shawl indoors
Woman in patterned shawl by wooden gate
Beige knitted poncho on mannequin
Woman using a wooden loom

Price available on enquiry

More information available upon request. Minimum duration may apply.
Please read our terms and conditions before booking.

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