Nordic Living: An Edinburgh Townhouse

AD Feature In the heart of Nordic Living’s latest project, a true Scandinavian-inspired masterpiece has taken shape.  With creative freedom and a vision for timeless elegance, we embarked on a journey to transform an ordinary property into a captivating Scandinavian retreat that marries the old and new with unmatched finesse.  Our design philosophy revolved around…

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Scottish Borders first winter light trial to be held this year

The Scottish Borders will host its first winter light trial this year at Monteviot House & Gardens. Monteviot Lights will embrace the natural backdrop of the gardens, accentuating the beauty of nature itself.  The event takes place between 30 November and 10 December.  Starting at Harestanes Visitor Centre, guests will walk a 1.5km route through…

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Scotland’s Oldest Working Distillery achieves Butterfly Mark certification

Scotland’s Oldest Working Distillery, The Glenturret, has achieved Butterfly Mark certification.  The Glenturret is defined by its outstanding quality and exquisite taste all created using handcrafted traditional methods.  The Butterfly Mark certification is awarded for embedded measurable, sustainability practices across its business operations.  To achieve the Butterfly Mark, companies must achieve a minimum of 50%…

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Two tartans launched in Edinburgh

TEXTILE designer Araminta Birse-Stewart has launched two tartans at The Scottish Textiles Showcase, a boutique in Edinburgh. Her “Highlands at Dawn” and “Highlands at Dusk” designs were triggered by Scotland’s skies. Birse-Stewart, founder and creative director at Araminta Campbell, explained that her inspiration for the designs came from her childhood holidays spent exploring the Highlands,…

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MsMissMrs launches ‘Womanufacture’

MSMISSMRS, the Glasgow-based community interest company that makes the famous “Empowerment Pants”, has launched its own factory, called “Womanufacture”. Its micro-manufacturing space will allow MsMissMrs to increase the production of its Empowerment Pants and Femfoods aprons. The proceeds from sales of the products are re-invested directly to support women and girls. Sylvia Douglas, founding director…

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Stirling opens ‘pay what you can’ winter shop

A SHOP inviting customers to “pay what you can” for coats and other winter warmers has opened in Stirling. The Thistles shopping centre has opened the store in partnership with local charity Transition Stirling. The shop sells coats, rain jackets, jumpers, accessories, and boots for adults and children. Gary Turnbull, Thistles’ centre director, said: “These…

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Dundee clothes makers celebrate success

THE fourth group of clothes makers to train on the Kindred Clothing (Garment Production) course are celebrating their success. Run by Dundee-based charity Front Lounge, the course – which has received the thumbs up from the Scottish Qualifications Authority – was started by a group of young mums in 2019. Following the latest 12-week course,…

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Hamilton & Inches launches ‘Flora’ worn by Duchess of Rothesay

JEWELLER Hamilton & Inches has launched its Flora collection, including earrings made famous by Catherine, Duchess of Rothesay. The Duchess wore the Flora drop earrings made from 18-carat yellow gold during her tour of Scotland last year. The updated collection puts a fresh take on the original design and includes bangles, pendants, and rings alongside…

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Chopard exhibition opens at Laings in Edinburgh

LAINGS is hosting an exhibition in its Edinburgh branch featuring jewellery and watches made by Chopard. The Swiss brand is well known for designing the Palme d’Or trophy for the Cannes Film Festival and for its work with the James Bond film franchise. Actress Julia Roberts is Chopard’s brand ambassador. “This is an opportunity to…

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