Cosy Woollens
We all know someone who is ALWAYS COLD! So we have searched isle20 for lots of cosy hats, scarves, gloves, wraps, blankets and more so you can have a cosy Christmas!
Original Art Works from the Scottish Islands
The islands are well known for inspiring singers, poets and artists. Here at isle20, we have an almost unbelievable number of artists sharing their original Scottish art with us. Each one is truly unique, painted and created by an island-based artist. Here’s our top 20! This is only a fraction of the original Scottish artRead more ⟶
Gifts inspired by nature
The Scottish islands are filled with incredible natural resources, wildlife and plants as well as lochs and beaches and of course, mountains! Here’s a wee pick of our favourite items made using natural or found resources! Perfect for the nature lover in your life.
Stunning silver jewellery!
If you are looking for a shiny piece of contemporary silver jewellery, look no further! The isle20 magpies have gathered a few of the best Scottish silver jewellery for you to choose from – all from independent makers in the islands of Scotland! Cowrie shell necklaces and earrings from Marion Miller Jewellery are a lovelyRead more ⟶
Honesty Boxes of the Scottish Islands
Last week saw the final episode of current series of the Ann Cleaves inspired drama Shetland. Never mind who dunnit? and the cries of Shetlanders everywhere saying there’s no way you can get from Fair Isle to a crime scene THAT quickly, the MOST important question was… is the Cake Fridge real? First of all,Read more ⟶
Ruth Slater
Ruth is a contemporary illustrator from the Isle of Bute. Her work features pen and ink drawings of animals, places and nature and she turns these fantastic illustrations into products, including fine bone china mugs, coasters, prints and cards, which can all be found on her isle20 shop. We asked her about what inspires her and about lifeRead more ⟶
Jane and Paul – JP Orkney
Today we’re meeting Paul and Jane of JP Orkney who make gorgeous hampers packed full with delicious jams, chutneys, sauces, brownies, tablet and fudge made in their Birsay kitchen in the lovely Orkney Isles. Paul and Jane love working with seasonal and local ingredients and try coming up with new twists on classic products. HaveRead more ⟶
Tea and a yarn with Rhoda
Rhoda Meek is the isle20 founder and owner of Tiree Tea and The Angry Triangle. Intrigued? Read on! Hi folks! Well, I guess it makes sense for me to be the first Guest Blogger on isle20… I’m a Digital Consultant living in the Isle of Tiree. I came back to Tiree in 2013 and setRead more ⟶
Coleen Thomson
Coleen Thomson – Yala Jewellery Shetland is a jewellery designer from the island of Yell in Shetland. Coleen creates a range of silver pieces individually made bangles and rings, every one unique. She also has some pieces cast in sliver too, check out the Shetland sheep and crofthooses. If you have ever visited Yell you’llRead more ⟶
Heather Macleod
Heather and her husband Les live and work in the beautiful island of Arran. Heather is an artist painting on silk and oil on canvas. She also works with other textiles, eco-printing and shibori dyeing. Les makes beautiful scented candles. As well as being an artist Heather is a musician which challenges her focus ofRead more ⟶
Wee pick me ups!
Wee pick me ups! Sometimes you just need a wee treat, or tell someone you are thinking about them. Here are a few of our favourite items to cheer you up without breaking the bank! These products, from across the Scottish islands are all made with love – and every purchase supports a small business.
Isle Develop…
Isle Develop… It’s been just over 4 months since I tweeted about a web directory, and it’s been pretty much non-stop ever since. It’s been incredibly humbling to watch isle20.com grow and develop. I’ve learnt so much in the process that my brain hurts. If you’re on twitter at all, you might have come acrossRead more ⟶
