A TEXTILES SCOTLAND PUBLICATION JANUARY 2013 AN ENCHANTING ESCAPE IN SCOTLAND FABULOUS FABRIC AND DETAILED DESIGN FASHION FOUNDRY NURTURING SCOTTISH TALENT contents Editor’s Note Setting the Scene 3 Welcome from Stewart Roxburgh 21 Make a statement in any room with inspired wallpaper Ten Must-Haves for this Season An Enchanting Escape 4 Some of the cutest products on offer this season 23 A fashionable stay in Scotland Fabulous Fabric Fashion Foundry 6 Uncovering the wealth of quality fabric in Scotland 32 Inspirational hub for a new generation Fashion with Passion Devil is in the Detail 12 Guest contributor Eric Musgrave shares his 38 Dedicated craftsmanship from start to fi nish thoughts on Scottish textiles Our World of Interiors Find us 18 Guest contributor Ronda Carman on why Scotland 44 Why not get in touch – you know you want to! has the interiors market fi rmly sewn up FRONT COVER Helena wears: Jacquard Woven Plaid with Herringbone 100% Merino Wool Fabric in Hair by Calzeat; Poppy Soft Cupsilk Bra by Iona Crawford and contributors Lucynda Lace in Ivory by MYB Textiles. Thanks to: Our fi rst ever guest contributors – Eric Musgrave and Ronda Carman. Read Eric’s thoughts on the Scottish textiles industry on page 12 and Ronda’s insights on Scottish interiors on page 18. And our main photoshoot team – photographer Anna Isola Crolla and assistant Solen; creative director/stylist Chris Hunt and assistant Emma Jackson; hair-stylist Gary Lees using tecni.art by L’Oreal Professionnel and the ‘O’ and irons by Cloud Nine, and make-up artist Ana Cruzalegui using WE ARE FAUX and Nars products. More from the team on page 23. Also thanks to our other photographers: Rob McDougall, Photographer & fi lmmaker Gerardo Jaconelli, Photographer An award winning professional With experience of photography from photographer specialising in creative both sides of the lens, Gerardo uses his photography, Rob is well known for capturing long career as a model on the catwalks the picture in context. Understanding the of Milan, Miami and Chicago to infl uence needs of different media, Rob has worked his creative approach to capturing images. for VisitScotland, Taylor Wimpey, Historic Regularly on assignments across the globe, Scotland, Weber Shandwick, and was the Gerardo has photographed for Italian and offi cial photographer for Homecoming Australian Elle magazines, working with Scotland 2009. several leading stylists. And fi nally…thanks to Leanne McGill from Genuine for her invaluable creative input in to the main shoot; Model Team especially our models Helena and Charlotte McKelvie, Chris K and Oliver Greenall; and last but by no means least, Julie Brander and Lynne Heraghty, Weber Shandwick for continuing to share the passion and love for this publication! EDITOR’S NOTE | 3 editor’s note We Scots are well known as a friendly, welcoming nation who can spin a good yarn. And our textiles industry has used these inherent traits for years, building long-standing relationships with customers and telling our story across the globe, cementing our future in the marketplace. It has been another turbulent year for many, If you are looking for a supplier that can with global economic challenges forcing engage with the sales process from beginning businesses to batten down the hatches and to end, can encourage brand loyalty through sit tight so they can ride the storm. But this a quality offering, and inspire purchasing doom and gloom does not run through the decisions, then look no further than Scotland. textiles sector, if my recent experiences There is no room for complacency in of meeting customers who have come to any business, least so textiles and this is Scotland is anything to go by. These buyers something the Scottish industry knows are embracing growth and development, well. We are continually grateful that our increasing their product portfolios, looking customers want to increase their business for and fi nding new suppliers with great ideas, with Scotland and we know, as the return to a and spending money in really innovative ways need for quality rapidly gathers momentum, to capture customer attention. more will follow suit from across the world. And we are grateful for it. Testament to our As ever our ideas and designs are always 'on continued development and the enviable the money'. historical references of quality fi rmly etched This edition of was inspired by our in the minds of all who work with us the fabulous fabrics, intricate designs and the future remains bright. When a buyer engages much appreciated feedback from media and with any of our 600 plus companies in customers who have recently visited. We Scotland they instantly see and appreciate wanted to present the widest range of ideas the close relationship between our landscape and products we could to our customers and and our products. They love the spirit and potential customers out there so you know enthusiasm we have for creating something why you should come to Scotland. spectacular. They are assured by our experience, quality, and the skills we offer, We are always indebted to those who visit us but also in our ability to repeat this process to fi nd out more and if you haven’t – why not? year on year, decade on decade and of course Our door is always open. unlike many, century on century. We know what sells – innovative, fresh products that are well researched to fi t their exact needs, backed up by world-class service. And that is why they come, and keep coming. Stewart Roxburgh, Editor Stewart is a Senior Executive, National Textiles Team, Scottish Enterprise. 4 | TEN MUST-HAVES one Doing it for the kids… New kid on the block – We Are Rushworth – has some serious style options for little ‘triers and doers’ everywhere. We particularly love this Lambswool Slipover from the ethically sourced knitwear brand for children: it is knitted in Scotland by Scott & Charters. Fight the frrrrr… With a true vintage feel, we love these Leaf Knit Fur Mittens from Samantha Holmes. Hand-made, the design is classic and timeless making them suitable for all ages and a perfect, graceful 2complement to any outfi t. ten must-haves... four Zero calorie treat… Ever wish you could have your favourite chocolate treat every day and not have to worry about piling on the pounds? Well we’ve found the answer, a Tunnock’s Teacake Cushion from Nikki McWilliams. Now that’s what we call stylish comfort eating! School day 3snuggles… All because the tablet You can never have deserves tweed… too many scarves! We We are the tablet went preppy-mad for generation – fact. So this stripey College dressing it in the best is Cashmere Scarf in a must. Our pick of the Limestone Multi from latest covers on the market Love Cashmere by is this leather backed and Shorts of Hawick. And embossed iPad Sleeve in 5 stretching 244cms long red/grey or Seal Grey Harris it is sure to keep you Tweed (from The Carloway warm. Mill) from Maccessori. TEN MUST-HAVES | 5 Artistic fashion… There is something special about wearing a piece of art. So why not pick up a sumptuous scarf like Dusk below by Helen Ruth. Beginning with a hand-drawn illustration, designs are then mixed with other images creating a piece worthy of a frame. Canvas couture… sixMost of us have moved from the plastic to the reusable nowadays but ever wished the canvas offering was a 7 little more stylish? Look no further. Printing Pretty has a fab new range of bags and cushions including this Hummingbird Tote Shopping Bag. So many things we wanted to feature here, it could have been 100. Alas we could only choose ten and they are truly sumptuous! Free your fi ngers The dressy doctor… in style… Who didn’t own a pair? They The latest addition to came in many colours, wacky Hilary Grant’s collection patterns and at long last they – the Fingerless Mitten are available in the 'champagne – is the only way to show of fabrics'! Our defi nite favourite off your manicured paws of Dr Martens’ latest limited and still keep fashionably edition is the Cobalt Blue toasty! Available in Dash, Collaboration with Harris Icelandic and Arrow Tweed Hebrides. Gentlemen (pictured) and in six please form an orderly queue. coulourways, with or without strings. Tur-mazing… To say that this item was under 24-hr guard ten while in the offi8 ce is no lie! A must-must-have, nine this 100% cashmere hand frame knitted 4-ply cashmere Turban from Rosie Sugden will turn heads! And it is available in three colourways – Black, Heron and Bokhara (pictured). 6 | FABULOUS FABRIC fabulous Clark Turner, Tristan & Nicos, Sim Naomi, Knott Capital, Nation Gator and Dada Woven Fabrics from Holland & Sherry. FABULOUS FABRIC | 7 Given the heritage, quality – stemming from meticulous processes – and of course style, it is no surprise that Scottish fabrics grace portfolios around the globe. But what is it that has kept them returning to the world-wide stage time and time again? Scotland is renowned for producing a vast This is achieved through the use of waxes range of fabrics, from cashmere to tweed and treatments applied by various methods to wool and high performance fabrics of all to the wool fi bre. Stain-proofi ng does not forms – all of which put Scotland fi rmly on make it impossible for grease and other the map as a leader in production. stains to mark the fabric but the stains can be removed with a household cleaner, and Let’s look at our loving relationship with without leaving any unsightly ring.