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The best of independent Art & Craft businesses on the Isle of Arran

SHOWCASE

Honest Coffins Limited

The Arran Poet

PAPER & BOOKS

Gleann Co

WOOL & FABRIC

The Tartan Tablet Company on Arran Ltd

FOOD & DRINK

Diana’s Unique Creations

ART

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Arran Dog Bakery

Arran Dog Bakery was founded in 2017 by Stacey and her Beagle, Chica. An Arran girl born and raised and an avid dog lover (mainly Beagles..!), Stacey has a professional history in catering, and a passion for baking and all things dogs. When her sisters Labrador, Myrtle, regularly got upset stomachs she became extremely aware of all the additives a… …

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Diana’s Unique Creations

I paint unique canvases using acrylic paints on box canvases from my wee studio I get most of my inspiration from the beautiful countryside around me. I have always loved art in its many forms and can get lost for hours in a piece of work. It is something I use to destress and if I can give someone else a little bit of enjoyment from my artwork, i… …

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Saltwater Studio and Gallery

Working studio of seascape artist Senja Brendon and gallery of Sea and Arran inspired original art, limited edition prints, and gifts. …

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Corrie’s Capers Books

Written and published on the Isle of Arran by local author Alison Page. Corrie is a wonderful wee West Highland Terrier who lives on Arran. A Scottish themed picture book series about a wee Westie which appeals to old and young alike. A super gift from Scotland in miniature raising funds for Mary’s Meals. …

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Lesley Lockhart Art

Hello! I am an artist living in Lamlash painting in acrylics, oils, and mixed media. My paintings are light-hearted, rich in colour and texture, inspired by the decorative arts, gardens, calligraphy and textiles. I favour still lifes but like to sometimes experiment with other styles. I have original paintings, prints, and cards available to purch… …

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Arran Gems – Jewellery and Art by Assja Baumgärtner-Gaile

The Isle of Arran, nature, architecture, mythology and travelling are the inspiration for my work. In my studio, I create jewellery and decorative items, paint and draw. Over the years, I have come to use more and more reclaimed, repurposed and recycled materials for my jewellery and materials like copper wire and tubes stripped from discarded bui… …

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Handmade on Arran

I am a beader….. I take all sorts of beads, crystals and pearls to make all manner of decorative items. I make all types of jewellery, beaded accessories, decorated Christmas baubles – my repertoire is very varied. Alongside my ready-made items, I can make any item to order. Whether it’s to a favourite colour to match or a particular design you li… …

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The Arran Poet

Nix Moretta is The Arran Poet, based on the stunningly beautiful, Scottish Western Isle of Arran. Nix is a former Cambridge University English lecturer, whom has also run children’s riding schools, and makes goats’ milk soap with milk from her own goats! Nix’s literary work is born out of a lifetime of love, and immersion in the therapeutic benefi… …

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Gleann Co

Crochet items handmade and designed here on Arran by myself. Both Children and adult sizes available. Happy to take commission’s on smaller items and happy to chat about different colours and styles you may like. Here are materials/wools I use: Lambs wool, 100% cotton, Alpaca wool, Locally sourced wool/Alpaca wool (when is possible) and Ac… …

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