In the Shop Window Interviews

In the Shop Window. An interview with Dee of The Butterfly & Toadstool, Newton Stewart

Wednesday, February 21st, 2018

Our ‘In the Shop Window’ interviews are a little peek at the lives of the people behind some of Shop Scotland’s brilliant member businesses. A look behind the scenes at the loves and loathes of being the boss, see where inspiration and ideas get their roots and read the backstories of some of our most imaginative and creative small businesses. Delighted this time to be learning more about the wonderful world of Dee Leslie of The Butterfly & […]

In the Shop Window with Gaynor of Scottish Sea Glass, Dunfermline

Thursday, September 21st, 2017

Our In the Shop Window interviews are a little glimpse into the world of some of Scotland’s best and most original creative small businesses. A little look at their loves and loathes of being the boss, inspiration and general day to day business. This week I’m delighted to welcome Gaynor, the owner of Scottish Sea Glass, a highly successful and original jewellery business based in Dunfermline, Fife. Scottish Sea Glass: […]

In the Shop Window. An interview with Magghi McLean of Puffinpatchworks, Creetown

Friday, September 1st, 2017

Our ‘In the Shop Window’ interviews are a regular little glimpse into the lives of the people behind some of Shop Scotland’s most amazing businesses. A look behind the scenes at the loves, loathes, inspiration and backstories of some of our most imaginative and astonishing small businesses. To kick off September we’re delighted to feature Magghi McLean of Puffinpatchworks. Oh and take note of Magghi’s Plan B if all else fails, top advice […]

In the Shop Window Interview with Kate Caven of Kids Creative, Stirling

Tuesday, May 23rd, 2017

Our ‘In the Shop Window’ interviews offer a little glimpse into the busy lives of some of our talented members around the country. A look behind the scenes and at the loves, loathes, inspiration and backstories behind some of the best and most imaginative small businesses of Shop Scotland. This time round we’re delighted to welcome Kate Caven of Kids Creative, a furniture design business based in Stirling. Kids Creative, Stirling My Business: Kids Creative is […]

In the Shop Window. A Shop Scotland interview with Caroline Marr, Cuero Handbags

Friday, April 14th, 2017

For over two decades Caroline of Cuero Handbags has been creating a range of unique leather handbags from her base in the Scottish borders. Later this month she has teamed up with a selection of other local designers and makers to stage the now annual Art @ Ancrum, 3 days (Sat 29th April to Mon 1st May) of exhibitions and craft demonstrations taking place throughout Ancrum. A great chance to meet designers, learn […]

In the Shop Window Interview with JillyJilly, Falkland

Wednesday, March 8th, 2017

Our ‘In the Shop Window’ interviews are a wee glimpse into the lives of some of our fantastic Shop Scotland members. A look behind the scenes of the business and at the backstories of those who have become their own boss. This week we’re delighted to be interviewing Jilly of Fife based JillyJilly. JillyJilly, Falkland Our Business: At JillyJilly we design and create a range of illustrated gifts including mugs, prints, […]

In the Shop Window. An interview with Marion of Embroidered Originals, Leven

Tuesday, January 10th, 2017

I’m so pleased to kick off our ‘In the Shop Window’ interviews for the year with a chat with Marion Mitchell of Embroidered Originals, Leven. Huge thanks to Marion for taking the time to do this and especially at such a busy time of year. Read on to discover how Marion and her team have created a true family business, successfully running for almost 30 years and still leaping from strength to […]

In the Shop Window with Ailsa Black, Dumfries

Monday, December 12th, 2016

Our most recent ‘In the Shop Window’ is with Galashiels artist Ailsa Black. Read a little glimpse behind the scenes of Ailsa’s successful business. Her back story, inspiration, previous jobs and Ailsa’s fantastic achievements. Ailsa Black, Dumfries My Business: I paint and from the paintings make prints, cards, calendars and a growing range of lovely goods. I sell these through my website and to trade. I work with galleries to sell my […]

In the Shop Window with The Urban Pirate, Glasgow

Thursday, November 17th, 2016

Our ‘In the Shop Window’ interviews are a little glimpse behind the scenes of some of our brilliant members. Read the back story, inspiration, and a little bit of critical hindsight advice from David of The Urban Pirate, Glasgow. Urban Pirate, Glasgow My Business: We make printed textiles and clothing that are inspired by Scotland and Scottish culture. Our main focus until now has been menswear but we continue to […]

In the Shop Window. An interview with Sweet Rosie, Glasgow.

Tuesday, October 4th, 2016

Our ‘In the Shop Window’ interviews are light hearted get to know you pieces focusing on various businesses and talented artists who are a part of Shop Scotland. Find out how and why businesses began, hear their back stories and discover what people did prior to biting the bullet and becoming self employed. What drives them? What generates inspiration? A ‘typical day’ in business right down to where they eat […]

In the Shop Window. An interview with Adrian McMurchie, Glasgow

Monday, October 3rd, 2016

Our ‘In the Shop Window’ interviews are light hearted get to know you pieces focussing on various businesses and talented artists who are a part of Shop Scotland. Find out how and why businesses began, hear their back stories and discover what people did prior to biting the bullet and becoming self employed. What drives them? What generates inspiration? A ‘typical day’ in business right down to where they eat […]

In the Shop Window. An interview with Lesley Williamson, Glasgow

Sunday, October 2nd, 2016

Our ‘In the Shop Window’ interviews are light hearted get to know you pieces focussing on various talented individuals from within Shop Scotland. Find out how and why people began their businesses, their back stories and what people did prior to biting the bullet and becoming self employed. What drives them? What generates inspiration? A ‘typical day’ in business right down to where they eat out and what business advice […]

In the Shop Window. Allistair Burt, Hole in My Pocket, Glasgow

Saturday, October 1st, 2016

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