Still looking for that perfect gift for your loved one? At FOLD, our dedicated retail space at the Barn, you’ll find the very best in contemporary craft and design from designer-makers in Scotland.

In this first instalment of our Christmas Gift Guide, we’ll provide great ideas for the people in your life who love to be at home, cosied up by the fire. 

Our gift guides give you a small insight into our outstanding selection available in store so it’s always worth a visit to see for yourself.

Cashmere Hoods by Second Cashmere

This gorgeous detached hood allows you to add an extra layer of cosy, without a full hoodie. Our cashmere hoods from Second Cashmere are extra soft and luxurious while being made sustainably and locally. Second Cashmere are Scotland based makers focusing on repairing and reworking cashmere garments sourced from textile recyclers, to create well designed and well-made collections for your home and wardrobe.⁠

Triangle Scarf by Candy Coated

These Triangle Scarves are bang on trend and can be worn in different ways, with any outfit. Candy Coated is lovingly designed and made in the North East of Scotland, using only 100% lambswool for the ultimate in warmth and softness.

The Natura Scarves by Ploterre for the FOLD: HAMEWARE collection

Found exclusively in FOLD and available in a limited edition of four colourways, the Natura blankets tell the story of a group of protected areas across Scotland from St Kilda to Kirkcudbright. Each grid of the scarf depicts a different site and the direction of the lines indicate whether the site is home to terrestrial or marine species. Horizontal lines depict the sea and vertical lines depict the trees. Each of these sites are crucial to a range of species of flora and fauna that call these places home. And whilst these areas are identified as precious, not all are protected.

HAAR Arisaig Beanies

Suitable for folks of all genders, these beanies made by Josie of HAAR are crafted from 100% natural lambswool - chosen for its breathability, warmth, and ability to soften with age. Inspired by Scotland's landscapes, the design process begins with sketches and photography, then the impressions are carefully translated into knit - in a process that involves patience and care in every detail.

Hot Water Bottle Cashmere Cover by Second Cashmere

Add a touch of sustainable comfort to their relaxation routine with a recycled Cashmere Hot Water Bottle Cover, handcrafted in Scotland by Second Cashmere, made from deconstructed pure cashmere knitwear. Each cover offers beautiful softness and warmth and is designed to make those cosy moments even more lovely.

Mugs by Sarah Rees Lloyds

These vibrant mugs from Sarah Rees Lloyds are real crowd pleasers, and so perfect for a warm cup of tea on these winter nights. Sarah’s work is influenced by organic surface pattern found in hedgerows, leafy canopies, the shorelines of Angus and also from her South Asian heritage, specifically the rich vibrant hues applied to temple architecture in Tamil Nadu. Her pieces are produced in small batches from stoneware clay that has crushed flecks and spangles wedged into the clay body, creating a unique crystalline speckling across the surface of each piece.

FOLD, our dedicated retail space at the Barn, represents over 70+ Scottish-based maker designers. Providing a space to shop local, support small businesses and a place to experience craft + making through learning opportunities in a rural setting.

FOLD is open Thursday - Saturday 11 - 4, and 12 - 4 on Sundays. 

Christmas week opening hours -
Friday 19 Dec + Saturday 20 Dec - 11am-4pm

Sunday 21 Dec - 12pm-4pm 

Monday 22 + Tuesday 23 Dec - 11am-4pm