Country Living’s Scotland Christmas Fair, Nov 19-22 2009

Enjoy a day out at the Country Living Magazine Christmas Fair in Glasgow, and gather a wealth of inspiring ideas for a classic country celebration

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Country Living's second Christmas Fair Scotland takes place at the SECC, Exhibition Way, Glasgow G3 8YW from 19-22 November 2009

To whet your appetite, read about just a few of the British designers, producers and small businesses who will be exhibiting. Words by Jennie Buist Brown.

 

 

Meet some of the exhibitors

Isle of Skye Soap Company

The Isle of Skye Soap Company's aromatherapy soaps and oils, bath bombs and lotions are handmade with the purest essential oils and no artificial colouring - standards that won it the Made in Scotland Gift of the Year award (01478 611350; www.skye-soap.co.uk). Scotland: Stand E29

 

Tom Butcher Ceramics

From his studio on the shores of Loch Long, with views of the Arrochar  Alps in Argyll, Tom Butcher handcrafts sculptural pieces and functional tableware, such as this stoneware jug, £22. His studio is open to the public from February to December, when you can visit and experience his inspiration - the stunning scenery of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park (01301 702956; www.tombutcherceramics.com). Scotland: Stand G11

 

Seahorse Shop

Seahorse in Port Appin on the west coast of Scotland sells unusual gifts inspired by the local landscape and seaside, such as this stencilled storm lantern in three sizes, from £8, and spongeware pottery, scented candles and soaps, lavender hearts, and traditional woollen throws (01631 730000; www.seahorseshop.co.uk). Scotland: Stand A5

 

Gillian Kyle

Artist Gillian Kyle's amusing Scottish-themed drawings appear on a wonderful range of items, such as this Foil Teacake bag, £16.95. Her range includes totes, tea towels, T-shirts for men and women, and aprons - all printed on quality cotton. Bags from £7.50 (www.gilliankyle.com). Scotland: Stand H3 

 

Dreamacres

From a log cabin in her Ayrshire garden, Karon Grieve handmakes accessories and gifts in natural fabrics and fills them with homegrown herbs. This velvet and bead cupcake, £8.50, is perfect as a pin cushion or paperweight and looks and smells good enough to eat (01505 850493; www.dreamacres.co.uk). Scotland:
Stand F23