Robin Elliot runs the company. A graduate of the Scottish College of Textiles in Galashiels, Robin honed his skills with his late father as his mentor, and strives to secure this indigenous company’s place in the niche market for contemporary textiles.
SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
With an ethical philosophy, Robin believes in a sustainable future for Scottish textiles, based on integrity and innovation. The company supplies well-made, individual fabrics, with a strong cutting edge in design, allied to the aspects of vintage fabric production and the heritage of the Borders textile industry.
INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS
Since 2005, Robin has been a trustee of the Scottish Tartans Authority, and since 2016 a member of the Incorporation of Weavers of Glasgow and the Merchant Company of Selkirk.
SHOUT OUT
Over the years, the company has designed tweeds and tartans for private clients, companies and estates, which the company continues to produce. Many of the company’s fabrics have been used on stage and screen, in leading theatre productions, films, on television, whilst the traditional aspects of the company have featured in various factual programmes.
ROYAL CONNECTION
In 2015, through Robin’s position in the STA, the company produced a historical piece of Prince Charles Edward Stuart tartan for HRH Prince Charles. The tartan was presented to HRH at an industry dinner in early 2016, and he has worn the tartan regularly since.
