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Slow down for two and a half hours of hands-on stitching at Solsgirth House near Dollar. Using vintage threads and tartan remnants, you’ll learn slow-stitch techniques from Sue of Sunshine Designs while enjoying homemade treats and a historic setting.
Slow down for two and a half hours of hands-on stitching at Solsgirth House near Dollar. Using vintage threads and tartan remnants, you’ll learn slow-stitch techniques from Sue of Sunshine Designs while enjoying homemade treats and a historic setting.
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Solsgirth House sits just outside Dollar in Clackmannanshire, Scotland, a compact historic estate where tweed and tartan meet quiet country light. At the Tweed and Tartan Slow Stitching Workshop you’ll trade the rush of city days for two and a half hours of measured handwork under the guidance of Sue from Sunshine Designs, learning slow-stitch techniques while composing a textile landscape from vintage threads, tartan remnants, and sustainably sourced fabrics. Inside a warm dining room at Solsgirth House, long tables become studios: piles of heritage cloth, baskets of threads, and an array of needles arranged like tools in a craftsman’s kit. The workshop centers on texture and quiet observation - rough tweed edges, the tight sett of tartan plaids, and the soft give of natural linens. Sue guides every step with patient demonstrations and individualized feedback; her workshops have sold out at the Edinburgh Fringe and draw makers of every skill level. Alongside instruction you’ll be offered homemade treats and hot drinks, an uncomplicated pleasure that keeps the hands moving and conversation easy. The experience is part craft lesson and part local story. Scotland’s textile history is woven through the session: from clan tartans showcased at V&A Dundee’s 2023 exhibition to the cottage-industry roots that shaped rural communities like Dollar. Solsgirth House itself is a historic building with narrow stairways and heavy doors; its atmosphere adds texture to the day but also means accessibility is limited, so organizers recommend anyone with mobility concerns contact hosts in advance. What makes this workshop stand out is its material authenticity and slow pace. Rather than mass-produced kits, you’ll work with remnants and vintage threads chosen for patina and provenance, learning stitches that emphasize layering, relief, and composition. The group size, capped at a dozen, keeps the session intimate and conversational, perfect for travelers seeking a creative, low-impact activity that connects them to Scotland’s craft heritage. Practical notes: the session runs about two and a half hours, all materials and tools are provided, and a full refund is available with 48 hours’ notice. The workshop welcomes ages 12 and up, and service animals are permitted; due to house layout it is not wheelchair accessible. Bring reading glasses if you work close, and arrive a little early to check in and settle at your station. Expect a quick QR-code check-in and a short fire-safety briefing at the start so the session can begin on time. Many guests leave with a finished sampler, stitching friends, and ideas to continue working with tweed at home.
easy.
2–3 hours.
Light: mostly seated handwork; no special fitness required
Participants must be at least 12 years old; children should be accompanied by an adult.
Yes—all fabrics, threads, needles, and equipment are supplied as part of the workshop.
A full refund is available with at least 48 hours notice before the workshop.
No. Solsgirth House has narrow stairways and heavy doors; contact the host to discuss specific accessibility needs.
Bring reading glasses if you need them and wear comfortable layered clothing; everything else is provided.
The workshop requires a minimum of eight attendees to proceed; guests will be notified and offered an alternative date or refund if it is cancelled.
The workshop connects directly to Scotland’s long textile tradition and takes inspiration from the V&A Dundee 2023 Tartan Exhibition and local weaving practices.
Organizers prioritize sustainably sourced fabrics and vintage remnants to reduce waste, and the workshop encourages low-impact craft practices and respect for the historic property.
Solsgirth Home Farm is a countryside creative and agricultural venue located in Dollar, Scotland. It offers a program of hands‑on workshops in traditional and contemporary craft alongside an informative farm tour that highlights working‑farm life. Workshops include a Slow Stitching Workshop led by Sue from Sunshine Designs, a Willow Workshop guided by artist June, and a Felt Card Workshop held at Solsgirth House. The Slow Stitching Workshop uses vibrant, sustainably sourced materials to create a unique textile art piece while exploring seasonal themes; sessions include relaxed instruction and refreshments in a charming setting. The Willow Workshop introduces willow weaving techniques in a serene countryside environment; no prior experience is required. The Felt Card Workshop teaches wool felting methods for making cards, pictures, or decorations and welcomes all skill levels to craft personal keepsakes. The site also runs an engaging Farm Tour that begins at 4 PM. Tour guests explore a working farm, meet animals, and learn about sustainable practices in agriculture. The Farm Tour is presented as an informative experience that suits families and visitors interested in rural living and the relationship between nature and farming. Solsgirth Home Farm emphasizes hands‑on learning, named instructors, and a welcoming rural setting. With distinct creative workshops and an educational farm tour, the venue provides practical, craft‑focused activities and opportunities to connect with countryside life in Dollar, Scotland.
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