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First experience of embroidery for the Tapestry of the Highlands and Islands. (Credit: Spirit of the Highlands and Islands)

Journey Stone Collection

Discover the stories of the stitchers behind the Tapestry of the Highlands and Islands through their personal journey stones.

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Trigpoint View to Ben Wyvis - Cnoc Croit na Maoile/Ord Hill

Admire a journey stone homage to the beautiful Cnoc Croit na Maoile and the stunning views from its trig point.

View From The Black Isle Across The Cromarty Firth To Dingwall and Ben Wyvis

Standing Stone and Foliage

Explore a journey stone story which has the relationship between the natural and cultural heritage of the Highlands and Islands at its heart.

Finding Sanctuary on an Arisaig Beach

Join Caroline in conversation with the Maerl stitchers as she shares the floral and faunal inspiration behind her journey stone and finding a sense of place on a beach at Arisaig.

Kelly's Pier

Explore an artistic journey stone tribute to Kelly's Pier at Taynuilt, Argyll and the Isles.

Poppies

"Many Highland soldiers did not return, and the poppy reminds me of their sacrifice."

The Fiddle

Join Alison of the Maerl Stitchers as she discusses the inspiration behind her journey stone and the importance of music to the local area.

Scottish Trad group perform at the Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival 2017, near Beauly, in the Scottish Highlands

Arisaig and Natural World

Join June in conversation with the Maerl Stitchers as she shares the inspiration behind her journey stones - the nature and wildlife of Arisaig.

Heartlands - Road to Loch Moraig

Follow the story of the Heartlands of Highland Perthshire tapestry panel, created as part of the Tapestry of the Highlands and Islands, with Margaret and Edel's story.

Heartlands - Middle Haugh

Follow the story of the Heartlands of Highland Perthshire tapestry panel, created as part of the Tapestry of the Highlands and Islands.

Mull Love Story

"Dùn da Ghaoithe is a constant presence in our daily life"

The brightly coloured houses sit on a harbour front with boast out to sea.