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Speciality yarns used in the Tapestry of the Highlands and Islands (Credit: Paul Campbell)

Stitching the Tapestry - Audio Series

Discover a behind-the-scenes look into the hidden stories, techniques and inspirations for the Tapestry of the Highlands and Islands with the stitchers who know it best in this series of audio interviews carried out by Smartify.

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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.

A Capercaillie Encounter

Join Jan as she shares the inspiration behind her journey stone in conversation with the Strathspey Stitchers and the tale of one wildlife photographer's unforgettable encounter with a rare capercaillie.

A Stitch in Climb

Join Alison as she shares the inspiration behind her journey stone and her sense for adventure in conversation with the Strathspey Stitchers.

The Seafield Grants

Join Janet as she takes us behind the story of her journey stone design, the Grant family crest, and the lasting legacy of the Earls of Seafield on Grantown-on-Spey in conversation with the Strathspey Stitchers.

Salmon Fishing on the Spey

Listen to Sandra as she discusses her passion for salmon fishing in the Spey - the inspiration behind her journey stone - in conversation with the Strathspey Stitchers.