We are,
Prickly Thistle

Our four pillars of purpose

Keeping
It Real

By being real ourselves

Inclusive
Creativity

inside boundaries of paradox

Activism &
Action

using our voices & hands for change

Sustainable
Integrity

defined by what we are not

All Reviews

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Stunning colours, lovely packaging and superb quality.

Brilliant

Great service, quick delivery and lovely tartan. So soft and warm. Love it

Amazing

After watching Alan and Miriam I had to buy the scarf now I want the blanket amazing bright beautiful kilt pin and homage to the great pair cannot recommend enough

Kilt

Lovely fit - it’s looks amazing. I love it - would definitely buy another on this style-shipping was quick, loved the Inverness shop. Very helpful staff.

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Maxi Kilt X Clan Collection
Diane Black Datoo (Canberra, AU)
My long waited for Maxi Kilt

It took years of saving to be in a position to buy a Maxi Kilt. The goddesses were with me as when the time came to place an order, Prickly Thistle had partnered with another tartan weaver. The resulting Kilt is simply amazing, surpassing all my meagre expectations. The fabric falls beautifully and is soft to the feel. The cut and subsequent drape is flattering to even this older body. It fits in well with my other Prickly Thistle garments.

Climate Stripes A4 Frameable Sample

Beautiful colors! I think I will use it to make a journal cover.

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Mean-More Mittens
Barbara W de Arosemena (Panama City, PA)
Soft and comfy mittens

These mittens are so soft, comfortable, and warm! My hands, that are often cold, stay warm in these mitts! And the mittens are attractive as well!!!

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Rebel Gift E-Card
Ali Gribbens (Glasgow, GB)
Service

I’ve not purchased yet but will be getting an outfit in January for a big event so buying my gift vouchers for that occasion so well excited and at my first meeting about my outfit it was such a lovely experience

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PRE-ORDER NOV-24 SHIP Climate Stripes Blanket
Marty Vincent (Gunnislake, GB)
Climate tripe tartan

What a wonderful piece of instructional, practical artwork. I love it. Your lovely tartan has encouraged my sewing group to try and crochet the same data pattern! Thank you for being a caring company.

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PRE-ORDER NOV-24 SHIP Climate Stripes Blanket
Graham Hutton (Barnstaple, GB)
Girl Power unlimited

Made under the banner of tradition, without a single computer screen in sight we are so proud to support an amazing business built, run and very successful .
Girls Rule !

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Tee X Limited Edition X Pink Thistle
Elize van den Akker (Weert, NL)
Great quality

I really love the shirt, colour is very nice. I used to work in a warehouse as quality control for curtain and upholstery fabrics and I really appreciate the great quality of the fabric of the shirt I bought, The shirt is a bit shorter than expected, but I still like it. When I received the parcel I was pleasantly surprised, it was like unpacking a present.
I will definitely buy more items in the future.

Amazing 🤩

Like always your great stuff is amazing 🤩. Thank you so much for your wonderful work for nature and humans. Love from Germany. Gabi

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PRE-ORDER NOV-24 SHIP Climate Stripes Fabric
Jennifer Morisetti (Cardiff, GB)
Terrifying terrific tartan

When I saw an exhibition at the Design Museum of wartime inspired fabric covered in slogans I wondered where the textile designs of today are to deliver the climate crisis message (apart from slogan T-shirts) so when I heard of the climate tartan I knew it was just what I was looking for. I will be wearing an outfit made from it when I take part in Dorset’s COP. It is truly a work of art in itself and I will ensure I don’t waste any of it.

Great job

Please accept my thanks for the way you conduct your business. I would be happy to recommend you to anyone this side of the Atlantic. Best wishes and thanks again

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Rebel Row Experience Voucher
Andrew Ritchie (Wandsworth, GB)
Surprise treat

My partner treated his daughter & I toma surprise visit to Rebel Row. We met Clare, who told us all about how Prickly Thistle started & then about Rebel Row. Susan also looked after us & we were shown the different garments & tried several on whilst drinking prosecco & eating nibbles! Lovely experience & great that Clare had a dream that has been fulfilled as well as being sustainable. I would thoroughly recommend a visit. You will be warmly welcomed ☺️

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Very Important Rebel (VIR) Membership
Rachel Davis (Glasgow, GB)
Well worth the investment

PricklyThistle has everything to offer, starting with the ethos of the company and moving all the way up to the incredible clothing. I love it all and VIR membership is the perfect way to support and stay connected with PT, building up some funds to ensure I can keep investing in these wonderful garments.

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Blanket Scarf X Pink Thistle
Christine Romboletti (Reston, US)
Perfect in everyway!

I have three scarves from Prickly Thistle & purchased a 4th for my mother. The creativity, quality, color & attention to detail are 2nd to none. You will love yours too!!

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Mill Tour
Heidi Meier
Take the Tour !

After purchasing 2 amazing pieces of clothing online last year, I was thrilled to be able to take the tour and meet Claire and the team. So great to see the spirit and joy of creating individual products that last. Thank you for sharing your inspiration and love for highland history. My kilt kept me warm on my amazing journey and I shared its origin as I travelled around in its comfort. It was a privilege to experience. 🇦🇺

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PRE ORDER X Aliam Tartan Slender Scarf X Limited Edition
Hans Kuijpers (Capelle aan den IJssel, NL)

PRE ORDER X Aliam Tartan Slender Scarf X Limited Edition

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Rebel Row Experience Voucher
Christa sappl (Vienna, AT)
CONNECTING WITH THE TRUTH

THERE IS TRUE LOVE IN EVERY WOVEN THREAD, ITS A DIFFERENT KIND OF LOVE, MEANINGFUL, RESSOURCEFUL, WOOL OF SCOTLAND, LIVELY WARMHEARTED INNOVATIVE WOMEN AS CHEF AND EMPLOYEES (AND MARTIN OF COURSE) PRODUCE THE FINEST FABRIC AND GARMENTS I EVER FELT. I AM THANKFUL THAT I FOUND THESE SPIRITED PEOPLE, THAT I CAN WEAR NOW THEIR KILTS, TROUSERS AND JUMPERS AND THAT I WILL RETURN SOMEDAY .... SOON. CHRISTA FROM AUSTRIA

Omg, it's definitely worth the wait

Amazing, unique, beautiful. ....
Thankyou

Absolutely Fabulous

A very special service with genuine care and attention to detail by Clare
Absolutely Fabulous shop with so many different recycled material used for bags and purses l great place for special gifts
Thank you for coming to Inverness ❤️

Our Mill & Rebel Row Store

You can visit us either at our Mill (select days only) or at our retail store in the Highland Capital, Inverness.

Please check out our VISIT US page for more info!

The Bad-Ass Story of our Existence

Where did it all begin, the why then, the why now and the future of why not?