Lamhan

Our mission Làmhan’s mission is to teach, promote, and sustain traditional sewing and textile crafts, with a focus on heritage skills that are in danger of being lost. Through hands-on workshops, apprenticeships, and public education, Làmhan seeks to provide individuals of all ages and backgrounds with the opportunity to develop sewing skills, fostering creativity, self-sufficiency, and a deep connection to Scotland’s textile heritage. Our vision The vision is for Làmhan to become a leading centre for textile heritage education in Scotland, renowned for its high-quality training, its contribution to environmental sustainability, and its role in preserving Scotland’s cultural and artistic traditions. Làmhan aspires to be a hub of creativity, where individuals can learn, collaborate, and contribute to a sustainable future by making and mending their own clothing. Làmhan [pron. LAAH - vn] is the Scottish Gaelic word for ‘hands’. We chose this word to recognise the rich cultural heritage of our country and to honour the handcraft skills of those who have come before us.

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