The Otter's Couch Brora

27/06/2026

🌿 Fresh Art on the Walls at The Otter's Couch 🌿

Looking to bring a touch of the beautiful Scottish countryside and coastline into your home? We’ve have some stunning pieces to our collection.

📸 Featured in our gallery wall today:
The Highland Coos: Two gorgeous, rustic canvas prints capturing everyone's favorite shaggy-haired locals. Whether they are munching on greens or lounging in the hills, they bring instant warmth to any room.

The Puffins: A beautifully framed, serene watercolor capturing a little bob of puffins out at sea. Perfect for adding a calm, coastal vibe to your space.

Pop into the shop today to see them in person.
⏰ Open Saturday: 10.00 - 16.00

26/06/2026

Looking for the perfect card to send a bit of Highland magic to someone special? 💌

We have some stunning designs here at The Otter's Couch in Brora!
Every single one of these greeting cards is lovingly crafted by talented local artisans, capturing the incredible wildlife, dramatic landscapes, and charm of our beautiful area.

🌟 The Northern Lights dancing over the hills – perfect for a touch of Highland wonder.
🐧 A charming puffin illustration to bring a smile to anyone's face.
🦌 A beautifully textured stag silhouette, perfect for a rustic, classic Scottish feel.
🏡 A picturesque watercolor scene of a local coastal village and harbour.
🐏 A magnificent Highland ram resting in the grass, captured in wonderful detail.

Whether you're celebrating a birthday, saying thank you, or just want to drop a note to a friend, these aren't just cards—they're mini pieces of local art that can be framed and kept forever! 🎨🌾

Open today we’d love to see you!
The Otter's Couch, Brora
🕒 Open Friday: 10.00 - 16.00

25/06/2026

🎶 Introducing the Highland Piper! 🎶

We are absolutely in love with this beautifully hand-knitted Highland Piper keepsake! 💙 Every single stitch captures that authentic Scottish charm, making it the perfect unique gift or a special treat for yourself.

You can find him standing proud on the shelves at The Otter's Couch.
By shopping with us, you’re not just finding a one-of-a-kind treasure—you're also supporting local makers and a wonderful community social enterprise.

Pop and say hello to the lovely volunteers ✨

Open 10.00 - 16.00

24/06/2026

🎨 The Otter's Couch is OPEN today! 🦦

Looking for something unique? Stop by and browse our beautiful collection of handmade arts and crafts. Every piece in the shop is created by talented local makers, so you’re supporting our community with every find.

Whether you're looking for a special gift or a treat for yourself, we'd love to see you!

⏰ Open 10.00 - 16.00

19/06/2026

Due to all our volunteers being on holiday or otherwise gainfully occupied we unfortunately will be CLOSED on SATURDAY 19th June. Back to normal Wednesday to Saturday inclusive opening from Wednesday 24 June 10am.

06/06/2026

💙 A huge thank you to our wonderful Gail! 💙
Today marks a very special, yet emotional day in the shop, as it is Gail’s official last day with us.
For the past almost 4 years, Gail has generously given up her time, energy, and smiles as a volunteer. We truly cannot thank her enough for the incredible dedication and kindness she has shown to our team and to all of you, our wonderful customers. The shop simply won't be the same without her around every week!
✨ The good news? Gail isn’t leaving us completely! While she is stepping down from volunteering, she will still be stocking her beautiful, bespoke handmade items right here in the shop. So you can still take a little piece of her creativity home with you 💕Yasmar Creations.
Please join us in wishing Gail all the absolute best for her next chapter. If you're popping by today, do make sure to say a massive thank you and goodbye!
Thank you for everything, Gail. You are a star! 🌟

Please give Gails's page a like 🙂 Yasmar Creations

Handmade in Scottish Highlands art,crafts,cards,knitwear

03/06/2026

Some lovely new stock & of course some old favourites in the shop this week 🦦
Open Open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 🙂

27/05/2026

A beautiful selection of gifts in the shop today 🦦
Open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 🙂

21/05/2026

Open Today, Friday & Saturday 10.00 - 16.00

Here is a sneak peek of what’s waiting for you on the shelves:

🌾 Highland Cow Canvas Print Bring a bit of rustic, hairy charm into your home! This gorgeous canvas features a beautiful Highland cow enjoying a cheeky snack. It's guaranteed to bring a smile to anyone's face.

🍹Hand-Marbled Ceramic Glasses
Make your thirst quenching a little more artistic! These stunning white and magenta marbled mugs feature unique, fluid designs. No two are exactly alike, making them a beautiful, one-of-a-kind gift for the water or wine lover in your life.

🍯 Brora Bees Scottish Heather Honey
A true taste of the Highlands! Straight from the glens of East Sutherland, this rich, authentic Scottish Heather Honey is perfect for drizzling over porridge, spreading on toast, or sweetening your tea. 🐝

✨ Soy Wax Melts 💜🍏🍂🍋🌹
Fill your home with incredible, comforting scents. Made with essential oils, these lovely, polka-dot-packaged melts come in a variety of delightful fragrances

Pop in and see us! Our shelves are stocked, our volunteers are smiling🙂

14/05/2026

On a dreich day like today, why not head along to The Otter's Couch and treat yourself or a loved one with a special gift from a wide selection of handmade arts and crafts, such as The Cathie, by Sally Howells Art.

The shop is between 10am and 4pm today, tomorrow (Friday 15th ) and Saturday.

Planned opening for next week: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10am-4pm

The Otter's Couch is staffed by volunteers and run by local charity Brora Development Trust, providing a route to market for local artisans.

Sally Howells Art
Sheenagh Harrison Art
Ard Beag Ceramics
Two Blue Dogs Designs
Crafty Burd
Lighthouse Crafts
Donna's Crafts
Highland Lights
fyrish glass
Whimsical Highland Crafter
Drifted into Design
Handmade By Fiona
Isla's Jewellery Box

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