Skyeskyns

Established in 1983, Skyeskyns is the sole remaining commercial woolskin tannery in Scotland.  Created and developed by Clive and Lydia Hartwell the venture was a dream nurtured for twenty years, ever since Clive first set eyes on the beautiful coastal village of Waternish. Today, the second generation of the Hartwell family is helping to steer the business through the 21^st Century, producing and stocking the highest quality, hand-crafted sheepskins, leather and woollen goods. Skyeskyns has become an immensely popular 5-star visitor attraction, drawing thousands of the visitors who come to the Isle of Skye throughout the year.

Lambskins have always been a by-product of farming in Britain, where we have the highest standards of animal welfare.  Skyeskyns works closely with their suppliers to ensure that all their lambskins are ethically sourced and carefully selected to produce the most beautiful and durable fleeces, rugs and throws.  Passionate about working with British farmers and manufacturers, all but a very few products in their range are made in the UK.  Most of their premium quality sheepskins are machine washable.

Their range of natural sheepskin products include single sheepskins in a variety of natural colours, natural shaped rugs made up of several fleeces (from two to eight), sheepskin bean bags and seat cushions, sheepskin cushions, also incorporating Skye-produced tweed, mosaic sheepskin rugs and other sheepskin and woollen accessories.  Their range is available to purchase in their online store.  Skyeskyns have experience working with interior designers and architects and, together with their in-house tanners and seamstresses, are happy to discuss any bespoke requirements for tailor-made products.