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Borders Textile Towerhouse to Host Vibrant Makers Market on Saturday 29 November 2025

Borders Textile Towerhouse in Hawick is set to welcome visitors for a festive day of creativity, craftsmanship and Christmas inspiration at its one-day Makers Market on Saturday 29 November 2025, from 10:00 to 16:00. Located at Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick, TD9 9EN, the Towerhouse will be transformed into a bustling marketplace showcasing the exceptional talents of makers and artists from across the Scottish Borders.

The event offers a unique opportunity to meet an exciting selection of local creators working across a diverse range of disciplines. From beautifully handcrafted textiles and ceramics to original illustration, jewellery, wooden crafts, artisanal preserves and freshly baked treats, the market celebrates both traditional skills and contemporary design. Visitors can browse at their leisure, discover new makers, and find high-quality, locally produced gifts—perfect for Christmas shopping or for treating themselves to something special.

This year’s line-up of makers includes:

·       CaitRhiona – textiles
·       Scapa Studios – ceramics
·       Jack and Jill’s Jam – preserves
·       Umbellifer – printed goods
·       Laura’s Cakes – cakes
·       Robin and Wren – textiles
·       Zimbarrel Crafts – wooden crafts
·       The Thready Flock – textile art
·       Lisa Ainslie – illustration / art / print
·       Ann Smith Art – textile art
·       Andrea Harkness – scarves
·       Stacy Graham – jewellery
·       Alison Kurke – illustration / art / print
·       Jan Ferguson – illustration / art / print
·       Jacoba Paulus – illustration / art / print

·       Morvern Anderson – illustration / art / print

The Makers Market has grown in popularity year after year, drawing in both local residents and visitors eager to support independent makers and small creative businesses. With its friendly atmosphere, high-quality craftsmanship and wide range of price points, it’s an unmissable seasonal highlight for anyone seeking meaningful, beautifully made gifts.

Admission is free, with donations welcome to support future cultural programming at Borders Textile Towerhouse.

For more information about the venue and upcoming events, please contact Borders Textile Towerhouse or visit their official channels.