The Red Door: September 2017

Friday 29 September 2017

Print SALE for CYCLISTS !

It is wonderful cycling weather here in Edinburgh at the moment crisp, bright and dry. As is the way, we have no idea how long this will last, so we are harnessing our pedal power to celebrate with a Print SALE for CYCLISTS, yah! A firm favourite with The Red Door Team, we are delighted to be offering this 40 x 50 cm print of “Track Cyclist” with a metallic copper centre, for just £20! This poster was originally £25 and combines two of the artist’s passions – music and cycling.This colourful ray of sunshine is now only £16, and you will be delighted to hear it’s one of a series of four, A3 prints all inspired by cycling through the Scottish Landscape, 57 degrees North. The abstract series includes “Water”, “Road“, “Trees” and of course, “Sun“. The complete collection is on SALE, but keep in mind we are very low on some designs and this is the last of them, so best get your skates on… or your bike 🙂Rebecca Kaye is the design director behind the abstract prints, and she often collaborates with others under the moniker, The Middle of Nowhere. The above photographic series captures different locations across Scotland that The Middle of Nowhere Cycle Club visited on their trusty two wheels.The majestic spots include the famous Quariang, on the inspiring Isle of Skye (above), the Cairngorms mountain range, Pitlochry and Edinburgh’s Pentland Hills. The bold, typographic text gives these monochromatic landscape prints a contemporary edge. All four remaining designs in this folio are reduced from £20 to £16!Two more 40 x 50 cm prints are now wearing lower prices; the wonderfully abstract Velodrome poster is the first. The Second is the comedic Visual Compendium of Cycling Parts and Terms. Both are perfect gifts for the true bike / design geek!

Colourful, bright and Scottish, this Print SALE for CYCLISTS is intended to bring some of the outdoors to your indoors, a winter reminder of the summer fun!

Have a wonderful weekend!

xxx

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Print SALE for CYCLISTS !

Friday 22 September 2017

Misspent Youth

Misspent Funds, Beer and Aim Low, this week’s blog is a tribute to everyone who had a well, Misspent Youth! With winter fast approaching, why not brighten up your party wardrobe or jazz up the home stead for those cozy nights in?

Made in Scotland, these leather snap purses are sooo retro and witty they will conjure up memories for some and smiles for all. They are designed to fit in your pocket and keep all your hard earned pennies safe, in style. There are more colours and slogans to choose from, including our favourite, Misspent Youth!

If you’d like to add a hint of drama, how about this striking “Kissing Clutch” from Ark or “Sweetie Skull” coin purse from Sodakitsch? Both made in Scotland and are perfect for the coming seasons.

Of course there is always room for responsible drinking in adult life, but the classic, British, misspent youth would not be complete without a nod to the good ole pub. This remarkable Risograph Print is just in from East End Press and is a guide to world beers! Gin Anyone ever experiment with terrible “cocktails” in their yout’? Let’s keep those days in the past! Presently, we are delighted to have the Hello Sunshine collection back in stock, up your pin game before they sell out again!Edinburgh Old Town Whisky and New Town Gin prints by David Fleck are inspired by the incredible small batch production companies found across Edinburgh. These perfect prints and pours are a far cry from a misspent youth.Perhaps there is something to be said for a well placed Rebel Yell though 😉 The trump of all combs is available in our online shop now, along with a host of other NEW goodies.

Have a wonderful weekend folks!

xxx

Misspent Youth

Thursday 14 September 2017

Autumn Woolies At The Ready🍁🍂

It’s September and after a somewhat lack lustre Summer we seem to be heading straight into Autumn; as the leaves start turning and the temperatures drop to single figures.

In Scotland we seem to be able to DO Autumn and Winter pretty well. We love log fires, brisk walks in the cold air and of course stocking up on beautiful new knitwear to keep us cosy. With that thought in mind, we’ve just had a delivery of beautiful new knitwear by Orkney based Mixter Maxter Knitwear. All designed and made right here in Scotland.

What’s does the name mean? Well Mixter Maxter a scot’s slang for ‘A bit of a jumble’ and the collection is all about a cacophony of colour and pattern in knitted lambswool. Kirsteen the designer behind the brand, wants to bring fun and vibrancy to the scottish weather and we can guarantee these twist scarves are sure to put a smile on your face on even the coldest of days.

To The Left is a staff favourite we love the bold graphic lines and colours of the VIK range, available in 3 striking colour combinations.

Her modern take on Scottish Tartan has been catching eyes since it’s arrival. Available in a variety of bold colours paired with classic charcoal, there’s a colour for everyone.

The range also comes with beautiful matching mitts which will be arriving over the next month or so. Making sure you stay stylish and cosy on those brisk Autumn Walks.

We love a walk up Arthur’s Seat on an Autumnal Day. It’s a great escape,only a a short walk for the hustle and bustle of city life. The views from the top reach across to Fife and the North Berwick Coast. The Lindstrom Effect’s new print St Margarets Loch captures perfectly the mood on a cold winter’s day. This was part of our summer exhibition The Crag and Tale. Which you can read all about here.

An escape from the city to a Scottish Mountain is always a good idea. This print by Susie Wright has us wanting to escape on a cold crisp morning. If you’re lucky you might just spot a beautiful Stag on your adventures.

We like to take notebooks and sketch books with us on our Advenures. It’s the perfect time to relax, sketch the beautiful scenery, take some all important life notes or just have a wee doodle 🙂 These winter inspired notebooks are the perfect fit, nice and lightweight so you’re not lugging anything too heavy around with you.“If you go down to the woods today you’re sure of a big surprise”

If Winter Adventures are always on your mind but you maybe don’t get the chance to head off on them quite as much as you’d like, why not keep your adventurous spirit alive with these cute pins and earrings by Hello Sunshine.