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Timorous Beasties Makers of eclectic wallpapers, fabrics & homewares. Designed in Scotland, Est. 1990.

Their work could be seen as a wayward take on the often “twee” world of textiles, with heavily illustrative insects, ‘triffid’-like plants, birds and other animals. They are also known for their contemporary take on the ‘Toile de Jouy’ fabrics of Napoleonic France, and have designed a number of toiles based on different cities around the world. The original ‘Toile’ designs are viewed today as very

traditional but in fact depict scenes of drinking and womanizing that reflected the society of the day. Similarly, Timorous Beasties’ toiles reflect the under-belly of urban social realism against a back drop of familiar, landmark buildings. One of their strengths is the ability to provide a bespoke service from custom colours to original artwork. All design work takes place at their Glasgow Studio, where they continue to hand-print many of their fabrics and wallpapers. In addition, their experimental approach and their investment in new design and manufacturing techniques have allowed them to move into other product areas including lace, jacquards, lighting, rugs and ceramics. Their work can be viewed in both residential and commercial settings and they often undertake projects out with their normal parameters. This is evident in their engraved stone cladding for Cabot Circus Shopping Centre in Bristol, granite over slabs for the Burns Museum in Ayr, bespoke gravestones and an aluminium installation on the exterior of Princes Square Shopping Centre in Glasgow. Timorous Beasties opened their first retail shop in 2004 on the Great Western Road in Glasgow and a second shop in central London in 2007. In addition they have collaborated with brands such as Brintons Carpets, Nike and Famous Grouse. In 2011 they produced a bespoke collection of cushions for John Lewis Department Stores, an exclusive range of textiles and home accessories for Liberty of London and home accessories for the newly refurbished National Portrait Gallery in Edinburgh.

26/06/2026

NEW IN SHOPPERS: BERKELEY BLOOMS 🌺🌸🪻

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25/06/2026

Metallic ink is one of those rare and beautiful printing techniques that can’t be digitally replicated ✨

The way it reflects light, creates depth and brings a design to life is something that only happens in print.

Our Director Ali explains the process behind this unique craft and why metallic inks remain so special.

24/06/2026

COME ON SCOTLAND 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
Flying the flag from Scotland to the world stage.

Best of luck to for their third match of the FIFA World Cup.

24/06/2026

NEW IN SHOPPERS: SPRAY TAG🎨🫟

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A reflection on light, surface, and atmosphere.As part of our ongoing Summer Solstice series, we return to themes of mir...
23/06/2026

A reflection on light, surface, and atmosphere.

As part of our ongoing Summer Solstice series, we return to themes of mirrored finishes, metallic surfaces, and the ephemeral interplay between illumination and texture.

Presented during 3 Days of Design in Christianshavn, Copenhagen last summer — by the Scottish Government Nordic Office and Local Heroes, curated by Stacey Hunter — our custom printed mirror floor installation explored the transformative qualities of reflection, amplifying light, depth, movement, and pattern throughout the space.

For bespoke printed mirrors and custom reflective finishes for residential or showroom interiors, enquire now through our Glasgow, Edinburgh, or London showrooms ✨

22/06/2026

NEW IN SHOPPERS: LEAFORIA🍂🍁

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To mark the Summer Solstice, we're celebrating designs that shimmer with the season's golden light. Across our collectio...
21/06/2026

To mark the Summer Solstice, we're celebrating designs that shimmer with the season's golden light. Across our collections, metallic finishes catch and reflect every changing mood of summer — from hand-printed metallic inks and gilded wallpaper grounds to sumptuous velvet cushions adorned with luminous details.

Curated here is a selection of favourites that embrace the glow: ethereal jellyfish drifting through silvered waters, gilded thistles standing proud, and a cast of beautifully unruly motifs in between.

A celebration of light, lustre and the unexpected ✨

20/06/2026

NEW IN SHOPPERS: GRANDIFOLIUS 🍃

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✨ NEW IN ✨Whether you're heading for the beach, a city break or simply making the most of summer at home, our new shoppe...
18/06/2026

✨ NEW IN ✨
Whether you're heading for the beach, a city break or simply making the most of summer at home, our new shopper bags are ready to come along for the ride.

Meet Grandifolius, Cerebral Marble, Berkeley Blooms, Leaforia and Spray Tag. Bold prints, plenty of personality and enough room for all your essentials. Designed to make a statement wherever the season takes you.

🌞 Which design is your favourite?

Explore all our shopper designs at timorousbeasties.com

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