Discover the magic of Shetland in every stitch

Discover the magic of Shetland in every stitch.

Who am I?

Hi, I’m Andrea. I started sewing to make clothes for my son, and my hobby became a full-time job when I started Uphouse Crafts in 2019.

When Jack was a toddler, I began making him:
- pyjamas
- hoodies
- jackets
- outdoor bib-n-brace trousers
- hats

The more I made for him, the more I learned and became hooked on sewing. It gave me a sense of purpose at a time when I wasn’t sure who I was other than ‘Mum’. In 2019, I decided to start Uphouse Crafts so I could work from home. Earlier that year, Jack had been diagnosed as autistic, and my husband and I adjusted our lives to fully support our son.

Where do I live?

I have lived in Shetland all my life, except for four years when I was at university in Aberdeen and Edinburgh. To me, Shetland is family and home. It is also a unique place where the accent is distinctive, the way of life is more relaxed, and the landscape is stunning.

Have you been to Shetland? You really should visit at least once.

What do I make?

Shetland influences my choice of fabrics as I love to showcase all the things that make our beautiful island unique. My work features puffins, seals, whales, and nautical themes, but I also have cheerful, colourful prints.

In 2024, I rediscovered a love of drawing. I’ve now introduced a range of hand-drawn puffins, Shetland landscapes, and boats. My family background in fishing has influenced my love of drawing fishing boats of all shapes and sizes. You can find out what our customers think here.


I offer a range of keyrings and notecards featuring my original digital drawings.

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