I am a Scot through and through, yet my family and I have called Manitoba, Canada home for over 25 years. The name Thistle & Maple Leaf symbolizes the two nations that are very dear to me.

I will forever be thankful to my Mum for teaching me to knit. It must not have been easy, given my limited patience and concentration as a child (as my school report cards would confirm), but as I matured, I discovered a fondness for knitting and immense satisfaction in seeing a piece take shape. The positive feedback on my finished works has been incredibly rewarding.

While my focus is primarily on women's, children's, and baby apparel, I also take on custom projects. If you have a specific idea in mind, please feel free to reach out, and we can explore your concepts together.