Làmhan, the Stirling-based sewing charity, has shared fears over an uncertain future. After a lack of orders, the team cancelled their planned workshops for November and December.
The charity has a focus on keeping Scotland’s textile history alive while providing help to those in need. At Làmhan, many self-sustaining and employable skills are offered to those who need them.
Làmhan aims to promote environmental sustainability by reusing leftover materials in their classes. They also want to advance arts and culture through reviving traditional tailoring, kiltmaking and dressmaking.
They hold hands-on workshops, apprenticeships, and public education.
In a Facebook post, Làmhan wrote: “This decision wasn’t made lightly, but unfortunately, it’s become necessary given out current circumstances. We have refunded all orders through Eventbrite.
“Right now, we’re unsure what the future holds for Làmhan. As a small charity, we depend on workshop participation, orders, and funding to keep our mission alive.”
Currently, the charity is exploring possible grants and other methods to keep their doors open, noting that it is a “challenging time”.
Làmhan was founded to provide affordable and high-quality sewing tuition in Scotland – something that was missing from the industry. At their roots, they have strong morals and simply want Scotland’s heritage to be kept alive.
“To all our supporters, thank you for being with us on this journey. Your encouragement, engagement, and belief in what we do mean[s] the world to us. We’ll keep you updated as we work towards a path forward”, Làmhan said. They ended their post by asking supporters to share their story and spread the word.
Làmhan’s official website can be found here, or to visit in person you can find them at 80 Murray Place, Stirling.
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