Embroidered Originals was established by myself, Marion Mitchell, in 1988 while at home with a young family. I wanted a means to contribute to the family income without having to go out to work, so I drew on my background of textile design and embroidery to produce a range of handmade cards which I sold at craft fairs around the country.
The business developed as the children grew up and in 1996, I was joined by my husband Robert as a full time business partner. His background was also in design and illustration which made him an invaluable addition at a time when the business was expanding into the trade side.
We now have outlets in many craft and gift shops, galleries and visitor centres throughout the country and a thriving mail order business.
We still find time to attend some craft shows which gives us a valuable chance to meet our customers and we have our own small retail outlet in our studio/showroom beside our house.
Today, all of our products are still designed and handmade by ourselves, with help from our two talented friends, Barbara and Fiona, here at our cottage at Blacketyside farm near Leven in Fife.