Passionate about reducing textile waste, I discovered KITBACK while planning for my 25/26 HND Textiles course at Dundee & Angus College, East Scotland, where I teach in the Art & Design department. KITBACK is a social enterprise founded by the charity Street Soccer which combines a love of football with social impact and environmental action, […]
Cutting, sewing and making workshop in Moulin Hall, Pitlochry, Scotland run by Ruth at ROOBEDO. This was a lovely morning on Saturday 17th January 2026 when 9 folk joined me to make a pair of cosy, colourful mittens from preloved cashmere. Everyone seemed to enjoy the process and could see samples, instructions and videos to […]
The Impact of Fast Fashion – I have been asked on many occasions to be a guest speaker and talk about the impact of Fast Fashion with a focus on my own business perspective ROOBEDO. I am available for bookings – and here is a summary of one of my presentations. Fast Fashion Fix? by […]
You can see a short video about ROOBEDO and my creative process here >> Sewing since a child, it was an easy career choice to pursue my love of textiles. Graduating from the Scottish College of Textiles in 1993 I have worked in many areas of the Scottish Clothing Industry and latterly, as a designer/maker, […]
I have just released dates for a couple of new sewing clubs at the Moulin Hall in Pitlochry. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, I try to create a supportive environment where you’ll learn tips and techniques to make your sewing projects come to life. I have over 25 years teaching […]
25 years ago, I wanted to produce a ‘wholesome’ range of utility clothing that would become favourites. By this I meant clothing from UK produced fabrics that will fit, wash and wear well, transcending the seasons and lasting for many years. I now have the terminology – sustainable, slow. The world now is a very […]
Saturday 2nd Dec 2023 10am – 5pmI will be opening my doors for a sample sale, with gifts, clothing and accessories available. Selected stock available to buy. Everything is made in my workshop and there’s some sample lines on the rail too. Pop in and say hello – and maybe find out about mini-make workshops […]
Remember, remember the 5th of November and it’s the next Pitlochry Repair Cafe! Roobedo has been invited to run a special creative textiles visible mending workshop from 1.30-2.30pm in Moulin Hall, while Repair Cafe is happening, for eight lucky people. To book simply email direct >> repaircafe@sprout-community-eco-hub.com or sign up on the FB page https://www.facebook.com/PitlochryRepairCafe […]
Another exciting opportunity for Textiles students I teach at Dundee and Angus College – exhibiting their work at the V&A Dundee, May 2023. It was still about upcycling, of course, but this time it was red carpet silhouettes. PRESS RELEASE 12TH MAY 2023 [issued by Marketing department at D&A College] Garments made by Textiles Students […]
I just visited an amazing exhibition at the University of St Andrews’ Wardlaw Museum all about one of my favourite things . . . PEAT!! The smell of peat in the air reminds me of childhood – holidays on the Isle of Lewis, staying in the MacDonald’s croft at Tobson. This exhibition explores the importance of […]