THE SCAPA LIFE. Mindful Christmas gift guide

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1 THE SCAPA LIFE Mindful Christmas gift guide

Invest in experiences, invest in yourself. At Scapa Fest HQ, we believe in investing in ourselves and shopping mindfully, and in our daily life, we would always prioritise experiences over things.

2 Invest in experiences, invest in yourself. At Scapa Fest HQ, we believe in investing in ourselves and shopping mindfully, and in our daily life, we would always prioritise experiences over things. If we really must buy things, then we buy second-hand. And if we can t find second-hand, then we buy from makers and brands who truly care and understand the value of sustainable. With that in mind, we ve put together a mindful and eco-conscious Christmas list of yoga, adventure and special gifts, to help you show the ones you care about, some sustainable love. Clemence Founder of Scapa Fest

3 SCAPA FEST A weekend ticket to Scapa Fest 2018 for you + for them #1 Best experience gift

Scapa Fest s unique vision weaves together mind-body health, environmental action and outdoor education, in a 3-day event of all-encompassing Yoga and Adventure lifestyle, in one of the world's most

4 Scapa Fest s unique vision weaves together mind-body health, environmental action and outdoor education, in a 3-day event of all-encompassing Yoga and Adventure lifestyle, in one of the world's most beautiful locations. With over 130 workshops, talks & performances inspired by the natural world, for all ages and levels, a lineup of outstanding adventure instructors & performers, a Sunrise to Sunset local food experience, and a mind-opening Yoga off the Mat speakers series, Scapa Fest is a unique festival providing a one-of-a-kind immersive experience for all mind-body-nature explorers. Why we love it: It s a unique festival in the UK. Unmissable! Scapa Fest 2018 The UK s Yoga and Adventure Festival Where: Ardkinglas Estate, Loch Fyne, Scotland When: May 4-6, 2018 Weekend tickets include camping. Kids under 12 go free! Info + tickets:

5 THE KALI COLLECTIVE An unlimited membership or multi-class pass at the Kali Collective Yoga Studio #2 Best Self-care gift

The Kali Collective is a Yoga studio in Glasgow's city centre offering classes, workshops and courses in Yoga, Core Flow and Meditation for all levels, from beginner to daily practitioner.

6 The Kali Collective is a Yoga studio in Glasgow's city centre offering classes, workshops and courses in Yoga, Core Flow and Meditation for all levels, from beginner to daily practitioner. Our community is strong, diverse and unique. Our teachers are eternal students and strive to bring a yoga experience unique to Scotland. Everyone and everybody is welcome at The Kali Collective. Why we love it: It s the best yoga studio in town! World-class teachers and great community. The Kali Collective Home of Vinyasa Where: Suite 415b. The Pentagon Building. 36 washington street. Glasgow. Scotland. G3 8AZ When: Classes on 7 days a week. A variety of class passes, unlimited memberships and auto-renew contracts to choose from. Info + bookings:

7 WILD JOURNEYS A Wildside Journey, or 4-day Mull Classic escape #3 Best Adventure gift

8 Wild Journeys was born out of a passionate belief that now, more than ever, we need both adventure and space for reflection in our lives. They provide a range of both bespoke and off the shelf outdoor experiences. Journeys can be tailored for both individuals and groups. They can be as short as one day or as long as 21 days. Longer journeys take place on the Island of Mull and shorter journeys can be anywhere we can find wild. And you d be surprised where we can find wild! Wild Journeys For curious Minds Why we love it: Life-changing, magical adventures to explore yourself inside and out. Info + bookings: Where: Craig Na Hullish. Ardtun. Isle of Mull. PA67 6DH. Scotland. When: Dates throughout A variety of Wild Journeys Experiences to choose from, from Solo Space to Mull Classic.

9 ALL THAT IS BRAW Soft-like-butter Kale Pyjama Bottoms #4 Must Have sleepwear

10 Luxury sleepwear and playwear for kids big + small. Handmade to last in Scotland, All That is Braw construct their pyjamas in such a way that makes them stronger, more durable than many you'll find on the high street. All seams that take any pressure are sewn twice, using either french seams, of by topstitching overlocked seams. Eilidh, the founder and one-woman operator says: It is no use buying items that fall apart after a few months of wear so it is very important to me to make sturdy garments that will last and last. Why we love it: Free repair service for the lifetime of garments. No receipt of purchase necessary. All that is Braw Where: Online/Scotland What: Kids and adults sleepwear and playwear: night shirts, pyjamas bottoms, capes, masks and bibs... Online shop:

11 FINDRA Natural, durable, practical, expertly-designed base layer + headwear set #5 Best Adventure wear

12 Findra s ethos is about positivity and supporting one another. It s about empowering and encouraging women to look good, feel good and perform to the best of their abilities through participation in outdoor sports. Using high quality Italian sports merino wool, their garments are durable, practical and with natural wicking properties. Combined with the innovative seamless knitting technology, Findra s Made in Scotland performance lifestyle garments are perfect for all your adventures. Why we love it: The colours, the designs, the ethos Findra Where: Online/Scotland Where: FINDRA. 83 High Street. Innerleithen. EH44 6HD. A variety of fine merino baselayers and adventure wear and accessories. Online shop:

13 PRIYA ACTIVEWEAR An ethical and environment-friendly yoga kit #6 Empowered active wear

14 Empowering girls, women and communities, Priya Activewear is not on the high street and only makes small batches. Their kits are ethical and environmentally friendly, and 20% of their profits are given to support women s charities, projects and initiatives. They utilise colour therapy to improve flow and wellbeing when exercising. Get your kit on! Why we love i: It feels great to part of a give-back loop of yoga love. Priya Activewear Where: Online/Scotland What: Ethical fitness gear for all yoga, dance, running. NON-PROFIT. Affordable yoga pants that empower. Online shop:

15 TRAKKE An Assynt 28 backpack built for your dream adventure #7 Best Adventure Companion

16 Trakke make products for the everyday adventurer the seekers of the route less travelled. They create equipment that is durable, versatile and timeless equipment that blurs the line between kit and companion. Their simple, understated designs use materials and components that are time-tested and reliable to create bags that thrive out in the wild wherever your wilderness may be. Trakke - Adventure Everywhere Where: 100 eastvale place. Glasgow. G3 8QG. Scotland. What: Handmade adventure bags + accessories. Online shop: Why we love it: We love waxed-cotton, we love handmade and we love adventure. Trakke have it all.

17 CORKYOGIS A yoga mat that creates futures for vulnerable communities #8 the perfect yoga mat

18 CorkYogis are the first company to create luxury cork yoga mats with a social mission. For every CorkYogis mat that is purchased, they make a contribution towards one girl s training in a course of your choice. Help them give more girls a future! CorkYogis cork yoga mat provides an amazing non-slip, anti-bacterial and natural surface for your yoga practice with grip that actually increases as you sweat. Why we love: purpose. A great way to feel connected to a greater CorkYogis Where: Online/ UK What: Cork and eco-friendly Yoga mats and accessories. Online shop:

19 LOVE & SQUALOR A handmade-in-store garment to keep forever #9 Best Handmade Fashion

20 Love & Squalor sells honest, hand-made, ethical clothing made in store, as well as eco-conscious and natural bags, accessories, shoes and more. What could be nicer than a cosy wee shop filled with beautiful & functional things, amazing fabrics, lovely people and a sewing machine in full view & often in use? Why we love it: Because buying handmade + local means so much more than high street disposable and unethical fashion. Love & Squalor Where: 427 Great Western Rd. Kelvinbridge. G4 9JA. Scotland info@loveandsqualor.co.uk What: Handmade fashion and eco-wear + accessories. Online gallery: squalor427/

21 FINISTERRE A pair of Last Long Socks for your wildest escapes #10 Best Socks (literally)

22 Finisterre designs functional and sustainable products for those that share a love of the sea. They have taken a pioneering approach to making better and more sustainable products, challenging and innovating, seeking alternatives to what has gone before. They re committed to making informed decisions about their impact on the environment and are constantly trying to push boundaries to make the best products they can. Finisterre Where: 7 Earlham Street. London. WC2H 9LL. UK What: Men and womenswear + accessories. Online shop: Why we love it: The ONLY socks we wear at Scapa Fest HQ, from the pavements of Glasgow to the heights of Glencoe.

23 SURFERS AGAINST SEWAGE A plastic-free bundle to kickstart a no-plastic life #11 Mother Earth warriors

The Plastic-free bundle at Surfers against Sewage online shop is a good starter kit for those who d like to kick their plastic habit. You can do it! Surfers Against Sewage Humans have produced 8.

24 The Plastic-free bundle at Surfers against Sewage online shop is a good starter kit for those who d like to kick their plastic habit. You can do it! Surfers Against Sewage Humans have produced 8.3bn tonnes of plastic since the 1950s with the majority ending up in landfill or polluting the world s continents and oceans. This Plastic free bundle will help you to do your bit to offset your plastic use. What: Eco-conscious men, women and kidswear + non-plastic accessories. Why we love: Because time has really come to change how we live. Say no to plastic once and for all. Where: Online Online shop:

go well, mindfully... How important is it that a gift is a surprise? Asking people what they want or need means that you won t buy something useless, unwanted and unnecessary to them.

25 go well, mindfully... How important is it that a gift is a surprise? Asking people what they want or need means that you won t buy something useless, unwanted and unnecessary to them. Do you really want your surprise to someone be the gift of death to the planet? Just ask them what they want and what they need. And if nothing is the answer you get, then make them something instead. *** Wrap gifts in newspaper or recycled paper/fabric and don t use tape! Use wool string to bundle your gift of love.

26 Copyright: 2017, Scapa Fest. All rights reserved. Photo credits: Alison Groves, Kat Goldin, All that is Braw, Wild Journeys, Findra, the Kali Collective, Trakke, Priya Activewear, Love & Squalor, CorkYogis, Surfers Against Sewage, Finisterre.

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