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Isle of Auskerry
Isle of Auskerry is a family-run business conceived by Simon Brogan and his wife Teresa, the sole inhabitants of a remote Orkney Island in Scotland. In a bid to swap the life of a commuter for one working with nature, they moved to dedicate themselves to ensuring the survival of the rare North Ronaldsay sheep, of which there are only three flocks left in Orkney. From their herd, Isle of Auskerry create luxuriously soft sheepskin rugs, each unique in its colour and markings.
Maker's Story
Isle of Auskerry is a family-run business conceived by Simon Brogan and his wife Teresa, the sole inhabitants of a remote Orkney Island in Scotland. In a bid to swap the life of a commuter for one working with nature, they moved to dedicate themselves to ensuring the survival of the rare North Ronaldsay sheep, of which there are only three flocks left in Orkney. From their herd Isle of Auskerry create luxuriously soft sheepskin rugs, each unique in its colour and markings.
Maker's Quote
These sheep have thrived here for thousands of years, having been farmed by the original settlers who used them to keep warm. Our flock of North Ronaldsays are the second largest in the UK. The scarcity of these sheep makes them a rare breed and by supporting our flock, we are helping to conserve their unique genes.”
Founder of Isle of Auskerry
The Process
For 35 years, Teresa and Simon have hand-cured sheepskin using rainwater. Their isolated Scottish island has no mains electricity or running water, and their flock feed on seaweed, so their fleeces are ethically reared and sustainably produced.
The Process
