THE SELKIE COLLECTIVE
ABOUT
A Love for Local, A Mission for Sustainability -
Meet the Faces Behind The Selkie Collective
THE FOUNDERS
We're Emma and Amy, the founders of The Selkie Collective - a store born from our shared passion for sustainability, ethical living, and supporting Scottish craftsmanship.
Our journey began when we met at a Gaelic playgroup, and over the years, we discovered a mutual commitment to protecting our environment and finding ways to live more sustainably. Frustrated by the lack of accessible, eco-friendly options, we decided to create a space where people could find thoughtfully sourced, sustainable products all in one place. The Selkie Collective Store is a carefully curated hub of whole foods, refillable essentials, and unique gifts—many of which are crafted by talented Scottish artisans.
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We take pride in championing small, independent makers who share our values, offering high-quality goods that are both beautiful and environmentally responsible. Whether you're looking to reduce waste with refill options, stock up on wholesome foods, or find a special handcrafted gift, we’re here to help you shop with intention.
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By choosing to shop at The Selkie Collective Store, you’re not just making a purchase—you’re supporting a more sustainable future, investing in local craftsmanship, and helping to protect the natural beauty of Scotland.
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We’d love to welcome you into our store and share what we’ve created.
Amy & Emma xx
OUR STORE
Nestled on the Isle of Skye, The Selkie Collective is a proudly eco-conscious store dedicated to sustainable, ethical, and locally sourced goods. Our focus is on Scottish produce, whole foods, refills, and unique gifts, all carefully chosen to support our community, minimize waste, and celebrate local craftsmanship.
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We are passionate about making sustainable living more accessible, offering refillable household essentials, high-quality whole foods, and handcrafted gifts from talented Scottish artisans. Every product we stock is thoughtfully sourced with ethical production, low environmental impact, and local support in mind.
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While we use terms like Eco & Zero Waste to describe what we do, we acknowledge that absolute sustainability is complex. From air miles to packaging choices, organic certifications to ethical sourcing—every decision comes with its own considerations. We don’t claim to be perfect, but we are committed to doing better and helping our community make mindful, informed choices.
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At The Selkie Collective, we believe small, thoughtful actions lead to meaningful change. Whether you're refilling your pantry, finding a handcrafted gift, or simply looking for ways to shop more sustainably, our store is here to help.
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Let’s support local, shop with purpose, and care for our planet—together.
SELKIE MYTHOLOGY
In Scottish mythology, selkie folk meaning "seal folk" are mythological beings capable of therianthropy, changing from seal to human form by shedding their skin.
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When searching for what connects us in place and purpose, we felt that the idea of the selkie women coming onto the land and shedding their skin, giving into the desire of wanting to have freedom over their bodies to dance and sing, really resonated with us as women. Combined with our passion for the environment and want to do what we can to learn, grow, and work with others in our community, we felt that the Selkie encompassed our aim to support and nurture both our women owned and run business, our community and the natural environment, where our shared humanity exists.