SUMMER IN THISTLE GLEN 

The long summer days in Thistle Glen seemed to last forever. Golden sunshine spilled across the Highland meadows, wildflowers danced in the warm breeze, and every winding path led to another little adventure waiting to be discovered.

Luna and Travis spent their days exploring the glen with their faithful friends—Shelly the curious silver tabby, Hamish the cheerful Westie, Scottie the thoughtful Scottish Terrier, gentle Bonnie, and all the woodland creatures who called the Highlands home. Together they wandered through cottage gardens bursting with flowers, shared picnics beneath old apple trees, searched for hidden treasures in the woods, and filled every day with laughter, kindness, and a little touch of magic.

As the weeks passed, baskets grew heavier with ripe berries, the orchards filled with apples and pears, and a cool breeze began to whisper through the trees. None of them realised it yet, but the glen was quietly preparing for a new season.

Soon, a special invitation would arrive, calling everyone back to Heatherbank Halt, where fresh adventures, familiar faces, and wonderful new friends were waiting.

And so, with hearts full of happy summer memories, the next chapter was ready to begin...

 Summer at Thistle Glen

The Little Highland Express gave one final cheerful whistle before disappearing around the bend, leaving only the soft scent of steam and wildflowers drifting through the warm Highland air.

Luna and Travis stood quietly for a moment, taking it all in.

Before them stretched Thistle Glen, bathed in golden summer sunshine. Harebells danced among the grasses, foxgloves nodded gently in the breeze, and the Grand Rowan Mother spread her great green branches like welcoming arms over the heart of the Glen.

A familiar robin fluttered down onto an old wooden gate.

It was Rowan.

Clutched carefully in his tiny beak was not a mysterious map or a forgotten ticket this time, but a simple handwritten invitation.

"Come and see the Glen in bloom."

Waiting beneath the ancient tree were new friends and warm smiles.

Bonnie had packed a picnic hamper overflowing with buttery shortbread, fresh scones and jars of her famous Brumel Preserve. Bottles of sparkling Thistle Bru gleamed in the sunshine, while Shelly, Hamish and Scottie were already chasing butterflies through the meadow. Nearby, Fergus laughed as Pip tried to carry a brumel almost bigger than himself, and Bramble carefully filled his little cart with berries gathered from the hedgerows.

There were no trains to catch, no maps to follow and no mysteries to solve.

Only long summer afternoons, wildflower meadows, berry-stained fingers, stories shared beneath the Grand Rowan Mother, and the quiet joy of discovering that home is not simply a place you arrive at...

...it's the place where friends are waiting for you.

Welcome to Summer at Thistle Glen, where every flower has a story, every picnic is made with love, and every golden day becomes a treasured memory.

JOURNEY HOME 

Welcome to Journey Home

Join Luna & Travis as they begin the next chapter of their adventure, leaving the seaside behind to journey towards the enchanting world of Thistle Glen. Along winding railway tracks, ancient woodlands and charming country stations, they discover that every journey is made even more magical by the friends you meet along the way.

Inside this collection you'll be introduced to a delightful cast of new woodland companions, each bringing their own warmth, wisdom and personality to the story. Together they prove that home is not simply a place you arrive at—it's the memories you make, the adventures you share, and the friendships that last a lifetime.

So pack your suitcase, climb aboard the Little Highland Express, and let the journey begin…

 Journey Home

The next chapter, new Kit to follow.

The salty breeze of the seaside was gently fading as the Little Highland Express let out a cheerful whistle and began its climb towards the glens.

Luna and Travis settled beside the carriage window, watching rolling hills replace the waves they had come to love. Around them, faithful friends gathered their treasured belongings—Bonnie smiled softly beneath her favourite oak pendant, Hamish and Scottie kept a careful eye on the luggage, while Angus, Mòrag and the woodland travellers looked eagerly towards the winding tracks ahead.

With every gentle chuff of the engine, the Highlands drew a little closer. Purple heather danced across the hillsides, rowan trees stretched welcoming branches towards the sky, and somewhere beyond the next bend waited Heatherbank Halt... and the village of Thistle Glen.

It was more than a journey.

It was the beginning of a new chapter, where old friendships would grow stronger, new adventures would unfold, and every ticket carried the promise of another story waiting to be told.

So gather your bags, climb aboard, and let the Little Highland Express take you home.

SEASIDE WHIMSY 

The morning sun sparkled across the sea as Luna, Travis, and Shelly followed Captain Barnabus along the shoreline. With an old brass compass tucked beneath his wing, the wise seagull led them to hidden coves where sea glass shimmered like tiny jewels and delicate shells waited to be discovered.

Shelly's basket soon overflowed with seaside treasures, while Luna gathered wildflowers that danced in the salty breeze. Travis searched every rock pool for curious little creatures, never knowing what wonderful surprise the next wave might bring.

As the tide rolled gently back to sea, Captain Barnabus smiled and said, "Every adventure leaves us with beautiful memories... and every memory becomes part of the journey home."

With happy hearts and pockets full of treasures, the friends watched the sun sink into the horizon, already dreaming of where their next adventure would lead.

Welcome To Thistles & Pixels 

Somewhere between Scotland's purple hills, ancient glens and misty lochs, there is a little place where imagination quietly blooms.

Among the heather, thistles and bluebells, every weathered teapot tells a story, every Highland friend has a tale to share, and every handcrafted treasure carries a touch of magic. Here you'll discover gentle watercolour dreams, vintage heirloom charm and a sprinkle of Scottish whimsy woven into every illustration.

Thistles & Pixels is the beginning of that journey.

This debut collection celebrates the heart of Scotland with elegant thistles, fragrant heather, Highland treasures, beloved woodland friends, timeless tartans and cosy keepsakes—all lovingly created in my signature heirloom style for storytellers, scrapbookers and dreamers alike.

Whether you're preserving precious memories or simply escaping into a world of creativity, I hope these illustrations bring a little warmth, wonder and Highland magic to every page you create.

So pour yourself a wee dram—or perhaps a cup of tea—wander through the glens, and welcome to Thistles & Pixels.

I'm so glad you're here.