Lizzie Forbes is a Scottish Knitwear Designer creating contemporary accessories inspired by the landscapes and native flora of Scotland.

Close-up of pink heather flowers growing in a natural grassy area with blurred background of dry grass and trees.
Close-up of green and red leaves with water droplets on their surface.
Close-up of wild blaeberry plants with dark blue berries and green leaves, and a fern leaf in the foreground.
Close-up of a purple teasel flower with a bee collecting nectar on the right side.
Lizzie Forbes displaying her honours collection 'In the Heather' at the 2026 Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design Degree Show.

A recent graduate of Textile Design at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design, Lizzie’s work combines Scotland’s rich knitting heritage with a thoughtful approach to sustainable, lasting design.

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Lizzie Forbes is continually inspired by the Scottish landscape and the plants that grow within it. Exploring the rich, moody colour palettes, textures and organic forms found in the natural environment, which are translated into knitted textiles.

Close-up of blaeberry bushes.

OUR VALUES

We believe in creating knitwear with consideration at every stage - from the materials we choose to the way each piece is made and packaged.

We only use sustainable materials for our products - all of our knitted accessories are made with 100% lambswool which is spun in Aberdeenshire.

Our packaging is sourced within the UK, using local suppliers wherever possible, and is all 100% recyclable. 

It is a goal of ours to one day source all of our materials here in Scotland and have a fully circular business.

AWARDS

Fife Contemporary New Makers Award

2026

F&A Bradshaw Award

2026

Land O’Spex Prize

2026

Shortlisted for Global Creative Graduate Showcase

2026