There are few more evocative and distinctive patterns than a traditional Highland tartan. The distinguished plaids and checks incite images of wood cabins, log fires and the great outdoors.

Creating this classy, laird-like look in your home can prove a little tricky. Such a strong and recognisable design can seem overpowering and garish. However, by using the right combinations of colours in the right spots you can fashion a gorgeous Gaelic getaway clad in your very own clan tartan.

Less is definitely more when creating your Scotch nest egg. Subtle tartan accents in rugs and runners, cushions and covers or even a feature wall lined in tartan paper is just enough to help create a smart and sophisticated style.

A blind is also a great way to introduce tartan into your home. At Tuiss we have a range of tartan style designs in a host of elegant colour combinations to suit any home. There’s the Buchan Plaid Grey, with its classic mixture of grey, black and neutral tones. Then there’s the Sloane Chelsea roman with its grown up Gingham checks.

For something even more striking, try the Buchan Plaid Red roman blind, combining faded salmon with raspberry red for a charming country tartan style.