Where Is Timorous Beasties Based?

Timorous Beasties was established in Glasgow in 1990 by Alistair McAuley and Paul Simmons, who met studying textile design at Glasgow School of Art.

What is Timorous Beasties inspired by?

Much of their inspiration comes from the printed image – old etchings, engravings, copper plates and lino cuts – which is evident in their contemporary toiles and instantly recognisable 'Omni Splatt', 'Blotch' and 'Kaleido' designs.

What company is Timorous Beasties?

The Glasgow design firm Timorous Beasties, named after Robert Burns's poem 'To A Mouse,' was founded in 1990 by Alastair McAuley and Paul Simmons, who met while studying design at the Glasgow School of Art. Timorous Beasties specializes in imaginative hand-printed wallpapers, blinds, and fabrics.