Alanna Dale - Founder and Owner

LAZY PHEASANT

Alanna has always had a passion for the outdoors which led her to study Geology at Glasgow University. Wanting to further her studies, she applied for a Masters Degree in Environmental Engineering, which took her to Newcastle University and the University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain.

Since graduating she has worked in environmental management and mining for over 13 years, working in one of the last surface coal mines in Ayrshire. It wasn't until taking an evening class, in soft furnishings, back in 2011 that she mastered the art of the sewing machine! 

Moving to a traditional house in the country and a desire to make her own home furnishings, ultimately became the launch pad for her own designs. It was during her honeymoon to Paris in 2013 that the concept of 'Lazy Pheasant' was established, as a creative outlet and fledgling business idea.

Alanna loves the outdoors and the countryside and is a passionate supporter of the Scotland Rugby Team. Her husband is a former club rugby player and has provided much of the inspiration behind our iconic Rugby Ball Cushions.