About Wrendale Designs: Whimsical British Artistry from the English Countryside

Founded in 2012 by award-winning British artist Hannah Dale, Wrendale Designs is celebrated worldwide for its enchanting, character-filled illustrations of woodland wildlife, garden birds, and beloved pets. Based in the heart of the Lincolnshire countryside in England, the brand began at Hannah’s kitchen table when she started painting the lively hares and native creatures surrounding her rural home.

With a degree in Zoology from Cambridge University, Hannah brings a keen eye for nature and animal behavior to her easel. Each design begins as an original hand-painted watercolor, brought to life with soft textures, expressive eyes, and her signature whimsical paint splatters. Rather than simply painting an animal, Hannah captures its distinct personality—from the puffed-up pride of a winter robin to the curious tilt of a country mouse.

Today, Wrendale Designs is a multi-award-winning British heritage brand—and a prestigious recipient of the Queen’s Award for Enterprise—cherished by makers, nature lovers, and collectors alike. For needleworkers and crafters, Wrendale’s beautifully crafted tins, pouches, and accessories bring a touch of heirloom English charm to every project bag, sewing table, and gift basket.