The Scottish Tartans Museum

86 East Main St

Franklin, NC 28734

(828)524-7472

tartans@scottishtartans.org

 

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Sgians Dubh

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Inverness Cape

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Tartan ties, scarves, sashes, tams, caps and more

Irish tartan accessories

United States Military Tartans

Carolina Tartan

Historic Colors

Estate Tweeds

 

TARTAN_YARDAGE

 

CREST ITEMS

 

To Wear the Kilt is My Delight!

    There is no question about it. The best and most dramatic way for you to show your pride in your tartan is to wear it in a kilt. We are dedicated to bringing you the highest quality in craftsmanship. Each kilt we sell is entirely hand pleated, hand stitched, and tailor made to your measurements by some of the finest and most experienced Scottish kilt makers.  These are the highest quality kilts that money can buy -- we would not offer anything less.

    There are many options and varieties for your kilt.  Below is a selection of our prices, to give you an idea of what we offer.
    Because each kilt is made to measure, and many options are available as far as tartan, color scheme, kilt weight, and pleating, we are not able to offer our kilts via a "one-click" shopping cart system. To order your kilt, it is best to phone us at (828)524-7472 between the hours of 10am and 5pm Monday through Saturday, or email us at tartans@scottishtartans.org for more information.  We think it is important to actually talk with you before ordering this heirloom item.  At the bottom of this page, you will find checklist of the information we will need when you place your order.

 

The prices below are accurate for most tartansPlease check here to see lists of available tartans in the various weight ranges.  We always recommend purchasing the heaviest available weight that is within your budget.  We can have your kilt made in just about any tartan!  If you don't see it on our list, just ask us.  We can usually find it for you. This includes Regimental weight tartans, Irish County tartans, "Old & Rare" tartans from The House of Edgar, and even tweeds. 

 

Prices here given are for hip measurements of 46" or less.  If your size is greater, a surcharge will apply.  Please always call us to discuss the specifics of your kilt so that we can quote you an exact price.  The prices below are accurate for most kilts available in most tartans.  Again, check our fabric listings to see examples of available tartans in different weight ranges.

 

 

Side by side comparison:  A 4-yard box pleated kilt (left) and an 8 yard knife pleated kilt (right), both made from the Moffat tartan, pleated to the red line.

 

Full 8-yd Kilt -- Click to enlargeFULL 8 YARD KILTS

The standard kilt, and epitome of Highland Dress for the gentleman.  Knife pleated, either to sett or stripe, in the tartan of your choosing.  All tailoring is done completely by hand.  These kilts are made in Scotland, from 100% worsted wool kilting cloth.  Please allow 8 to 10 weeks for delivery.  Rush delivery may be available at an additional cost, dependant upon cloth availability.

10 oz light kilting weight:        $495.00

13 oz medium kilting weight:    $527.00

16 oz heavy kilting weight:      $537.00

16 oz "rare select" tartans:      $629.00

16 oz custom woven tartans:   $740.00

 

Casual kilt -- click to enlarge4 YARD "CASUAL" KILTS

An inexpensive option intended for casual wear, which can also be dressed up if needs be.  Knife pleated and made just as our standard kilts, the pleats are not as deep and are machine stitched.  The light kilt weight is not recommended for gentlemen, but makes an excellent skirt for a lady looking for a more kilt-like garment than the typical kilted skirt.  These kilts are made in Scotland, from 100% worsted wool kilting cloth.  Please allow 8 to 10 weeks for delivery.  Rush delivery may be available at an additional cost, dependant upon cloth availability.

10 oz light kilting weight:        $317.00

13 oz medium kilting weight:    $340.00

16 oz heavy kilting weight:      $345.00

16 oz "rare select" tartans:      $399.00

 

4-yd box pleated kilt, click for larger image4 YARD BOX PLEATED KILTS

The original tailored kilt of the late eighteenth century, up through the middle of the nineteenth century, was made from four yards of cloth and box pleated, rather than knife pleated.  Our own museum curator is now making this style of kilt, and it is a very good option for both those seeking a less expensive kilt, as well as those looking for a more historic garment.  These kilts are made in North Carolina by Matthew Newsome, from 100% worsted wool kilting cloth woven in Scotland.  Please allow approximately 16 weeks for delivery of these kilts.

Stock tartans, medium or heavy weight:    $395.00

Custom woven tartans, heavy weight:       $495.00

 

 


    To place your order, we will need the following information from you:

  • Your desired tartan -- this is most important!

  • The style of kilt you are choosing

  • The desired weight of your cloth

  • Your waist measurement, taken at your natural waist (just above your naval), snug

  • Your hip measurement, taken at the widest part of your seat, loose

  • The length of your kilt. Have someone else measure down the side of your hip from your natural waist (where you took the first measurement) down to the top of your kneecap.  You may add or subtract about an inch, if you prefer a longer or shorter kilt, but stay within this range.

  • Double take all measurements. We will have your kilt made to the measurements you provide. We cannot be responsible if the measurements you give us are not correct.

  • Give us your height and weight. This helps in double-checking your measurements.

  • Do you want your kilt pleated to sett or stripe? Pleating to the sett is most common today, and means the pattern of the tartan is reproduced in the pleats. Pleating to stripe, also called pleating to the line, or regimental pleating, is common in the military and pipe bands, but also looks good for civilian use. This is where a particular stripe from your tartan is centered on each pleat. Depending on what stripe is chosen, this can have different effects. Normally, we can pleat your kilt to whatever stripe you specify.  Standard eight yard kilts can be pleated either way.  Our casual kilts are pleated approximately to the sett, and the box pleated kilts are typically pleated to stripe.

  • Do you have a deadline? Kilts normally take 8 to 12 weeks to have made and delivered. Sometimes this can be longer if the cloth is out of stock, but you will be notified.

  • Your shipment and payment information. On all custom made goods, a 50% deposit is required at the time you place the order. The remaining 50% is due when the kilt is ready to ship. You may also choose to pre-pay up front.

Of course, if you have any other questions, you are welcome to contact us. The staff of the Scottish Tartans Museum gift shop is happy to answer any questions about your kilt.


 

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