Calvaria Kilts

Calvaria Kilts Kiltmaker and Designer
part of House of Calvaria
Makes kilts for Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers

The Watson Ancient tartan is a visually striking pattern. This tartan primarily features a rich blend of blue and green,...
23/09/2026

The Watson Ancient tartan is a visually striking pattern. This tartan primarily features a rich blend of blue and green, complemented by subtle stripes of red and yellow. The blue tones range from a deep navy to a lighter Balmoral blue, creating a vibrant backdrop that highlights the intricate weaving of the other colours.

The green hues in the Watson Ancient tartan vary from a dark forest green to a more muted dark green, adding depth and contrast to the pattern. The red stripes are bright and bold, while the yellow stripes add a touch of brightness.

This ancient variant of the Watson tartan tends to have a slightly muted and softer appearance, which is typical of the ancient colour palettes. These colours are designed to resemble the dyes that would have been available in past centuries, giving the tartan an authentic and timeless quality.

Tartan - Watson Ancient
Kilt made for Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers

Here it is, the full run down of how many stitches went into making this kilt.And yes, I painstakingly counted them all ...
14/09/2026

Here it is, the full run down of how many stitches went into making this kilt.

And yes, I painstakingly counted them all while I was sewing.

I had a rough idea of how many stitches went into a kilt, but taking the time to actually count them as I was sewing, I was surprised by, either how many stitches went into one particular area, or how little there was in others. So, it was a learning experience for me as well.

From looking at some of the answers I received, a few of you were close.

Are you surprised by the final total? Let me know in the comments below 👇👇

Clothing can tell a story, and it can also help tell your story. And what better way to help tell your story than gettin...
09/09/2026

Clothing can tell a story, and it can also help tell your story. And what better way to help tell your story than getting your own tartan designed and then getting a set of kilts made from it.

Each colour was carefully selected by the customer and then skilfully designed by Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers to make this beautiful personalised tartan.

It was a great joy to make these two kilts in the customers' very own tartan, helping them add pieces of clothing to their families' story, that can be passed down to future generations, adding memories that will last lifetimes.

Heritage craft, future heirlooms.

Tartan - customers' own design
Made for - Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers

The contrasting red stripe really stands out against the navy and green in this tartan.A more traditional base with a po...
03/09/2026

The contrasting red stripe really stands out against the navy and green in this tartan.

A more traditional base with a pop of colour to make the tartan its own.

Another kilt finished and sent on its way.

Tartan - Murray of Atholl
Kilt made for Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers

01/09/2026

It all starts with a rip...

When you have eight yards of cloth to cut down to the correct size, it is actually easier and quicker to rip the cloth.

A lot of people find this strange, as they don't understand how it will rip in a straight line.

Well, with tartan being 100% pure wool and woven to an extremely high standard, the way it is woven means it will rip in a straight line.

Looser woven fabrics, or cheaper fabrics, won't rip in a straight line or won't rip at all.

If you are thinking about getting a kilt made for yourself or would like further details, please just drop me a message.

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