Our Tartan Design Service allows you to create a tartan that is entirely your own.
Designed in collaboration with our in-house team and woven in Scotland, each tartan can be registered with the Scottish Register of Tartans.
Our in-house design team will work with you from the first conversation to the finished cloth. It can be made into anything from a kilt or plaid to a shawl or blanket, something to wear, to give, or simply to keep.
The First Steps
To begin your creative journey, we will arrange a Tartan Design Consultation, either in-store at one of our eight locations across Scotland or via a virtual call, such as Zoom or Teams.
This consultation allows us to understand your vision and objectives for the project.
During this session, we will explore walk you through the tartan registration process.
Inspiration may be drawn from personal or organisational elements, such as a
wedding colours. For businesses, we can incorporate brand colours, logo motifs, or event palettes. We will also look at ways to integrate meaningful numbers, colour combinations, or other
The Design Process
The design phase begins with the selection of yarns and colours, with a maximum of six colours permitted in each tartan. Based on this palette, our experienced team will develop several design options. the intended use of your tartan, for
example, whether it is for a kilt, scarf, or blanket. This allows us to tailor your design to the appropriate fabric type.
We will provide a selection of tartan concepts, which can be shared electronically or sent in print format by post. arrange for yarn samples to be delivered to you, enabling you to see the colour combinations exactly as they will appear in the woven fabric.
Registering Your Tartan
When your tartan design is complete, we will submit it on your behalf to the
registration provides provenance and ensures your design is preserved in the authenticity can also be provided.
Weaving Your Tartan
With your tartan now registered, we can proceed with weaving your fabric. Whether you choose to have your tartan made into kilts, accessories, or homewares, we will advise you on production timelines and take any necessary measurements at the point of order.