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10th November 14, 07:11 AM
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Fresh from the Finishers....The 1790 MacDuff Tartan lives again!

Ladies & Gentlemen,
@Calgacus and I are delighted to be able to share this first photo of the reborn circa 1790 MacDuff Tartan. Our chosen Kiltmaker is Paul Henry and Paul has just received our bolt of cloth from Robin Elliot, fresh from the finishers and ready for the various projects we have in mind. Richard and I can hardly contain our enthusiasm. Photos of the finished articles will follow in the fullness of time.
For those who may be interested in having some of this fine old tartan for their own use, we are planning a second run early in the new year. Please do drop us a line if you'd like to join us in this endeavour.
Thanks, once again to Matt Newsome, Brian Wilton and Peter MacDonald for their inspiration and support right from the start. Thanks again, as well to Robin Elliot for his guidance, skill and artistry in the actual weaving of the cloth.
Finally, here is a photo of the original Kilt resting over the new cloth, still on Robin's loom.

Whilst the photos are indeed, beautiful - in person, the colours are far richer and the textures are incredible. This re-creative process has been a true labour of love right from the off and great fun.
Orionson
"I seek not to follow in the footsteps of the men of old.
I seek the things they sought." ~ Basho
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10th November 14, 07:36 AM
#2
That is a beautiful piece of cloth. Excellent work all around!
Geoff Withnell
"My comrades, they did never yield, for courage knows no bounds."
No longer subject to reveille US Marine.
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10th November 14, 07:37 AM
#3
Fascinating to watch this tartan being reborn! This has been an incredible journey for both of you. Thank you for taking us on the journey with you. 
I appreciate your willingness to share this amazing tartan with anyone who wants it.
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10th November 14, 08:10 AM
#4
Lovely lovely cloth. Wow, the colors really pop. I'll just bet the hand on that fabric is incredible. Beautiful job. Sincere congrats!
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10th November 14, 08:23 AM
#5
You really nailed the colours. That's a beautiful tartan.
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10th November 14, 08:46 AM
#6
I'm so excited!!!
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10th November 14, 08:54 AM
#7
...and you just can't hide it...
Lovely piece of fabric that matches the original very well.
Look forward to seeing the finished kilts, etc.
Martin.
AKA - The Scouter in a Kilt.
Proud, but homesick, son of Skye.
Member of the Clan MacLeod Society (Scotland)
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10th November 14, 09:24 AM
#8
Gorgeous, simply gorgeous! I can't wait to see what emerges from Paul's workshop.
ith:
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10th November 14, 10:28 AM
#9
Very nice. Thanks for posting these photos. Great story, very satisfying images.
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10th November 14, 10:36 AM
#10
Looks great, Thanks for sharing.
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