WWI centenary celebrations

**The Wizard of BC** · 20th January 17, 05:56 PM

The Canadian Scottish Regt. will be sending representatives to Europe in April to take part in the 100 year celebrations of Vimy.

They thought it would be nice to dress in the uniforms in their Regimental Museum. Unfortunately the kilts are not the right size nor are they in suitable condition.

So they came to us and asked us to make reproductions of the museum kilt rosettes.

We had not made this type of rosettes before so it was a big learning experience. My wife Bobbie was put in charge of the project.
She first contacted Peter MacDonald (figheadair) for help and advice. His help was invaluable and we are pleased to share the results.

Here is one Rosette in the making.

As we were working from photos and did not have an original we made two sizes so they could compare.

They also needed Rosettes in two different Tartans for two kilts.

And here are the finished product mounted on the kilt.

I think Bobbie did an amazing job. We should have more information from the Regiment after the weekend about what events the guys will be attending. We will keep you posted.

**LANCER1562** · 20th January 17, 07:39 PM

It could be my computer, but where are the pictures?

**Steve Ashton** · 20th January 17, 10:00 PM

I've just tried four different computers and the photos show up on all of them. Check your browsers blocking settings.

**figheadair** · 21st January 17, 12:42 AM

Bobbie did a great job. For those that are interested, the kilts were worn by pipers of the 16th Bn CEF.

**David Dubh** · 21st January 17, 01:10 AM

I think that's it is amazing what we can contribute to an historic occasion like this well done Steve and Bobbie I am humbled by your contribution to an event that helped to define Canada as a nation and I am humbled and honoured to be a Canadian of Scottish descent and and a member of this forum!! Huzzah
David