Hello to all on XMTS.......I found your wonderful forum whilst browsing for tartan fabric, so i thought i'd drop in and say hello.
My name is Neil Walker, and i hail from just outside Belfast.
I have been reading through your forum, and have found it very interesting indeed.
I am a kilt maker of a different kind....in fact, a Highland uniform maker of a different kind (i will explain)
I make accurate Scottish military uniforms in 1:6 scale, which when dressed, stand about 12" high.
As i said earlier, i was browsing for tartan,...well, i have pretty much searched the world for what i need, but to no avail.
Perhaps you guys can help?
I have been searching for a perfectly scaled Black Watch tartan fabric, which would have a cotton feel to it.
The dark green band would need to be around 3/8"....or 8mm, and the background would need to be a VERY dark blue.
Does anyone know where i can buy such fabric?
I have had a few samples of fabric sent from all over, but they are either too lightweight, or the colour is simply too light.
I have one perfect tiny kilt, but can not find any fabric to match.
I can post a photograph of this kilt if it would help to identify.
Anyway chaps, sorry for asking for help on my very first post, so i hope you will forgive me.
By the way, i have worn the kilt for quite a few years, but not for a few years now, so i was very interested to read through the forum.
Thanks for having me.
Neil.