Amongst other things I'm a spinner and dyer, and whilst its not a project I'm going to be in a position to start for some years I suspect, I've always intended spinning and weaving a kilt length for himself one of these days.

By one of those funny genealogical quirks, my great great grandfather was a madder dyer in the Glasgow madder works, and its one of my favourite dyes to work with, so its likely that varying shades of madder will feature heavily when I eventually get round to doing this, balanced with several undyed wools.

In the meantime, I intend to periodically sample spin and test weave small pieces to refine my spinning techniques for tartan, but wanted to ask the professionals here for any tips on getting the yarn right. What makes the perfect yarn for tartan weaving?