Hello from Eugene, OR

[macwilkin]

Thanks for the info and pics, cajunscot! However, my dad's not real big on the whole "state pride" thing and I happen to think (no offence to anyone here) that the Oregon tartan is hideous. I don't really like any of the state tartans, though...I've been looking for a nice dark blue-themed one with some purple. If anyone knows of such a tartan, I'd love it if you would post.

Thanks!

The point was, Nigel, that you don't have to be Scottish to wear a state/district tartan. Most US state tartans are designed for anyone to wear.

There are a number of the state tartans that are quite striking, INMHO -- I wear the Iowa state tartan, for example, in honour of my Scottish ancestors who immigrated to Iowa back in the mid 19th century.

Regards,

Todd