Bright Skye

**northernsky** · 19th March 08, 09:30 AM

Originally Posted by northernsky

So...my new Bright Skye 13 oz acrylic

Yes FC are acrylic and 13 oz....

**Ozman1944** · 19th March 08, 09:32 AM

I also have a Frugal Corner 'Bright Skye'. I love it! One of my favorites! Lots of favorable comments when I wear it.

**Alan H** · 19th March 08, 10:05 AM

I have to gently mention, just for informations sake, that while the colors are wonderful in the Frugal Corner material, the stuff itself is nowhere near the weight or consistency of 13 ounce wool. It's good stuff for what it is and I've made tartan articles from it....but it's not anything at all like 13 ounce wool.

This has been said many times before and I almost hesitate to bring it up, but....

**northernsky** · 19th March 08, 10:10 AM

Originally Posted by Alan H

I have to gently mention, just for informations sake, that while the colors are wonderful in the Frugal Corner material, the stuff itself is nowhere near the weight or consistency of 13 ounce wool. It's good stuff for what it is and I've made tartan articles from it....but it's not anything at all like 13 ounce wool.

This has been said many times before and I almost hesitate to bring it up, but....

Thanks for that. I was of course quoting from their site. As I said the weight will take some getting used to, but it is very comfortable. Anyone who has one want to comment on the durability of the pleats? How often do they need an ironing? What about after washing?
I like the colour a lot--one day I'll be to afford a proper IoS, and I know it will be different--and it suits my purpose of being seen on the water. Wool is really not suitable for salt water racing, so the acrylic is a great addition to the slowly growing collection.

**Ancienne Alliance** · 19th March 08, 10:38 AM

Originally Posted by northernsky

Thanks for that. I was of course quoting from their site. As I said the weight will take some getting used to, but it is very comfortable. Anyone who has one want to comment on the durability of the pleats? How often do they need an ironing? What about after washing?
I like the colour a lot--one day I'll be to afford a proper IoS, and I know it will be different--and it suits my purpose of being seen on the water. Wool is really not suitable for salt water racing, so the acrylic is a great addition to the slowly growing collection.

OK. Thanks folks.
I'll ask my question in a different way: Who would you say sells a VERY nice IoS wool fabric ?

Robert

**Colin** · 19th March 08, 10:41 AM

Originally Posted by Ancienne Alliance

OK. Thanks folks.
I'll ask my question in a different way: Who would you say sells a VERY nice IoS wool fabric ?

Robert

Marton Mills or Lochcarron have quite a nice quality of wool. Both are authorized sellers of the IOS tartan as well.

**jmercier** · 19th March 08, 10:49 AM

Actually last I heard Marton Mills and Locharron are the only two places making IoS in wool currently, though i'm sure you can special order it from other places at a higher price. Both of them are very very nice. I've got a 5-6yrd IoS kilt being made from 13oz Marton Mills woven tartan on order currently.

**Raphael** · 19th March 08, 01:40 PM

Can't wait t see it

**MacHummel** · 19th March 08, 02:00 PM

We currently carry the IOS in 11oz pv in your interested anyone.

**The Wizard of BC** · 19th March 08, 06:46 PM

The Isle of Skye Tartan in 13 oz. Scottish Wool from Marton Mills. You can't ask for a nicer piece of fabric to work with. A beautiful selvedge and quality finish throughout. I really enjoyed working with the fabric when making this kilt.