Newbies who just aquired a collection of kilts in Central Michigan

**LassieNorquay** · 8th March 11, 10:03 PM

Oh I forgot to ask earlier.... What is a Kaber Kilt? We have a garment that is tiered and like a cape. Is it to be worn over one shoulder?

**kilt4beer** · 8th March 11, 10:50 PM

Uncle Bill sounds like a pretty cool guy. I have a glass on my hand right now and I toast one for your family. So, from Colorado - "Cheers! To Uncle Bill!"

**Oddern** · 9th March 11, 02:38 AM

Originally Posted by ForresterModern

Although I am only speculating from what I know of Scotland history, the Orkneys are off the north Scottish coast and were likely a longstanding base for Viking invaders/settlers, so it would not surprise me if Norquay was somehow related to Norway, or at least Scandinavian in origin. When the Orkneys became absorbed into what is now Scotland all those of scandinavian origin over time became scots, despite their geneology.

Warm welcome from the land og the Vikings, Norway.
I think Jeff has a point here. I'm not an expert on clans, but I'm sure you have a wee drop of Norwegian blood in you, and many Scottish clans are very proud of their viking descent.
Skål!

**Chas** · 9th March 11, 03:34 AM

Hello LassieNorquay,

Welcome to XMarks from the other side of the Atlantic in Norfolk, England.

Regards

Chas

**nagod** · 9th March 11, 06:39 AM

welcome from kalamazoo

**Ancienne Alliance** · 9th March 11, 09:10 AM

Welcome from France !

It’s good to have you here.

Best,

Robert & Lady Chrystel

**AcuteEnigma** · 9th March 11, 10:06 AM

If you do find you are Clan Sinclair - please join us at www.clansinclairusa.org and welcolme!

Julie Goldsworth - Commission in California

**Big Paul** · 9th March 11, 10:30 AM

Welcome from another Michigander!!

**LassieNorquay** · 9th March 11, 10:53 AM

Where would you all prefer to me to post my pictures of the kilts? I know this is for newbies and I saw a kilt board..... You tell me where to put the pictures as I am going to take them this afternoon. I will try to get a close-up on the actual pattern and also each kilt so you can see the design of the kilt and let us know if it is for a special event or daily wear. I will check here before I post the pictures. Thanks for your help.

An added piece of information is we are related to the family name of Matches from the Orkney Islands as well. Greg's Great-Grandfather was a Matches. We also know that the name Norquay originated in the Orkney Islands and we think it was originally spelled Norquoy. Thanks again for all the info and such a warm welcome

Michelle

**MrShoe** · 9th March 11, 11:44 AM

from Just North of Ann Arbor.

Sorry to hear of your families recent loss. It is unfortunate than due to the suddenness of his passing that Uncle Bob did not record the history he had uncovered. However this gives you the opportunity to enjoy the discoveries just as he did. And the to the gift of the kilts....priceless.