true tartan hose (not diced+lines)

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For what it's worth, I was quoted GBP 425.00 (plus VAT) for custom knitted hose in Macmillan hunting tartan... It makes you appreciate just what a bargain the machine made diced or argyle hose are.

I'm so glad I wasn't drinking my tea when I read this.

Apologies if this is carrying a tangent too far. Yes, I have also been captivated by the stag-head hose. I have charted a trial pattern and devised a working method based on clox. However, it seems best to knit the alternate rows left handed. I expect it to take at least three years to learn that, and another year to get photographs. Patience grasshopper.

It's all Greek to me, but I look forward to the eventual pix.
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