how do I put on a fly plaid?

**Bidule** · 26th April 12, 03:51 AM

As you can see it on the picture below, it's possible to make a heap of things while wearing a fly-plaid...

**SlackerDrummer** · 26th April 12, 02:01 PM

Bidule,
I like how you have plenty of bottles to work with until you get it just right.

**cable scot** · 26th April 12, 06:52 PM

Well how do you get to carnegie hall?

**Chas** · 27th April 12, 03:39 AM

Practice - lots of practice!

Regards

Chas

**Santa Kona** · 27th April 12, 08:24 AM

Originally Posted by Glen

http://scottishimport.ca/slideshow_puttingonaflyplaid

I looked at this link but it says to pin the brooch through the jacket. Also I don't understand how the brooch is heavy enough to act as a counterweight.

Does anyone have a how to do video the photos on this link do not help me. I would like to see how Chas does it step by step. Or in other words explain it to me as if I am a sixth grader and maybe then I will get it straight.

**piperdown** · 27th April 12, 01:52 PM

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Is this photo looking back through a mirror? From what I understand (others chime in if I'm mistaken), the plaid is worn on the left shoulder.

**cable scot** · 27th April 12, 07:57 PM

Is this photo looking back through a mirror? From what I understand (others chime in if I'm mistaken), the plaid is worn on the left shoulder.[/QUOTE]

It usually is I think,but as I'm left-handed this feels more comfortable.

**molly cunneen** · 27th April 12, 09:52 PM

Ah Andy you are so handsome.

**Chase** · 9th September 12, 05:51 PM

Originally Posted by cable scot

Look'n sharp Glen,love the blue PC w/ the white vest n' tie, it goes well w/ your trews IMHO. Was this pic for an event or for an example?

Regards Andy

2nd that quote...Excellent photo!

**Friday** · 9th September 12, 06:55 PM

how do I put on a fly plaid?
1) Catch the fly.
2) Check to see if the fly's plaid will match your kilt.
3) Ask fly for help.

The broach does not have to be very heavy to counter balance the plaid. Since the plaid is passed under the shoulder strap there will be friction from the strap to help hold the plaid in place. Consider using one of the heavy duty rare earth magnets instead of pinning through your jacket. If the broach is ferrous place the magnet inside the jacket and place broach on top on the outside of jacket. If the broach is not ferrous place a second magnet within the folds of the plaid and place over the magnet inside the jacket.