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16th February 24, 02:19 PM
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Something for my girls...
A couple of months ago, I purchased a ladies kilted skirt in the Maxwell tartan (ancient colors, to the sett) on eBay for less than $20 USD. From the photos, it looked to be fairly old and in need of a little TLC, but I figured it was worth a shot for the low price.
When it arrived, I discovered that there were four small moth holes on the front apron (not mentioned in the listing), a few spots that needed "spot cleaning," and that all the straps needed replacing. On the upside, it's a fairly heavy garment (at least 14 oz. wool) and is interestingly made like a man's kilt, fastening on the right. It falls to about mid calf on both my wife and daughter in terms of the length, but the fell is in the correct place — so it's essentially a long kilt made for a woman.
After giving it a good steaming, I took it to a re-weaver to have the moth nips repaired. She did a great job and you'd never know where the repairs were made if I didn't point them out.
Here are a couple of images showing the back side of the repairs, which — knowing nothing about reweaving — I thought was interesting:
I then arranged for the good folks at J. Higgins to replace the straps and give it a good press. I little more steam upon receiving the refurbished skirt and it's ready for action:
When I compared the fabric to my Maxwell ancient kilt (16 oz., Locharron), the skirt is a finer weave and a slightly smaller sett size. I wonder which mill wove the cloth? Probably one that's long since shuttered by now!
All told, including all the shipping charges, this project still came in under $200 USD, which is a good deal less than it would have cost to have something like this made. And it was kind of a fun project and my girls are glad to have another Maxwell skirt on hand to wear to Highland games, etc.
Cheers,
SM
Shaun Maxwell
Vice President & Texas Commissioner
Clan Maxwell Society
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16th February 24, 02:48 PM
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What a real ‘find’ and wonderful result! Well done. It’s a beautiful garment.
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair.
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16th February 24, 03:09 PM
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16th February 24, 10:00 PM
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Fabulous! Congrats on the find and the good fortune of finding an excellent person for the repair. 
John
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21st February 24, 12:01 PM
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What reweaver did you use?
Descendant of the Gillises and MacDonalds of North Morar.
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21st February 24, 12:24 PM
#6
 Originally Posted by FossilHunter
What reweaver did you use?
Amazing Reweaving in Bellaire, Texas (a section of Houston)
4501 Mimosa Dr, Bellaire, TX 77401
(281) 948-2240
https://www.yelp.com/biz/amazing-rew...6+availability
The lady's name is Sue and she works out of her home. Cash business.
Hope that helps!
SM
Shaun Maxwell
Vice President & Texas Commissioner
Clan Maxwell Society
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23rd February 24, 10:40 AM
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Originally Posted by ShaunMaxwell
Thanks! Seems like a handy resource to have.
Descendant of the Gillises and MacDonalds of North Morar.
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