The Kiltmakers Chronicle

Win a Luxurious Lambswool Tartan Scarf Inspired by AC/DC's Late Bon Scott

Win a Luxurious Lambswool Tartan Scarf Inspired by AC/DC's Late Bon Scott

As the city of Edinburgh prepares for AC/DC’s much anticipated return to Murrayfield Stadium, we at Nicolson Kiltmakers are honoured to celebrate a connection that is close to our hearts....

Win a Luxurious Lambswool Tartan Scarf Inspired by AC/DC's Late Bon Scott

As the city of Edinburgh prepares for AC/DC’s much anticipated return to Murrayfield Stadium, we at Nicolson Kiltmakers are honoured to celebrate a connection that is close to our hearts....

A man wearing a Holyrood Tartan Kilt and tweed jacket is standing on the slopes of Arthurs Seat in Edinburgh overlooking Holyrood Park

Hire of the Month - Holyrood Tartan - August 2025

Upon first glance, Holyrood tartan certainly has a familiar look to it and it's name confirms definite association with our beloved Edinburgh. But are this tartan's connections regal or political...

Hire of the Month - Holyrood Tartan - August 2025

Upon first glance, Holyrood tartan certainly has a familiar look to it and it's name confirms definite association with our beloved Edinburgh. But are this tartan's connections regal or political...

A young woman dressed in traditional Norwegian Bunad displays details of Scottish Tartan patterns and cloth examples to an unseen audinece. Historic Scottish  Illustrations are displayed on the wall behind her.

A Norwegian Tale from the GNK Kiltmakers Studio !

Here we share with you a Norwegian tale, told direct from Gordon Nicolson Kiltmaker's Edinburgh Sewing Studio. This wonderful chronicle showcases the heritage craftsmanship that defines the work by GNK,...

A Norwegian Tale from the GNK Kiltmakers Studio !

Here we share with you a Norwegian tale, told direct from Gordon Nicolson Kiltmaker's Edinburgh Sewing Studio. This wonderful chronicle showcases the heritage craftsmanship that defines the work by GNK,...

A man is walking in front of McEwan Hall wearing a University of edinburgh Tartan Kilt and formal Prince Charlie Jacket

Hire of the Month - University of Edinburgh Tartan - July 2025

Just in time for Graduation Season, we announce exciting new additions to our Hire Wear Collections in exclusive University of Edinburgh Tartan !

Hire of the Month - University of Edinburgh Tartan - July 2025

Just in time for Graduation Season, we announce exciting new additions to our Hire Wear Collections in exclusive University of Edinburgh Tartan !

A manis wearing a traditional Highlandwear Outfit of Highland Mist Tartan Kilt, Lovat  Mill Green Tweed Jacket and Waistcoat, with traditional sporran, sgian dubh , kiltpin and accessories by Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers. Laura A Tiliman Photography for YSW

Hire of the Month - Highland Mist Tartan - June 2025

A special highlight for June, we focus on the only authentic Highland Mist Tartan design recorded with the Scottish Register of Tartans. Read on to learn more ...

Hire of the Month - Highland Mist Tartan - June 2025

A special highlight for June, we focus on the only authentic Highland Mist Tartan design recorded with the Scottish Register of Tartans. Read on to learn more ...

A red-haired man wearing an Isle of Skye Tartan kilt with a floral shirt and tweed waistcoat is sitting at a barrel table lifting a glass of whisky

Hire of the Month - Isle of Skye -May 2025

Find out a little more about the enduring Isle of Skye Tartan, and discover a discount code for Hire customers !

Hire of the Month - Isle of Skye -May 2025

Find out a little more about the enduring Isle of Skye Tartan, and discover a discount code for Hire customers !

A Man wearing  a John Muir Way Tartan Kilt & Tweed Jacket spins on 2 feet in pine woods

Hire of the Month - John Muir Way - April 2025

John Muir Way Tartan is an ode to the "Father of the National Parks" and his boyhood home in Scotland . Discover the colours of nature woven in this commemorative...

Hire of the Month - John Muir Way - April 2025

John Muir Way Tartan is an ode to the "Father of the National Parks" and his boyhood home in Scotland . Discover the colours of nature woven in this commemorative...

A woman is teaching aspects of tyartan cloth to three female kiltmaking students, standing round a table

The Edinburgh Kiltmakers Academy - An Introduction

In this post we offer an introductory insight into the work of our Edinburgh Kiltmakers Academy, and the reason for its foundation by Gordon Nicolson

The Edinburgh Kiltmakers Academy - An Introduction

In this post we offer an introductory insight into the work of our Edinburgh Kiltmakers Academy, and the reason for its foundation by Gordon Nicolson

A man is wearing a Black Watch Tartan Kilt with White Sporran and Blue Tweed Jacket

Hire of the Month - March 2025 - Black Watch Tartan

One of the oldest tartans available, the regimental Black Watch Tartan is a sophisticated hire option with regimental clout.  Black Watch Tartan Arguably, one of the worlds most well-known fabrics,...

Hire of the Month - March 2025 - Black Watch Tartan

One of the oldest tartans available, the regimental Black Watch Tartan is a sophisticated hire option with regimental clout.  Black Watch Tartan Arguably, one of the worlds most well-known fabrics,...

A man is standing on a rocky shore wearing Hebridean Hoolie tartan kilt outfit with waves crashing behind him

Hire of the Month - February 2025 - Hebridean Hoolie

Enjoy 10% discount on our Wild Hebridean Hoolie Tartan hire packages throughout February 2025

Hire of the Month - February 2025 - Hebridean Hoolie

Enjoy 10% discount on our Wild Hebridean Hoolie Tartan hire packages throughout February 2025

Hire of the Month - January 2025 - Blue Buchanan Scottish Wool Tartan

Hire of the Month - January 2025 - Blue Buchanan Scottish Wool Tartan

Blue Buchanan is the first of our Hire tartans to be woven using 100% Scottish wool. Proudly woven by Lochcarron of Scotland at their Selkirk Mill, in the heart of...

Hire of the Month - January 2025 - Blue Buchanan Scottish Wool Tartan

Blue Buchanan is the first of our Hire tartans to be woven using 100% Scottish wool. Proudly woven by Lochcarron of Scotland at their Selkirk Mill, in the heart of...

Staute of Bon Scott wearing Heritage Tartan Scarf

Bon Scott Tartan Collection

This month we are honoured to introduce the Bon Scott Collection - luxurious lambswool scarves and blankets inspired by the life and legacy of AC/DC’s legendary frontman, Bon Scott.

Bon Scott Tartan Collection

This month we are honoured to introduce the Bon Scott Collection - luxurious lambswool scarves and blankets inspired by the life and legacy of AC/DC’s legendary frontman, Bon Scott.