The Kiltmakers Chronicle

 Märtha Maria Christina Fredrika Gahn

The Märtha Gahn Tartan Story

Discover the story of the Märtha Gahn Tartan, a bespoke tartan designed by Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers to honour a remarkable family heritage linking Scotland and Sweden.

The Märtha Gahn Tartan Story

Discover the story of the Märtha Gahn Tartan, a bespoke tartan designed by Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers to honour a remarkable family heritage linking Scotland and Sweden.

Close up of Football Tartan kilt

Football Tartans SALE - Get Match Ready!

Now on SALE! With the World Cup coming up this year, there's no better time to stock up on your favourite football tartan - including scarves, kilts, and ties.

Football Tartans SALE - Get Match Ready!

Now on SALE! With the World Cup coming up this year, there's no better time to stock up on your favourite football tartan - including scarves, kilts, and ties.

Woman wearing tartan shawl at a Scottish ceilidh

What to Wear on Burns Night: Dress Codes for Ladies & Men

Find out how to dress to impress this Burns Night. With do’s, don’t’s, tips and tricks from our experienced highlandwear experts.

What to Wear on Burns Night: Dress Codes for Ladies & Men

Find out how to dress to impress this Burns Night. With do’s, don’t’s, tips and tricks from our experienced highlandwear experts.

A gathering around the table for Burns night celebrations

What Is Burns Night? History, Traditions and How to Celebrate

Our ultimate guide to Burns Night - the annual celebration of the Scottish poet, Robert Burns.

What Is Burns Night? History, Traditions and How to Celebrate

Our ultimate guide to Burns Night - the annual celebration of the Scottish poet, Robert Burns.

Three women wearing traditional Norwegian Bunad

Scottish Kilts and Norwegian Bunads: Interweaving Nations through Dress

From the Norwegian Bunad to the Scottish kilt, we explore shared traditions, cultural differences, and the importance of protecting endangered craft skills in a changing world.

Scottish Kilts and Norwegian Bunads: Interweaving Nations through Dress

From the Norwegian Bunad to the Scottish kilt, we explore shared traditions, cultural differences, and the importance of protecting endangered craft skills in a changing world.

Editorial: Romance in the Chapel

Editorial: Romance in the Chapel

Tucked among the streets of Dunbar is The Harbour Chapel. This beautiful location was the setting for our romantic photoshoot, showcasing some of our favourite tartan pieces.

Editorial: Romance in the Chapel

Tucked among the streets of Dunbar is The Harbour Chapel. This beautiful location was the setting for our romantic photoshoot, showcasing some of our favourite tartan pieces.

Editorial: Dunbar Harbourside

Editorial: Dunbar Harbourside

Our latest trip to Dunbar harbourside was the perfect opportunity to showcase some of our favourite highlandwear pieces.

Editorial: Dunbar Harbourside

Our latest trip to Dunbar harbourside was the perfect opportunity to showcase some of our favourite highlandwear pieces.

A model wearing the Blue Buchanan Tartan kilt

Blue Buchanan Tartan: Made in Scotland

Discover the tale of the Blue Buchanan tartan. From start to finish, made 100% in Scotland.

Blue Buchanan Tartan: Made in Scotland

Discover the tale of the Blue Buchanan tartan. From start to finish, made 100% in Scotland.

Gifting presents at First Footing

What is First Footing? Everything You Need to Know

Discover the Scottish New Year tradition of First Footing: explore its history, meaning, gifts, and ways to practice this Hogmanay ritual in your own home.

What is First Footing? Everything You Need to Know

Discover the Scottish New Year tradition of First Footing: explore its history, meaning, gifts, and ways to practice this Hogmanay ritual in your own home.

Helen McDermott

Helen’s Story: A Kiltmaker’s Journey of Craft and Family Heritage

Discover Helen's journey, from EKA student to kiltmaker and tutor. We also celebrate a major milestone: Helen's 300th kilt!

Helen’s Story: A Kiltmaker’s Journey of Craft and Family Heritage

Discover Helen's journey, from EKA student to kiltmaker and tutor. We also celebrate a major milestone: Helen's 300th kilt!

Woman wearing tartan shawl at a Scottish ceilidh

What to Wear to a Ceilidh: An Expert Guide for Men, Women, Weddings & More

From kilts and trews to dresses and jumpsuits, discover top tips from highlandwear expert Louise Nicolson on comfort, style, and tradition for every ceilidh.

What to Wear to a Ceilidh: An Expert Guide for Men, Women, Weddings & More

From kilts and trews to dresses and jumpsuits, discover top tips from highlandwear expert Louise Nicolson on comfort, style, and tradition for every ceilidh.

Festive Hours & Last Shipping Dates

Festive Hours & Last Shipping Dates

Here’s everything you need to know about our 2025 festive opening hours and final shipping dates for Christmas delivery.

Festive Hours & Last Shipping Dates

Here’s everything you need to know about our 2025 festive opening hours and final shipping dates for Christmas delivery.