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Rathdown's New Kilt Has Arrived
I can say this, without the least bit of hesitation, or fear of contradiction: Barbara Tewksbury makes as fine a kilt as those coming from Stewart Christie in Edinburgh. I know, because my new kilt was made by Doctor Tewksbury, and it arrived this morning whilst I was in the shower. The timing of the delivery, therefor, couldn't have been better and, as soon I as was dry, I tried it on.
The fit is excellent, and the workmanship-- well the workmanship is perfect. Barbara indulged my preference for three buckles and, with gentle argument, convinced me to forgo the belt loops which have always graced my kilts in the past. It is difficult to "center the sett" on an asymetrical tartan such as ancient MacMillan, but Barbara has pulled if off, and in spades. A full technical description of how she achieved this (along with photos of the kilt) can be found on the "kiltmakers" forum elsewhere on this site.
There are only two things that I can add to this brief review. The first is my whole-hearted endorsement of Barbara Tewksbury as an absolutely first class kilt maker. The other is my personal "thank you" to Barbara for having made such a splendid kilt.
Last edited by MacMillan of Rathdown; 1st June 09 at 07:56 AM.
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Congratulations
As the owner of two of Barb's kilts I have to agree with you on all points. I did see the photos in the Kiltmakers forum, I must say it is a lovely kilt. Perhaps you could join the Tewksbury Owners Club social group here.
http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/group.php?groupid=54
"If the Party could thrust its hand into the past and say this or that even, it never happened—that, surely, was more terrifying than mere torture and death."
- George Orwell, 1984, Book 1, Chapter 3
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Do they meet twice a year for formal dining? If so, I'll join. (Just kidding.  ) I'll sign up.
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 Originally Posted by MacMillan of Rathdown
Do they meet twice a year for formal dining? If so, I'll join. (Just kidding. ) I'll sign up.
Well we could, I wonder where we should meet? You do have a standing invitation to our Burns Supper, what would you like to recite?
"If the Party could thrust its hand into the past and say this or that even, it never happened—that, surely, was more terrifying than mere torture and death."
- George Orwell, 1984, Book 1, Chapter 3
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MOR, you know the system here well enough. If there is no photo, it did not happen! 
Brian
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That calls for 10 whacks with a wet noodle for no pictures. Lets get'em boys!
I don't believe the idea is to arrive in heaven in a well preserved body! But to slide in side ways,Kilt A' Fly'n! Scream'en "Mon Wha A Ride" Kilted Santas
4th Laird of Lochaber, Knights of St Andrew,Knight of The Double Eagle
Clan Seton,House of Gordon,Clan Claus,Semper Fedilas
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We need a "What, no pictures!?" smiley. 
Congratulations on this rumored but unverified kilt.
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Congratulations on the new kilt, and for choosing Barb Tewksbury as the kilt maker. Go easy on that third strap and buckle; you might stress the steeking.
It all sounds wonderful.
I tried to ask my inner curmudgeon before posting, but he sprayed me with the garden hose…
Yes, I have squirrels in my brain…
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1st June 09, 12:04 PM
#10
 Like this perhaps?
"If the Party could thrust its hand into the past and say this or that even, it never happened—that, surely, was more terrifying than mere torture and death."
- George Orwell, 1984, Book 1, Chapter 3
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