Steve Ashton , Kiltmaker and Owner of Freedom Kilts

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A look at the variety of kilts available today written by contemporary Kilt maker Steve Ashton.

A comparison

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An explanation of the difference between these two kilt styles and why one might choose one over the other.

Robert Pel Owner and builder

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An introduction to kilts and the business that evolved

Matthew A. C. Newsome

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Quotes from primary and secondary sources illustrating the reality that the original tailored kilt was a four-yard box pleated kilt.

Matthew A. C. Newsome

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An explanation of the differences between a four yard box pleated kilt and a typical eight yard knife pleated kilt.

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In all honesty I must say that I don't make all my kilts. I have 5 kilts which have been purchase but I have made over 15 kilts within the past 9 months. Some I wear in public and some are not worth wearing because of the 'I wonder what would happen if...” school of thought.

The story of becoming a kiltmaker

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A few years ago, I was in a bit of a slump. I was keeping a journal of thoughts / personal philosophies / activities / etc. One day I got especially down on myself in my journal. I started exploring the idea of whether or not I really cared what others thought of me. Am I a man of my convictions or...