First Online Kilt Bought... Now I wait...

**Ayin McFye** · 17th August 07, 02:57 PM

So I finally did it. I purchased my first online kilt. I already own 3 kilts, but one was a gift and it took about a month or so to get to me once i knew it was coming, one was bought at a local shop, and one i made. So this will be the first time that i've ever ordered a kilt myself and then had to wait. I read the threads all the time about people anticipating the arrival of their new kilt, so we'll see. I hear that SWK usually delivers REALLY FAST.

I only bought a thrifty kilt from SWK so it's not like i just invested 300+ dollars in a tank and I'm awaiting my soul mate to show up. But there is still some good anticipation knowing that another one is on the way. I was going to order two, but I thought that i'd wait to see how i like SWK's kilts first before investing more money. I normally hear nothing but good things, but everyone has their own opinions, so i thought i'd see for myself.

I ordered the Thrifty Buchanan Tartan, for several reasons. I am not a Buchanan and I don't have any affiliation with the clan either. I do really like loud kilts, and I know that once i say that everyone's going to say "Get a Loud MacLoed" (sorry if i spelt that wrong). Which i probably will someday.

I'm hoping though for christmas that I will be able to spoil myself and by a 8 yard tank. I'm currently working on a design for a Sonoran Scotsmen plaid, and if I get that done, and money is available, i'll be doing that.

Anyways I've babbled long enough... Cheers everyone and have a good weekend!

**McMurdo** · 17th August 07, 03:13 PM

Cool I hope you are happy once you get it.

**Mr. MacDougall** · 17th August 07, 03:30 PM

Any sneak peaks at ideas for the SS plaid?

And I like my SWK Thrifty, but don't expect too much of it... remember that it's their bottom-of-the-line model.

**James MacMillan** · 17th August 07, 03:39 PM

We all started somewhere! The SWK Thrifty has it's uses; and when combined with the proper sporran, hose, belt, AND attitude, it can look and feel pretty

good!

Would you like to spill beer on a low cost SWK Thrifty or one of Barb's beautiful high cost creations?

Case rested.

**ardchoille** · 17th August 07, 03:55 PM

Aye, it's the waiting that always gets to me.. I haven't found the "Patience for Dummies" book yet

**Ayin McFye** · 17th August 07, 04:01 PM

[QUOTE=Mr. MacDougall;409916]Any sneak peaks at ideas for the SS plaid?
=QUOTE]

Here's my first rough draft of what i want in the Sonoran Scotsmen Plaid. I may thin out some lines and make a few areas bolder, but I haven't had time to play with in about a week. We'll see. Let me know what you think though.

**ChromeScholar** · 17th August 07, 04:02 PM

Would you like to spill beer on a low cost SWK Thrifty or one of Barb's beautiful high cost creations?

I'd rather not spill beer at all.

**The F-H.C.A.G.** · 17th August 07, 06:00 PM

Hey, Ayin, on that SS plaid, is that an assymetrical sett, or just a really large sett that you haven't shown completely? Just curious, as I am currently considering making a traditional kilt, using The Art of Kiltmaking and I know there are some difficulties in working with assymetrical tartans and tartans with very wide setts.

Be well,

**scratchy** · 18th August 07, 07:12 PM

[QUOTE=Ayin McFye;409926]

Originally Posted by Mr. MacDougall

Any sneak peaks at ideas for the SS plaid?
=QUOTE]

Here's my first rough draft of what i want in the Sonoran Scotsmen Plaid. I may thin out some lines and make a few areas bolder, but I haven't had time to play with in about a week. We'll see. Let me know what you think though.

Dood! I like it!

**acstoon** · 19th August 07, 08:22 AM

Your SWK will show up (literally) before you expect it! Jerry's got some hyper-lightspeed delivery method, that seems to have everyone scratching their heads.

Granted, I'm a newbie, but I'm satisfied with my SWK Economy kilt... especially for the price. No, it doesn't compare with hand tailored kilts, but for lightweight & casual, it's fine.