Hi, everyone! I’m JP, a complete newcomer to the group and the proud owner of ONE kilt I purchased in Edinburgh last summer 😁. Someday I’ll have one custom made, but as my weight has been a moving target in recent years due to medical issues, I was reticent to spend that kind of money on my first kilt purchase.

I was born and raised in Texas, but have lived in Kansas for almost 16 years now. I became interested in kilt wearing a couple years ago when I did a DNA test for ethnicity. My results were basically from all over the UK, but I was particularly happy to see I was 19% Scottish, 16% Welsh, and 7% Irish. I’ve not been able to trace my Scottish heritage to any particular clan, but I’m determined to get it sorted out so I can lock in a family tartan!

My wife and i seized the opportunity last year to visit Ireland, Scotland and London. While in Scotland I bought a proper kilt in the “Heritage of Scotland” tartan. I also bought a leather sporran that looks like the flag of Scotland, along with navy kilt hose and flashes to match the tartan. The only problem: I have yet to wear it! It’s not for a lack of desire or even bravado… it’s because I haven’t figured out how to complete the ensemble.

I just ordered some Celtic style Grandfather Shirts from USA Kilt, along with a simple leather day sporran and am hoping to finally take the plunge someone soon!

I look forward to hearing from many of you in days to come!