Sporran storage hanger.

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Before I sold my sporran molach, I would store it laying flat in a long, low-profile box, made of tightly-woven, smooth reeds, which allowed the boxes to 'breathe.' When I used to own L&M sporrans, I too kept them in their original cardboard storage box - it was easy then to do so.

I continue to use the same type of boxes, of which they are made of the same material as the one described above, have lids, and are lined with an off-white coloured linen that actually folds over the edges of the box, approximately 2-3 inches, and can be machine-washed when needed (seldom). They are very functional, durable, and aesthetically pleasing. I love have a well organised closet, that is highly functional and practical, yet also looks good - even if it is only myself, or my wife, who sees it.

Within these boxes, I keep my sporrans, sporran straps, hose, flashes, garter ties, sgian dhubhs, day plaid(s) and Highland headwear. I also store my wife's tartan sashes for her. All of our Highland jewelry (silver brooches, cufflinks, badges, etc) are kept separate in their own velvet-lined storage boxes, naturally.

All of my kilts, jackets, doublets, and waistcoats are hung on wooden hangers and kept in protective and breathable garment bags. I also hang cedar blocks at various parts of my closet to prevent moth damage due to the abundancy of wool.

My dress shirts, country shirts, and formal shirts are all hung on wooden hangers as well, but are not kept in garment bags, as there is no reason to. My neck and bow ties are hung on a simple tie organiser. All of my leather brogues and Highland evening shoes, have cedar shoe-trees inside them, and are lined up next to eachother accordingly, beneath my clothing.

Naturally, I also have space for my Saxon clothing to include various suits, blazers, shirtings, jumpers, flat-caps and baseball caps, etc. I do not have too much in my closet though, as much can indeed be folded and placed in my dresser. I prefer to 'travel light' and keep items that I either require, or are sentimental. I am very strict and rigid when it comes to both my Highland and Saxon wardrobe. I throw items out, sell, or give away, that I do not wear any longer and know that I never will wear again.

I absolutely love organisation and cleanliness. I believe we can be products of our own enviornment, and that a clean and organised home, to include one's own closet, brings a sense of serenity, balance, and peace to one's mind and well-being. Photos shall follow...

Cheers,