Clergy Green

[Prester John]

Thanks Matt

But I think if I am going to plunk down enough for a Clergy Green Ancient, I want the whole shmeer. How much would you estimate for an 8 yd kilt in Clergy Green Ancient?

For that matter, maybe I can go in with some other clergymen and lower the price of the fabric? Is that even possible?

[chasem]

Matt, as far as I know, only makes 4 yd box pleated kilts. He may still be able to help you out as far as where the tartan goes, but I don't think he makes 8 yd kilts. I'm sure he, or others here, could refer you to others who do though. (Kathy Lare at Kathy's Kilts for example)

[M. A. C. Newsome]

John,

Ok, I did find one mill that makes the Clergy Green in a kilt weight, but it is the Clergy Green modern and it is in 11.5 oz weight (light kilt weight). This weight is too light for a 4-yard kilt but will do ok for an 8-yard kilt.

As chasem stated, I don't make 8-yard kilts personally. There are plenty of fine kilt makers who do that. I specialize in the early-nineteenth century style of box pleated kilt that was made from 4 yards of cloth.

If you wanted the more standard 8-yard knife pleated kilt, there are a couple of ways to go:
1. If you want the Clergy green modern, in the light kilt weight, I'd have the mill who supplies the cloth make up the kilt for you (most major woolen mills also employ kilt makers). Cost (assuming your hip measure is 46" or less) would be $495.
2. If you want the Clergy green in the ancient colors, this would still need to be special woven. I can get it woven in heavy or medium weight, but the cost difference is negligible, so I would say go for the heavy. Cost is $65 per yard, plus $220 for tailoring. So, for a 4-yard box pleated kilt from me, that would be $480. If you wanted an 8-yard knife pleated kilt, you could still purchase the cloth through me ($65 x 8 = $520) and I would refer you to another kilt maker who offers that service that would charge about the same as I do for tailoring (so that would make the total $740). See why I recommend the 4-yard for custom weaves? :-)

If you order a minimum of 30 yards the mill will produce the cloth in double width at the same price, which effectively cuts the price in half. (Your cloth will be 54" wide instead of 28" wide, meaning you would only need to use 2 yards in a 4 yard kilt, or 4 yards in an 8 yard kilt, etc.).

Again, feel free to call or email me for more info.
Aye,
Matt

[Barb T]

Hi John

Earlier this year, I had 8 yards of single width 16 oz tartan custom woven for a client by D.C. Dalgliesh, and it didn't cost as much as the mill that Matt uses. If I remember correctly, it was maybe $400 total. If you're interested, I could call them and inquire. Dalgliesh weaves beautiful tartan.

I also could make your kilt for you. I charge $250 to cover labor and stuff other than tartan (buckles and things). Traditional kilt, no shortcuts.

If you're interested, let me know!!

Barb

[Jimmy Carbomb]

SHOOT!!! You beat me to it Barb!!!

I would also take-up Barb's offer to MAKE the kilts! You're not going to fork-over that much for the good stuff and have it made by a "hack". She's the one to "Git-R-Done" the way that you're talking about.

The SportKilt Clergy Ancient is not the exact tartan, but is relatively close. If you're willing to go that route, you MAY be fortunate enough to find it in some fabric shops. I, personally, would take up Barb's offer.

[Prester John]

Barb:

I AM interested.

You can PM me with details or just post them here.

Is it Clergy Green? I have a scarf from Scottish Lion from my wife, and I am pretty sure that, although it's dark, it's the ancient Clergy Green, and it is wonderful.

Thanks for your help!

Prester John

[Barb T]

I'll PM you with details sometime later today. Gotta sign off and go to a talk - I'm at a meeting in California at the moment!!

Barb