Quote Originally Posted by McClef View Post
I'm seriously tempted by the Bro-Leon myself which would complete a representative Celtic tartan collection
You would not regret it, Trefor, it IS gorgeous:


Although I do not particularly care for any of them, I just need one of the Manx tartans now to complete my 'set' of Celtic nations kilts.

There are some lovely greys and blues in the Edwards tartan Hamish, I take it you went for the 8 yard rather than the 5 yard version?
I agree, but I needed to see an actual sample before ordering as most of the Tartan Finders on line show rather dull-looking versions of it. I was suitably impressed and so went ahead. No, Trefor, I intended going for an 8 yarder but, after much deliberating, settled on a 5 yarder. The price difference was considerable and I was somewhat put off by the fact that when it came to the measuring, only two were taken - waist and length. I asked about the hip/seat measurement and was told that they never take that one! When I insisted that mine be noted, I was told that it really was not necessary - it was taken all the same! It was at that point that I changed my mind and opted for 5 yards. I just have slight nagging doubts about how it will turn out!! My two years old Brithwe Dewi Sant was an off-the-peg casual in polyester, perfect for the warmer weather, but I wanted something better for the Edwards. We shall see!

Just had the St David's tartan PC from the Wales Tartan Centre and am very pleased with it - piccies to come!
I saw that they had a special offer on those and was tempted but then I asked myself when would I wear it - I get precious little wear out of my regular Prince Charlie and GT Doublet as it is. So I did not go down that road.