Quote Originally Posted by orangehaggis View Post
I wonder if any of my fellow X-Markers could recommend a knitter of tartan hose, preferably one who uses wool/nylon blend yarns. In my list of links I have Kenneth Short, Kilkeel Knitwear (who has yet to return any of my phone messages or to reply my e-mail messages), Krafty Knits at www.kilt-socks.co.uk (website seems to be down), and House of Scotland. Any additional knitter information would be most welcome. If one is to invest in a pricey pair of formal hose, one should do ones's research!

Mark O - Ohio
The Tartan Thistle in Washington State:

http://www.tartanthistle.com/Argyll_...tan_socks.html

I own a pair of their tartan hose -- they are quite good, and well worth the price.

http://www.cuillinn.com/kilts.html -- Also highly recommended.

Cheers,

Todd