
Originally Posted by
RockyR
Another idea that I BELIEVE is historically accurate (Matt can give the thumbs up or down on this one)...
Tartan flashes are garters meant to hold the hose up. Originally, a simple scrap of tartan (or other) material was used, about 1.5" wide X 28" long or so. Pull up your hose, tie the scrap around your calf (not TOO tight) and fold your hose down over top of the material. Let the 2 ends of the material dangle from the outside of your calf.
This is the type of thing that would have been done BEFORE the miracle of elastic and velcro.

I cannot vouch for the accuracy either, but our pipe band has gone to the ties, using a knit (tubular) ribbon available in fabric stores. The ends are fringed, and it really does look good! (sorry no pictures).
Check out a Boy Scout manual for what is known as a "miller's knot". It will untie easily and hold until you want to untie it!.
The pipes are calling, resistance is futile. - MacTalla Mor
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