Strathmore Woolen Company

[Barb T]

I don't order very often from Strathmore because I typically make kilts in heavy weight, which is something they don't stock, as others have pointed out. I have made a couple kilts out of their lightweight T7 11 oz fabric, and I have to say that I felt that it made a pretty "flippy" kilt. Dalgliesh's lightweight tartan (11-12 oz) is, to my taste, a better option for lightweight tartan. Although it's listed as essentially the same weight, I find it feels heavier and swings better in a kilt than the lightweight tartan from other mills. Just personal preference.

I'll also weigh in on medium weight for a 4-yard box pleat kilt. Personally, I think box pleat kilts are better made in heavy weight. They have only about 1/3 of the tartan in the back of the kilt that a trad 8-yard kilt has, and the heavier tartan gives some weight for swing without being too hot or heavy. Medium weight for a 4-yard box pleat kilt can be a bit skirt-like. Again, my preference, not the law!