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Loom weaving instructions on how to make Scottish clans tartans. Your very own hand-made tartan will make a perfect gift for a friend or a keepsake for yourself.

Tartan throws, scarves and shawls can be used on your couch or for clothing. Tartan table place mats and runners are unique accents reflecting your Scottish clans surnames. They are usually made from 100% wool, (including super soft Mohair) but are occasionally made from 100% cotton. All materials are supplied.

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Personalized, one-on-one loom weaving instructions on how to make Scottish clans tartans are easy enough for beginners or anyone who relishes bringing out their artistic talents and weaving with natural products. The soft texture, the wonderful colours, and the enjoyment of creating a larger work of art out of mere threads... 

Alternately, a Scottish tartan of your choice can be professionally made for you by The Tartan Lady, Pat Magee.

Dear Patricia
I'm sitting all snug & cozy wrapped up in the beautiful blanket you wove for me. It is beautiful & you did it so quickly! Thank you very much. Johanne

Your Instructor:

Patricia Magee, widely known as "The Tartan Lady", has over 30 years experience with weaving Scottish family tartans. She finds "Weaving natural products is my particular joy." She has had the fascination with tartan weaving since when as a child she saw a Scottish pipe band on her native Saltspring Island and was captivated by the swirl of colours of the Scottish kilts.