In kiltmaking, the tartan’s pattern determines how the fabric can be pleated. Some clients want bold stripes aligned down the back; others ask for a particular colour to be placed front and centre.

As part of the investiture, the university unveiled its official tartan pattern, which is register with The Scottish Registry of Tartans. Throughout his speech, MacKinnon mentioned idea of “fire” ...

The very first unveiling of newly-created flag and banner of the Maclay family will take place at Maclay Gardens.

Nancy McClure notes that the nearby large Killearn housing developments with many streets seemingly Irish in origin likely ... that from 1,000 to 5,000 tartan patterns have been created.