Tuesday, February 6, 2018

Wedding #1, the recap

I realize that I never really wrapped up the kilt project(s). It all got a little overwhelming. Rather than blab on and on about the whole endeavor, I think I'll just let the wedding photographer's blog post illustrate what an extraordinary event two amazing young people, and their loving families, created on a farm in Maine.

 

http://iamsarahv.com/blog/weddings/william-allen-farm-maine-wedding-photographers-fall/

 

Having my son ask me to make a kilt (and the whole nine yards) was a huge honor. We're talking real once in a lifetime stuff. If there's anything my sewing journey has taught me, it's that there's value in the "realness" of the clothes that we create. Yes, there may be little mistakes here and there, something that could have turned out better, but in the end what we make is honest. And all those threads....not only the physical ones that are holding things together, but the emotional, spiritual, loving threads we spin, simply can't be had "off the rack".

 

Credits

Tartan fabric, Strathmore 11.5 oz, "Dress MacLeod". -- Irish Traditions, Annapolis, MD

Wool suiting and linings. -- AK Fabrics, NYC

Tuxedo satin and tailoring supplies. -- B Black and Sons

Pewter Prince Charlie buttons. -- Three Feathers Pewter , Millersburg, OH

Custom dress sporran. -- Artisans of Scotland

Kilt hose, Clan kilt pin and brooch. -- USA Kilts

 

 

One final twirl!

27 comments:

  1. The photos are beautiful! Were you wearing the same colour tartan - I couldn't tell from the black and white photo. It all looked so stunning and happy. Congratulations to you and your son!

    ReplyDelete
  2. I got teary eyed too. Besides approving from a personal taste level of the gold and purple color scheme, the glorious flowers, gorgeous gown and blown me away kilts, I just love seeing a wedding that is such a self expression of the people involved. Amazing. Well done, not just for making such amazing clothes but for making such a wonderful son!

    ReplyDelete
  3. Ah! So many congrats to the happy couple, they look truly blissed out! And I think the kilt is a highly underrated garment... what a treat to see it incorporated so beautifully into a modern setting! It's looks just simply stunning! They both do :)

    ReplyDelete
  4. Lovely natural perfect wedding! You kilts are spectacular and you did a great job on all the garments. (I loves me a man in a kilt!) Congrats to you, your son and new daughter-in-law!

    ReplyDelete
  5. Very nice pictures and wonderful kilts. You are right there is something to handmade garments that can't be had off the rack.

    ReplyDelete
  6. What lovely photos! Your kilts are amazing- well done!

    ReplyDelete
  7. I am soooooooooo impressed. Your talent is amazing !!!

    ReplyDelete
  8. It is great to see the finished kilts being worn, and at such a beautiful event too.

    ReplyDelete
  9. Absolutely astounding. I am so impressed, but not at all surprised to see such fabulous workmanship. And the wedding! What glories to share! Thank you!

    ReplyDelete
  10. What a glorious day it looks to have been!! Beautiful weather too! Congratulations!

    ReplyDelete
  11. Awesome kilt and wedding. Congratulations to all.

    ReplyDelete
  12. What a beautiful couple and wedding! Those photos really capture a truly glorious mood. All the colors are so spectacular. The kilts are amazing, and what an honor and memory you'll (father and son) have for a lifetime! Thank you for sharing! Congrats to the newlyweds!

    ReplyDelete
  13. Thanks for sharing photos of that beautiful wedding! And the kilts are amazing!!

    ReplyDelete
  14. Congratulations! Kilts are wonderful.

    ReplyDelete
  15. What an amazing gift to have given your son! Your craftsmanship is amazing

    ReplyDelete
  16. Congratulations to the Bride and Groom they created their perfect wedding day and the kilts will be such an amazing thread between you and your son forever. Amazing craftsmanship.

    ReplyDelete
  17. What a beautiful couple and wedding!
    http://grsshoes.com/

    ReplyDelete
  18. Beautiful! Best wishes to your son and daughter-in-law!

    ReplyDelete
  19. Kilt = INCREDIBLE. What a gorgeous wedding. Congratulations to your family!

    ReplyDelete
  20. Nice And Informative Website. Please Keep Continue Such Kind Of Effort.
    I Shared Your Post With My Friends Also.
    sporran for sale

    ReplyDelete
  21. The information given by your website is absolutely accurate in the realm. Please always keep writing always the type of helpful and knowledge-oriented article Anamika Singh is a popular name for the Mumbai Escorts Service. Call and present
    Our Mumbai Escorts Agency always strives to get you the right escort service in Mumbai. Escort in Mumbai always has a lot of high independent Escorts service and beautiful girls.http://www.mumbaifunclub.in
    Mumbai escorts
    Mumbai escorts service
    Escort sevice in Mumbai
    Escorts in mumbai
    Independent Escorts in Mumbai
    Independent Escorts service in Mumbai

    ReplyDelete
  22. I read this blog Great article amazing information thanks for sharing..!

    camo utility kilt

    ReplyDelete
  23. At Liberty Kilts
    , we offer a large variety of kilts outside of standard tartan kilts. We also offer utility kilts that feature just as much functionality and storage as they offer style, as well as hybrid kilts that combine the best of both worlds between tartan and utility kilts. Leather and denim kilts are also available for those who want to express their personalities through kilt wearing in a different way and for those who want more options when it comes to where and when you can wear these kilts. Beside our passionate beliefs about kilt wearing and manufacturing, we believe that owning a proper Liberty Kilts is crucial. Every proud Scot deserves a kilt they will feel proud of wearing whether you are sporting full kilt dress or are just going out on the town for a day. With our policy surrounding hand making each kilt, we create high-quality kilts that feel great and look even better. We strive to create kilts that will not only satisfy the expectations you have for them, but kilts that will exceed them as well.

    ReplyDelete

  24. Take High Quality 3D Rendering Services from quickgunz
    Quickgunz Pvt Ltd designs Best 3d Render for our clients at their budget which shows client Experience in Their product or model.We design every kind 3D Rendering services which maintains high quality at the end of the notch.
    For Discuss project with us send your reference at Info@quickgunz.com or whatsapp us us : +91 7011 857 112 / +91 9971540032
    3D Rendering Services
    3D Rendering service

    ReplyDelete
  25. Grademiners is one of the best essay writing services in Ohio, US. The price ranges from $14.03, and you will get a discount of up to 15%. The 80s porn
    writers are from native English-speaking countries hence ensure the quality of the paper will be great.

    ReplyDelete