Create a Traditional Scottish Wedding
Highland wear is a key part of scottish weddings and embracing scottish heritage and history. Scottish traditions and dress is celebrated everywhere in and out with of Scotland by people of all backgrounds &...
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MacDonald Tartan
This blog shines focus on one of the most recognisable and historic tartans from scottish history. The Macdonald tartan is one of the older & globally found tartans circulating and has went on to...
How to wear a kilt
Here at Houston kiltmakers we stock a large and comprehensive range of kilts But we would love to show those of you who are new to highland wear attire, how to put it all...
September Round-UP
As September draws to a close we are sharing some of our Highlights from the busy summer we have had as well as a message from our very busy Social Media Manager.
Tartan Hero of the Month – April
Clann An Drumma Clann An Drumma is a Scottish tribal band with a diverse age range amongst their members. Each member has their unique skillset that allows them to add to the quality of...
World Poetry Day 21/03/22
Known as the weavers poet, Robert Tannahill was not as fortunate in his career as our beloved national bard, Robert Burns. The tragic ending to his life is what propelled him into the fame...
A celebration of Scottish Music
Music is an important part of culture all over the world, and Scotland is no different! Whether it’s traditional Scottish music or the modern music scene across various Scottish cities, there’s something for everyone. ...
The Scottish Kilt
Who, what, when, where and why? When: Nearly 40 years later, through the efforts of the Highland society of London, the “diskilting” act was revoked. The image of the highlander at this point in...
Made in Scotland – Tartan Kilts and Highland Wear by Houston Traditional Kiltmakers
At Houston’s we take great pride in our Kilts and Highland Wear, endeavoring to provide our clients with the highest quality produce. We strongly support the Scottish Manufacturing of Traditional Highlandwear and look to...
Sgian Dubh – History of the Sgian Dubh and How to wear it Correctly
If you have ever seen someone dressed in a Kilt or Highland Outfit you might have noticed, peeking out the top of one of the wearers hose, a hilt of a small knife. This...