Printed vs woven tartan
How the two methods differ in construction, appearance, handle and use — and why one does not need to replace the other.
Read the guideStart with the essentials
Choosing without a known clan
A surname is one route into tartan, not the only one. Explore family, district and universal setts without inventing a connection.
Read the guideWhat is a tartan sett?
The repeating pattern behind every tartan, explained through warp, weft, threadcount, scale and colour.
Read the guideA living reference
The Heritage notes will grow alongside our tartan register and product collection. We use primary sources where possible, distinguish tradition from law, and say when a family or sept connection is uncertain. That matters because tartan is personal — and a good story should still be an honest one.
Explore the current tartan collection or learn how our planned surname and clan finder will work.