Design Challenge: Re-Create a Traditional Tartan Sett

Even if your family doesn’t have a tartan of its own, you can weave Nancy Dunlap’s interpretation of her husband’s family tartan. She worked out the details for you in this project—use the colors as written or choose your own.—Handwoven editors

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About Scottish Tartans

The earliest tartans were checkered cloths known as “plaids” (meaning a type of garment, not a pattern) favored by the Highlanders of Scotland.