The Kilt Loft is a peaceful, creative space for learning the craft of kilt making without rush or pressure.
You’ll learn at your own pace, alongside like-minded people, in a setting that practices care, conversation, and thoughtful making.
A small community, built slowly — just like a good kilt.
Learn at The Kilt Loft
Availability Each Week
Thursday / Friday / Saturday
£100 per day / 10am-4pm
1-1 Tuition / £200 per day
Flexible to suit you
12 Day Intensive Course
£1200 / 10am-4pm / Mon-Sat
April 6th - 18th
June 1st - 13th FULL
September 7th - 19th
October 5th - 17th
Materials
Tartans and materials are an extra cost and can be purchased through myself.
Out of hours studio access is available at an additional cost.
Enquire About a Place
If you’d like to know more, feel free to get in touch.
I keep numbers small so everyone gets the time and attention they need.
Make it stand out.
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Hands-on Experience
All levels are welcome – complete beginners or experienced sewers, everyone can learn kilt making at the Kilt Loft.
Expert guidance – with 40 years of sewing, 20+ years of kilt making and 15 years of teaching, I’ll guide you through every stitch.
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Our Kilt Community
Learning together – share progress and encouragement in small groups of up to 3 students at a time.
Stay motivated – homework and accountability to keep you on track.
Heritage kilt making is an endangered craft, by learning, you are helping to continue the knowledge and be part of this amazing community.
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Relaxed Learning
Your own work space – a table is set up so you can spread out comfortably.
Gentle pace – work from 10–4, with a lunch break and optional tea breaks.
Safe and welcoming – a creative environment for every learning style.
A wee note on expectations: you won’t be a kilt maker after making one kilt. Like any true craft, it takes time, repetition, and dedication — usually around 20+ kilts — to really learn the basics. This is a journey, not a quick fix, and that’s where the magic lives.