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"Thank you for your hard work on my MacLaren treasures. My mother will be so happy with the lap rug. I love mine too. I have received so many compliments on my scarf. I wear it every day! . . . You did a fantastic job and you truly are a master weaver!"
- Vicki Homan, Anchorage, AK
"I have purchased a good number of products from 'A Tartan Weaver' and can say with some authority that the quality and workmanship cannot be matched! Molly is very easy to work with and always produces an individual work of Art. The old saying goes: 'you get what you pay for'. In this case, a wearable piece of Art."
- Bruce Cates,
Morrow, Ohio
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 hat is a Tartan? [and other Frequently Asked Questions]
Q. What is a Tartan?
A. A series of colored stripes running the length of the cloth (warp) that is reproduced exactly in the threads across the width of the cloth (weft). The color pattern is the point of emphasis and each particular combination (sett) distinguishes the different clan, family, dress, hunting and district tartans.
Q. What kind of looms do you use?
A. Click on My Looms for more information about my looms.
Q. How long does it take you to weave an item?
A. Each item is hand woven to your specifications, therefore the amount of time depends upon the item itself, as well as the type of yarn used. Generally, it will take one to three weeks from start to finish. That includes designing, warping, weaving and finishing. However, there may be a backlog of orders. When you place your order, please let me know when you will need the finished product.
Q. How late can I order for Christmas?
A. To guarantee you receive your order by Christmas, place an order no later than September 1st.
Q. Where can I go to see what my tartan looks like?
A. Use the links in the top left of this page to find your tartan.
Q. Can you weave my tartan, do you know the pattern?
A. I have access to many tartan patterns. If I cannot locate your pattern, I may need you to supply it.
Q. Do you weave kilt fabric?
A. No. I weave the smaller items for the wardrobe and home.
Q. What types of fiber do you use?
A. For Wool I use the following:
- 2/18 Merino for scarves, shawls, and samples.
- 2/20 Worsted for hats, sashes and samples.
- 2/24 Superwash Merino Lambswool for sashes.
- 2/8 Fingering weight worsted wool for Lap Rugs.
- Merino washable wool for baby blankets.
For Cotton I use the following:
- 3/2 Pearl for lap rugs and baby blankets.
- 10/2 Pearl for scarves, shawls, hats, pillows, table runners lunch bags and tea cozies.
- 20/2 for sashes.
- 8/2 Unmercerized cotton for table runners and kitchen towels.
Q. Can you make items in different sizes than those listed on your products page?
A. Yes, but prices may vary from those listed.
Q. What are the shipping charges?
A. Shipping is FREE for items sent within the U.S. I ship via Priority Mail with the US Postal Service. All items are insured. For shipments sent outside the U.S. there will be a shipping charge. Please contact me for details. There will also be a charge for any expedited shipment. Again, please contact me for details.
Q. What kind of payment will you accept?
A. PayPal, check or money order. I also accept payment through Western Union
from overseas customers.
Q. Do you need a deposit?
A. Yes. Before I begin work on your order I require either a 50% deposit, or full pre-payment if you prefer.
Q. What information do you need to weave a sample I designed?
A. The thread count and a description of the colors.
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