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Mississippi State Tartan |
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The Mississippi State Tartan is
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Dark
Green: for the never ending forests of Pine and
evergreen leaves of the Magnolia. Light Green: for the lustrous leaves of the Great Southern Oaks. Dark Blue: for the waters of the world famous Mississippi River and the many lakes within the State. Red: for the color in our State Flag, and for the blood shed in our historic past. White: for the beautiful sands of the MS Gulf Coast, and the cotton fields of home. Yellow: for the heart of the Magnolia, our beautiful State Flower. |
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National Tartan Day April 6th 2005 a group of folks, on
line, had several discussions on what would be the best
way to celebrate National Tartan Day for 2006 in their
home states of Louisiana and Mississippi. I was taking
part in that discussion when it occurred to me, that a
State Tartan would be the grandest undertaking. My
friends in Louisiana had already accomplished this task
and were very helpful in guiding me through the official
process. By July 2005 the design was tried and tested, with the support of all the Scottish and Irish organizations within the State, we forwarded the design to the Scottish Tartan Authority, Creiff, Scotland. http://www.tartansauthority.com Tartan Search: Mississippi It was placed in their large database and declared no other tartan matched or resembled the design or colors, we were approved. We were on a probational period until we were recognized by the MS State Legislature. Gulf Coast Representatives Hank Zuber, Michael Janus and James C. Simpson filled 03/06/05 and by 03/31/06 the Bill was passed unanimously http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2006/pdf/HC/HC0077SG.pdf |
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| The Mississippi State Tartan can be worn by anyone or any organization, a man’s dress kilt with white shirt, black tie, and dress black kilt jacket can be worn as formal wear to any social or official event. J Higgins of Kansas, www.jhiggins.net has agreed to make custom kilts for men and women at a cost of $175, you supply material. A less dressier kilt , known as a casual or sports kilt which takes 2-3 yards , can be made for just $96, for those of you who are looking for a more casual look. John Higgins also has a full line of Scottish merchandise, including, Kilt accessories. J Higgins makes a fine kilt but you are free to use any kilt maker of your choice, but please find someone who knows what they are doing! Measure properly, do some research before you decide what kilt and who you want to make it. | ||
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| The Weaver
is Fraser and Kirkbright of Canada, http://www.wooltartan.com
, the material is 100% Australian Merino the wool has a
softer feel about it but ideal for kilts, we use the
12oz, which is a lighter weight but more suited to the
heat and humidity of the South. Please use the order
form next page to place your order. Bulk ordering saves
bucks for everyone. The Mississippi State tartan can de ordered directly through The Scottish Weaver (Peter Wilson). He can be contacted at 704-535-8955. The Scottish Weaver has a very informative web site and offers a full range of services that may be of interest to you and your tartan. Also Peter can ship the tartan to a kiltmaker of your choice or directly to you. |
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