A basic overview on how to use minimal Highland attire to create a variety of different looks.

An early video I did on the historic kilt that I like to make, of the style from the 1790s-1800s

This is a video on how to properly wear the féileadh or belted plaid. It is an accompaniment to the blog here... https://frenchinwisconsin.com/2018/04/20/breacan-an-fheilidh/

A note... in the credits, the opening and closing song titles are switched

A brief video on the reconstruction of a fèileadh beag.

This video shows the evolution of the plaid as a garment and how to wear one, historically and today.

The Mentioned Matthew Newsome article - http://kiltmaker.blogspot.com/2008/04/now-thats-plaid.html

A brief video explanation of my use of the term "modern" kilt.

A brief video talking about low yardage kilts like they were in the first 100 years of stitched kilt existence.

This is a brief video explaining the history and use of ribbon rosettes on kilts.

This is a brief overview on the pleating of a kilt, the style of pleats, and how they are figured in an old style kilt.

In this video, I discuss the topic of where the bottom of the apron should lay.

This video is a brief explanation of how I twist/purl fringe on the edge of a plaid.

A brief video on the history and evolution of Highland garters with a how-to on wearing them.

A cooking video on how I make my (venison) haggis.

Ingredients
* 2 c. dried fruit (mix of currants, sultanas, etc.)
* 1 1/4 c. soft, dark brown sugar
* 10 oz. hot black tea
* 4 oz of Whisky
* 1 egg, beaten
* 1 3/4 all purpose flour, sifted
* 2 tsp baking powder

Instructions
1. Put dried fruit into a bowl with brown sugar, tea, and whisky. Cover ...

Here is the first in my series of new vlogs. Today, we are making a fur trade inspired haggis.

This is a book review (sort of) and look at some historical Highland garments.

Link to purchase the book. https://shop.nms.ac.uk/collections/shop-by-theme/products/highland-style

Link to the Museum site. https://www.nms.ac.uk/explore-our-collections/stories/scottish-history-and-archaeology/high...

This is a brief video following my making of a 19th century fly rod and using it to catch a few trout.

This is a little build along as I explore and make a 19th century travelling bag/valise.

A brief video on kilt fasteners historically and today.

In preparation for a fishing trip west, I build a mobile fly tying station.

Needing a new pincushion, I decided to make myself a little something special.

Here is a brief lecture/discussion I did for the 2021 Virtual NAVC Gathering. North American Voyageur Council.

Updates from a slow summer being injured and some announcements of upcoming content.

NOTE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, much of the future content did not get created *YET" and I didn't get to attend the historical event I mention.