1 -  Aran Knit Cable Top Hose

Our wonderful hose maker Mrs Allen is retiring and clearing out her stock, so we have a few pairs of these fabulous kilt hose left and available at a great price. The hose are hand made and of the highest quality – they’re guaranteed to keep you warm this winter! Available in cream and black. Be in quick – once they’re gone that’s it! We’ve also got our top selling Stretch Kilt Hose ready to go now too – we hear they also make excellent walking socks!

2 – Luckenbooth Brooch

One of our favourite items in our store, the Luckenbooth Brooch, so called because of its sale from ‘locked booths’ on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile. These brooches were traditionally gifted by a young man to his betrothed and subsequently pinned to the shawl of the first baby to protect from evil spirits. Made in pewter to a traditional design, this brooch is approx. 41mm high.

3 – Tea Towels

We’ve got a load of lovely tea towels available in our store, including these clan crest designs that are made right here in Scotland. They’re 100% cotton, and would also be ideal for framing or hanging. Check out our complete range by clicking the links below:

Clan Crest
Map of Scotland
Wha’s Like Us? Scottish Inventions
Traditional Scottish Recipes
Souviner Scotland Map
Scottish Toasts and Verses
Legends of Scotland
Auld Scots Words
Amazing Grace
Scottish Town Crest Map
Country Flowers of Scotland

 4 – Celtic Dress Sgain Brew

This unique alternative to the classic Sgian Dubh features a bottle opener in place of the usual blade, offering you a safe alternative, as well as a handy tool for opening your favourite beverages. With a stunning celtic knot handle the Sgian Brew will still look the part once secured in your kilt hose. If you’re after the real thing, we also have this fantastic economy Sgain Dubh available to ship now.

5 – Clan Mini Books

Finally, here’s a perfect stocking filler or secret santa gift. These great little books give you a potted history of your clan – illustrated with famous McIan paintings of the highland chiefs.

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Rodger – Clan Crest and Tartan Wooden Coasters

Clan Coaster Pack

New and exclusive to ScotClans, these high-gloss wooden coasters are available in hundreds of different clans and tartans.
Rodger says:

The print quality of these coasters is quite spectacular, the colours are incredibly vivid and the detail is sharp. I have a sample one we printed up on my desk and its been in constant use for best part of 6 months and it still looks as good as new. I really can’t recommend this product highly enough. What’s better is you can team this up with the placements made from the same material.

 Amanda – Edinburgh Scarf Cape

Edinburgh Scarf Cape

This beauty is made from 100% pure new wool (reiver) and is available in over 500 tartans. It’s made by Lochcarron of Scotland, but please be aware that it is made to order and can take 4-6 weeks to make on top of delivery. Perfect for keeping you warm during the months of cold ahead!
Amanda says:

Perfect for the Edinburgh Weather. I’m not someone who would wear a kilt but love the idea of showing off my Clan Moffat connections with this. (Hint hint Rodger Moffet!)

Donald  – Large Clan Plaque

Exclusive to ScotClans, this fantastic plaque measures 19x24cm and is available in any tartan and clan we have a crest for (we’ve got hundreds!). Donald is our chief plaque maker, so all of these plaques come to you directly from him in our wee home in Edinburgh. It’s printed in high quality with fantastic detail and vivid colours. They’re made to order so please factor this in when choosing your delivery option.

Margaret – Whisky Guide and Clan Map of Scotland

Whisky – All You Need To Know Bookazine

Clan Map of Scotland

Whisky – All You Need to Know is your quintessential guide to Scottish whisky. The book includes information on top drams and distilleries in Scotland, and a comprehensive history of the drink known as ‘the water of life’. Margret says that this extensive and thorough book is fantastic value for money, and the perfect addition to any whisky enthusiasts collection. She also chose the fantastic Clan Map of Scotland (59x42cm). In addition to showing where  major clans and families hail from, the map also shows important sites of interest such as where the Declaration of Arbroath was signed, the location of the Raising of the Standard and major battle sites.
Margaret said:

The Clan Map of Scotland is such a fantastic map and looks stunning in a frame. We have one in the office and it looks great.

Andy – Clan Crest Mobile Phone Covers

Clan Crest Mobile Phone Covers

Our mobile phone clan crest covers come in a whole range of different models. They’re available in leather, aluminum or hard wearing plastic with a high quality clan and tartan print on the back. Andy is our chief photographer at ScotClans – he thinks the cases are perfect for showing your clan allegiance when you’re on the go. Available in the following models: iPhone 4 & 5 aluminium, Leather iPhone 4/4S/5 Flipcase and Samsung, Blackberry, HTC & Nokia Case.

Nadine – Silver Locket for Six Photos

Silver Locket for Six Photos

In a wildly imaginary world in which I have untold amounts of money to spend on jewellery, this would be at the top of my list! This beautiful and intricate handcrafted sterling silver ‘boule’ locket is reminiscent of Mary, Queen of Scots’ silver pomander. The locket opens to reveal six secret photograph frames, hallmarked on the back. The pendent measures approximately 30mm in diameter and is hung on either a 10mm tartan ribbon, authenticated by the Scottish Tartans Authority or a luxurious satin ribbon. The catch is a heavy silver plated ring and bar toggle. Each necklace is designed and handmade in Scotland. Please note that this item is made to order and takes 7-10 days to make on top of normal delivery times.

Floyd (office dog) – Soft Toy Frog with Clan Crest T-Shirt

Soft Toy Frog with Clan Crest T-shirt

Floyd tells me he’s a fan of our cute little clan soft toys – especially the frog! They come with a t-shirt which is able to printed in hundreds of different clan crests. We’ve also got Lambs, Reindeer and Rabbits available too.

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