Introduction to Kiltmaking Course

  • Create your own kilt by hand over 9 class days
  • Ideal for making a kilt for yourself or a loved one
  • Taught in the heart of Edinburgh
  • Some hand-sewing experience required
  • Courses run May - August 2025 – multiple date options available

Cost: £850 + cost of cloth (can be purchased from EKA)

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Course Description

Our two week hands-on Introductory Course is your chance to create a handsewn kilt in just 9 class days plus one at home study day. Whether it’s for yourself or a loved one, you’ll finish the course with a beautifully made, one-of-a-kind kilt and the pride that comes with learning a traditional Scottish skill.

Designed for those with some hand-sewing experience, we run several courses between May and August every year. Classes take place in the Edinburgh Kiltmakers Academy in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town.

Course Dates

New dates will be made available for the Introductory Kiltmaking course in 2026.

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When applying, please indicate your preferred course date on the application form.

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