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Scottish Threads: What is a Tam Cap?

Scottish Threads: What is a Tam Cap?

Posted by The Celtic Croft on Nov 24th 2021

Answer: This hat is named after the hero in a Robert Burns poem. Question: What is a tam cap or a Tam o’ Shanter? You’ll impress your friends by knowing the question to a Jeopardy clue … read more
Types of Scottish Hats and Where to Wear Them

Types of Scottish Hats and Where to Wear Them

Posted by The Celtic Croft on Mar 2nd 2021

Your head is swimming in a sea of plaid, visions of the Highlands dancing in your head. You're researching kilts and sporrans, brooches, and tartans. While you are setting up a whole wardrobe in kee … read more
Scottish Blue Bonnets

Scottish Blue Bonnets

Posted by Charles MacGregor on Apr 28th 2019

Originally Published April 2012. Written for The Celtic Croft by Charles MacGregor of MacGregor Historic Games. Scottish Blue Bonnets Some time ago I was discussing the topic of Scottish men's head … read more