Does HIGHLAND SEAMSTRESS SERVICE have bike parking?

Yes, HIGHLAND SEAMSTRESS SERVICE has bike parking.

Does HIGHLAND SEAMSTRESS SERVICE have parking?

Yes, HIGHLAND SEAMSTRESS SERVICE has parking options.

Is HIGHLAND SEAMSTRESS SERVICE wheelchair accessible?

No, HIGHLAND SEAMSTRESS SERVICE is not wheelchair accessible.

Specialties

I specialize the hand crafting of traditional Scottish kilts for men, women and Highland dancers of all ages. Each kilt I make is bestoked (made to order and customized for a specific person).  I take great pride in my competencies and skillset as taught to me by Master Kilt Maker Helen McCrindle of West Vancouver. Trained in Scotland, Helen has instilled in me the importance of quality workmanship and attention to detail, an achievement she has perfected in her own kilt crafting for over 25 years. Like her, I use only high quality tartan woven from the finest mills in Scotland. I am also involved in the making of jackets and vests for competition level Highland dancers.

History

Established in 2014.

I was a Home Economics teacher and looking to transform myself after I retired at 50 years old. I wanted to provide a meaningful service as a business. A former student of mine suggested kilt making as she is a highland dancer and had a very difficult time finding available kilt makers. I loved the idea, as my husband is Scottish, it was a great fit for me. I was able to contact master kilt Maker, Helen McCrindle, she has been an expert for more than 25 years. Helen agreed to teach me her kilt making skills. I spent 4 months learning from her. She still inspect most of my work to make sure it is up to her high standards. I love making kilts and doing my small part to preserve Scottish culture.

Meet the Business Owner: Brenda T.

I've been passionate about sewing since I was a child watching my mother sew dresses for me and my sisters. This passion extended into adult life in teaching others about sewing in high school Home Economics class. This grew to an involvement in making detailed and intricate alterations of wedding gowns for brides and bridesmaids. From there I became intrigued by the artistry and creative depth of sewing fine garments. This pursuit led me to take special traditional technique training to become a highland seamstress and kilt maker. I sought out the best teacher and found her in West Vancouver. Under the tutelage of Helen I achieved my goal and became a traditionally trained highland seamstress and kilt maker.