From a sewing room in her home, Kathryn creates Helean & Co made to measure quality garments from local and imported materials.

 

  • Highland Dancing kilts, waistcoats and jackets

  • Pipe Band kilts and waistcoats

  • Pipe Band #1 uniform

    Following in her mothers footsteps (Helean Kiltmakers), Kathryn completed her Scottish Qualifications Authority Certificate in Kiltmaking in Scotland and has been operating in Dunedin, New Zealand, since 2016.

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Sewing during kiltmaking qualification in Keith, Scotland at the Keith Kilt and Textile Centre
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Completing own kilt during Kiltmaking qualification
Fringe for Pipe Band Covers for MacKenzie Pipe Band
Braid placement for dancing waistcoat

Kathryn has been playing and competing in Pipe Bands, locally and internationally, for the past 23 years. She is very at home wearing uniform therefore understands the requirements for well fitted and long lasting garments.

Competing with Temuka Pipe Band 2005-2015
Performing as part of Pipers Trail at The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2015-2018
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Competing with ILC Invercargill Pipe Band 2017-2018
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Performing as part of Pipers Trail at The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2015-2018
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Creating a tailored jacket for the captain of the Italian Rugby Team on behalf of the Dunedin City Council, during the World Cup 2011.

 
 
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Evening News article from The Royal Edinburgh Military.

Evening News article from The Royal Edinburgh Military.