Steven Patrick Sim

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Hi, I'm Stevie from Arbroath, east coast of Scotland ...and I'm passionate about designing tartan!

I created this Facebook page to showcase my original designs, and I would like to say a few words to let you know how I feel about tartan…

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Here goes…

All my tartans are created from the actual REASON for their existence!

In other words it's the rationale that results in the tartan; in the colours chosen, the numeracy in the thread count, also the formation of imagery in the tartan itself. Can you believe it? ’Images’ in tartan ...that's what I see!

However I don't feel I actually design my tartans …I don't create them. I simply ‘discover’ them like they already exist somewhere in the fabric of the universe. Deep? Maybe. Like a sculptor who states he simply reveals the form of a Greek goddess from within a block of marble! She already exists, and he simply reveals her, exposes her form. He brings her into the light.

That's how I feel about tartan design …and creation.

So If there's a reason for a tartan to exist... It will come into being for that very purpose! The tartan then has the power to bring people together, creating a meaningful fabric …a woven representation of ‘family’ where there wasn't one before.

Before it, nothing. Afterward ...unification.
Inspiring!

So that's what I find amazing about tartan. The new designs that are all being created as we speak. About 300 annually. Also all the countless possibilities ...the untold tartans that are not yet revealed, that are simply to be discovered ...there for the taking!

That's why I'm passionate about our glorious plaid, and I invite you to follow me along in my journey, wherever it may go. If we should meet along the way, feel free to say hello.
Stevie :) ...Tartan Guy

Steven Patrick Sim - the Tartan Artisan

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I’m also currently showcasing my collectible art-piece: The Declaration of Arbroath 3D Facsimile… a limited edition fine art replica of Scotland’s treasured, and foremost state paper. Keep an eye on my page for more details…
…awesome!