Forde
Its design is pattern GGKRKRKGKG — the page of every tartan sharing this colour sequence.
Irish family tartan recorded from the 'Clan Originaux', likely originating at Waterford Mill before reaching Pendleton.
The Forde tartan groups 4 setts — the same named design recorded as different cloths (its kilt, Carpet, Child's…, or a transcription apart). The master sett (★) is the exemplar.
| Sett | Thread count | Threads | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forde ★ | G/60 Y4 K6 R4 K4 R4 K6 Y4 K4 G/8 | 140 | 1978 |
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| Irish Family Tartan | G/64 DY4 K8 R4 K4 R4 K8 DY4 K4 G/4 | 148 | — |
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| Forde | G/64 Y4 K8 R4 K4 R4 K8 Y4 K4 G/4 | 148 | — |
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| (Name) | G/60 DY4 K6 R4 K4 R4 K6 DY4 K4 G/8 | 140 | ~2003 |
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