Smiddy Jig
Scottish Country Dance Instruction
SMIDDY JIG (J8x32) 3C (4C set) Alan MacPherson1- 8 1s set, cross (no hands) to 2nd place facing out (2s step up) and 1s turn 2s with nearer hand
9-16 1s dance reflection reels of 3 on opposite sides (1s dancing out and up to start), 1s end facing 1st corner
17-24 1s dance ½ diagonal reel of 4 with 1st corners, pass LSh and dance ½ diagonal reel of 4 with 2nd corners. All end on opposite side. (3)(1)(2)
25-32 3s+1s+2s circle 6H round to left ½ way, clap and turn partners RH
(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)
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A "smiddy" is the Scottish term for a blacksmith's workshop, where metal items, especially those related to horseshoes and agricultural tools, are made or repaired.It's derived from the Old English "smithean", which also gave rise to the word "smithy" in English.
Smiddies were once essential in rural areas for creating and maintaining farming equipment. The word is closely tied to traditional Scottish crafts and rural life.
Tools In Strachur Smiddy, Clachan, Cairndow, Scotland
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