This has been used on a flag, ties, headscarves, T-shirts, stickers, bookmarks, key rings, Christmas cards, etc. But the main item was a medallion, embossed with the coat of arms, which is presented to individuals or organisations which deserve recognition. There have been a few big areas which have had a lasting effect, however. The group has gone on to become an integral part of Carrick's infrastructure thanks to its increased membership. A special ecumenical service was held at Crossraguel Abbey, probably the first service of any kind in over 300 years and almost certainly the first with all denominations present.
Members bring alive Scottish history in their spare time and tour schools with their re-enactments.
Over 500,00 in government funding was obtained and then the rules were changed bringing in Employment Training and May-Tag was formed as a limited company with an annual budget over 250,000. It is in fact a registered charity with its headquarters in Maybole's 400 year old Castle leased from the Marquess of Ailsa and has two other local bases. It also works with young people very closely and has set up links to Carrick Academy with Girvan Academy now interested. The project, called Signposts, has now been taken over and mainstreamed by South Ayrshire Council. Town Twinning Maybole twinned with Crosne, near Paris, France in 1982 after exploratory visits in 1981.