Celtic Croft Phillabeg

[yoippari]

I thought I could have a kilt made by a good seamstress here in town for cheaper than I could buy a kilt but the best seamstress I know looked at Barb's book and decided that she didn't have the time or energy right now to do something that complicated. So I guess I am going to have to buy a kilt online.

What do you guys know of Celtic Croft's phillabeg? How does it stand up to the casual kilt as well as casual kilts from say Freedom Kilts or NeoKilt? I would likely go with a medium weight twill, stitched in, box pleated, 4 yard. If I went with freedom kilt I would probably go with a basic cargo kilt (no added pockets). Me and Josh (neokilt) have been shooting e-mail back and forth but one of his replies died in transit so I don't know if his kilts would work for me yet.

Also how is Celtic's stitching compared to other companies?

[davedove]

Be aware that Celtic Croft's Phillabeg is NOT a tailored garment. It is simply a length of cloth that you hand pleat and belt on each time, although I think they will stitch in some pleats for you, but they will be rough. Think half of a great kilt. I've got one, but it's only for costume wear. Their budget (economy?) kilt isn't bad, a good kilt for the price. You'll probably want to go that way.

[M. A. C. Newsome]

If what you are looking for is a medium weight twill weave woolen four-yard box pleated kilt, check out my site:
http://kilts.albanach.org

That's exactly what I offer. It's all hand made, so same quality as a standard eight-yard, knife pleated kilt, but less cost since it only has half the material costs.

Aye,
Matt

[yoippari]

I just checked your site and saw the specials section. That extra buchanan length you have might just work.

I wasn't planning on spending more than $300 for a kilt which is why I wasn't considering buying one from you. But assuming that the buchanan is the same material as your other medium (heavy?) kilts then since the price is right that would be a good option for me.

I'll send you an e-mail sometime today.

[M. A. C. Newsome]

Yup, it's a 16 oz weight twill weave worsted wool. It's woven by Lochcarron of Scotland and is considered premiere kilting cloth, so it's really fine stuff. I'll look for your email.
M