Hello from newbie Susan

[busysusan]

Hello there,

I'm a drummer in a pipes and drums band in the SF Bay Area (CA). I'm also a seamstress. I'm hoping to find out where I can learn to sew kilts. I heard a class is offered in the Lake Tahoe area? Can someone offer insight?

Thanks! Susan

[Father Bill]

Welcome to the "Great Rabble!"

I'm sure you'll be hearing shortly from those who know!

[dougle]

[Tarheel]

Well met Susan. Glad to have you aboard. Welcome from Oxford, MS.

[Angstrom]

Welcome!

I don't know the resources in your area, but the folks in this thread might be able to help:
http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...details-87094/

[Destin_scot]

Welcome aboard.

I am sure you'll hear this often: 'you should get the book by Barb Tewksbury "The Art of Kilt Making"', good starting point and reference book.

[The Wizard of BC]

Hello Susan,

As has been mentioned the best source for information on making a full traditional kilt is "The Art of Kiltmaking". Written by our own Barb T after taking a class taught by Elsie.

Barb and I now teach our annual Kilt Kamp. Think summer camp for kilt people. You would start on day one with fabric, needle, thread and a thimble and walk out five days later with your finished kilt.
I hold a companion course at the same time on Contemporary Kiltmaking.
We alternate coasts in hopes that more people will be able to attend. This years Kamp in being held in up-state NY and next year it will return to my shop in Victoria, BC.

You really need to ask yourself though - What do I want to do in my kilt? If you want a kilt for wear while performing in the band or you want a kilt to dress up and attend formal functions that you want a traditional kilt.

Yes, you can wear a traditional kilt for things other than formal events but there are other types and styles of kilt that may be more suited to other things.
For example a traditional kilt may not be the best choice for backpacking in the woods for a week or playing paintball.

There are enough experts on this forum that if you can tell us what type of things you want to do in your kilt we can point you in the right direction.

[ASinclair]

Hello Susan,

[plaid preacher]

Great to have you along, Susan. I can give a big to both Barb's book and Kilt Kamp. I attended last year in Victoria and it was a great experience. Not only will you learn a log about kiltmaking, but you will put faces to the names of some of these great folks.

[Richrail]

from Reno, NV.