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27th January 15, 04:33 PM
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hello from newhampshire
Hello all . I am a returning member , I haven't been here in a real long time. I had and wore kilts in the early to mid part of 2000 . but I stopped because well..... they wouldn't fit anymore. I got tired of the flack and having to explain myself, etc,etc. in small towns of New England. I do enjoy the wearing a kilt ,for it's UN-bifurcated freedom,uniqueness, cultural connection and such.
I have a problem though, in the recent years I have found that wearing a belt hurts my back. so I am in conflict about wearing a kilt again. In ways I would like to wear one again. I just don't know how to get past the belt hurting my back thing. suspenders? I had an idea one time of melding a bib overall top to a kilt lower section much like the photo I found of the "ozark kilt" . any whoo I would like to find a friend that could teach me to make my own kilts and other cloths. I have a good book on kilt making but I am more of a hands on learner.
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27th January 15, 04:35 PM
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Welcome BACK to the "Great Rabble!"  
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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27th January 15, 04:51 PM
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Shrek: A good number of the kilt-wearers on XMTS simply don't wear a belt with their kilts. They prefer it that way. They see no need for a belt, especially if their waist is covered by a coat or waistcoat. Also, many of them seem to view the kilt loops as simply a way to thread the sporran belt.
As for suspenders, or "braces" as they are sometimes called, that's not a bad idea at all. I have thought about (though never actually put thought into action) doing so myself. It might very well have a good look and feel. In any case "good luck", especially with your back.
mookien
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27th January 15, 05:11 PM
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An honor to have you back.
Glen McGuire
A Life Lived in Fear, Is a Life Half Lived.
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27th January 15, 05:13 PM
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27th January 15, 05:14 PM
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Howdy Shrek,
Do you absolutely need a belt to keep your kilt on? Many kilts can be resized fairly easily with minimum sewing skills.
As for a hands-on kiltmaking experience, consider Kilt Kamp. It's a week long class on making kilts and the instructors are our own Barb Tewksbury and Steve Ashton. I hope to attend one year myself.
Oh, and welcome back!
 Originally Posted by Alan H
Some days you're the bat, some days you're the watermelon.
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27th January 15, 05:34 PM
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Welcome back. No belt needed... I don't wear one on most occasions either. Good luck learning to make your own kilts!
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27th January 15, 05:44 PM
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Thankyou for your kind words and advice. how do I find out about "kilt kamp" ie: price,schedule,location?
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27th January 15, 05:58 PM
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Welcome back into the fold.
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27th January 15, 06:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Shrek
Thankyou for your kind words and advice. how do I find out about "kilt kamp" ie: price,schedule,location?
See this thread and search for "kilt kamp"
http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...details-87094/
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