Hi All,

Thanks to everyone for giving me a ton of good information and helping me get this ball rolling!

I guess to toss in my thoughts on the poly-viscose discussion above. Chemically speaking it is a cellulose-based polymer fibre that's treated with acetate to ensure cohesion (if I'm remembering my organic polymer chemistry right, I'll caveat it by saying I don't normally do that kind of chemistry). From a materials view, I think the viscose term is introduced to reflect the manufacturing process of the fibre. My understanding is that a chemical slurry is made and squeezed out through a tiny pin-hole to spin the fibre (think meat pasta press). So I think Brooke is right on in saying a viscose isn't a fabric. it's just a special way f making a fibre. That's my understanding anyway, and I haven't done too extensive research into the exact process or chemistry, just a bit of passing reading.

I guess the end result is a decent feeling kilt that I won't mind beating around the pubs or hiking trails in =)

Thanks again everyone!!