Hello everyone!
I've been working hard on my daughter's kilt for the past week, and it's getting close to being done. YAY!
You can see my progress on this thread.. http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...ts-hard-82668/

Anyhow, I'm currently sewing the fringed edge of the outer apron.
The Art of Kiltmaking instructions call for a tiny backstitch for this edge. I've done about 1 inch of back-stitches, and I can see that it's not going to look too pretty.
What do you all think of machine stitching this edge? I think it will look much nicer than any hand stitching I'm capable of.

For the record, this will be a Highland Dancing kilt for my daughter, so while I am concerned with having a quality, hand-sewn product, I'm also wanting it to be durable!

Thanks for any feedback!
Dianna