I recently came across a post by Tobus which raised the same question about my own kilt I purchased from a supplier in Scotland.

http://Www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...k-period-70205

After following the advice given by Steve Aston I was shocked to find out that my kilt, a 16oz machine stitched kilt made from tartan from Lochcarron mills, which fits me really well, has neither a stabalizer under the lining nor the pleats cut out.

I have made my first kilt following Barbara's book so am able to put this problem right. However here is my question... if I cut out the pleats before fitting a stabalizser the kilt will not be as snug, and maybe a little too large as the straps are currently at their tightest. I could of course move the buckles but If i fitted the stabalizer without cuting out the pleats will this still be effective I. E stopping the tartan from streaching?

I assume, it will work. Am I right?