Hello I’m new to kilt making and have ordered Ms Tewksbury’s book. I would love to start and order my tartan but as My book is not here and I’m unsure of how much tartan to order. I’m assuming the book explains how to figure that out. I’d like to make a traditional 8 yard Knife pleated kilt, now I’m widest at my hips at 43 inches. So should I order just 8 yards or Will I need more? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Dick Jones