With the things I didn't like about kilt #1 fresh in my mind, I threw together this 6 yard one in one of my cheaper tartans over three days -
One night messing with different pleating options, choosing the one I liked most, and pinning the pleats.
Another night sewing the pleats and fringe.
A day off sewing the stabilizer, canvas, waistband, liner, and buckles.

These pictures were taken after wearing the kilt for a 9-hour work day.





Very happy with it for one and two half day's work.

I got compliments from customers for my bravery wearing a kilt with no special occasion in "small town" Minnesota.
I got compliments for undertaking the project of making it.
I got compliments for successfully pairing a kilt with Abercrombie and Fitch.
And I can't tell how many times I had to say "Yeah, I wear something under it - can't you see my shoes?"