Originally Posted by
RockyR
The kilt is made in Pakistan and entirely machine sewn. The basting stitches shown in Jock Scott's post (which I'm sure is a Scottish made 8 yard kilt knowing Jock) are hand sewn in and easily removed. The ones shown in James' post look to be machine sewn, which is why there's a difference. They both serve the same purpose (holding the pleats in place during ironing and shipping) and should be carefully removed.
Nearly, but not quite Rocky! 
To put you out of your "misery", Paul Henry used 9 yards in that gem.
Out of interest is it usual to have machine sown basting stitches in machine sewn kilts? No criticism in any way, but I ask out of pure interest
" Rules are for the guidance of wise men and the adherence of idle minds and minor tyrants". Field Marshal Lord Slim.
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