I just ordered 9 yards of a custom tartan weave (Teufel Hunden) in single width and am debating whether to eventually have this turned into an 8-yard pleated kilt, or to cut it in half and make a great kilt by sewing the two halves together. Should I choose to make a great kilt, what is the best way to sew the two pieces together? My fear is that the seam where the material is joined will be rather stiff and make it harder to maintain the pleats. Thoughts?