First time/First kilt

**pdcorlis** · 17th August 06, 09:34 AM

I guess some folks jump into the deep end... Good For You and Welcome to the rabble! I'll second the recommendation for Barb and Elsie's book - its the resource for kiltmakers!

**Juggalotus** · 17th August 06, 10:41 AM

Thanks for the tip. I'll have to try and pick that book up.

**way2fractious** · 17th August 06, 10:58 AM

Originally Posted by Juggalotus

Thanks for the tip. I'll have to try and pick that book up.

It is, indeed, an excellent book, directed to the making of a traditional kilt using worsted wool fabric. You will want it for that project when it comes time.

Your previous post mentioned a modern kilt. If you are using fabric other than wool, consider kiltmaking instructions found on websites such as this:
http://users.telenet.be/jbruyndonckx/kilt_making.html . The basic construction of kilts, traditional and modern, is the same, but the different fabrics do have significant differences in the way they can be handled.

I have made all kinds of kilts for various purposes, and did each one a little bit better than the last. The fun is just beginning for you. Welcome to the addiction!