X-Kilt: Sew Your Own, manual available for download

**Alan H** · 7th September 06, 11:56 AM

Originally Posted by KiltedTurtle

Began working on my X Kilt last weekend and I'm almost done. (The long weekend for labor day helped move me along) . I've just finished sewing down the pleats above the fell and gave it a quick test fit. My wife was genuinely surprised at how well its coming out. Can't wait to finish it, I'll try to post some pictures when I get done.

GREAT! I'm looking forward to seeing it........

Good on ya, Mate!

**Eujeankilt** · 17th September 06, 01:30 PM

I finally got pics of my X-Kilt. I added a waistband and snaps (like UK and AK). I've had several compliments already. It's a light cotton/poly, perfect for summer hiking or working in the garden. (Thanks again Alan for the directions.)

It's hard to smile when you are blinded by sunlight.

The pleats - after wearing it several times - could use a pressing.

**Alan H** · 17th September 06, 02:51 PM

Originally Posted by Mowgli

I finally got pics of my X-Kilt. I added a waistband and snaps (like UK and AK). I've had several compliments already. It's a light cotton/poly, perfect for summer hiking or working in the garden. (Thanks again Alan for the directions.)

FANTASTIC! The snaps look good, I like 'em. Great job all around, Mowgli. Wear it with pride because YOU made it!

**switchblade5984** · 18th September 06, 04:22 PM

like the snaps!

i need to make mine...........

no sewing machine..........

not hand sewing!!!!!!!!!!

**Alan H** · 18th September 06, 08:44 PM

Originally Posted by switchblade5984

like the snaps!

i need to make mine...........

no sewing machine..........

not hand sewing!!!!!!!!!!

HINT: y'all can buy used sewing machines (some pretty good ones, too) on ebay.

**switchblade5984** · 18th September 06, 11:05 PM

shhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

dang it!

i know there on there must stay away

**Dave W.** · 20th September 06, 02:03 AM

Despite Alan's best intentions there are a couple of errors which could catch out the unwary.
1. Four times 1.25 inches equals 5 inches not 5.25 as shown in the diagram.
2. Butt sizes over 47 inches would need more than 4 yards of material with the revised design.

Alan said he will be making the necessary amendments in the next issue.

Critisism is easy so let me say a big thank you to Alan for his valient efforts and I for one will be giving it a try.