Made my first kilt

[CameronTaylor]

Alan's instructions will get you through it ok wether you go with the box pleat or a knife pleat, they work great both ways.
Also: if Pittsburgh Kilts website is still up he had instructions on throwing one together - well worth looking at along with the H-man's Xstructions.


CT - the combination is enlightening

[way2fractious]

Looked at the website for the great kilt, but did not find any discussion on the material they use. Looking at your pics, especially the selvedge, the material appears to be a wool/and ? mix. The pleats on a lightweight wool mix will NOT press as nicely - and stay pressed - as they would on heavier, worsted, 100% wool. Consider the material.

Echoing others, kiltmaking literally starts with hip measurements, not waist measurements. The tapering in the sewn-down portion of the pleats accounts for the differences. Certain few individuals have no need of tapering, however.

X-kilts were meant to be made from cotton-based materials, and unreinforced on the inside. But the techniques learned will stand you in good stead as you continue making kilts.

There will come a time when you feel ready to tackle the full traditional kilt. The essential tool there is the book, The Art of Kiltmaking. It can be ordered from Celtic Dragon Press.

Your daughter's outfit is smashing. Your kilt looks good, too, and if anyone asks, answer proudly that you made it yourself. Your next ones will look even better as your confidence grows.

w2f