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2nd October 07, 07:19 PM
#31
 Originally Posted by turpin
If you want to use the ties you've got and you're a pencil-neck like me, even a full Windsor won't do the trick. However, once you have the front (wide part) of the tie properly located at the top of the belt buckle, pull the part tied around your neck until the narrow part of the tie is also of proper length. Pinch the excess in the neck, cut it off, and sew the ends together. Voila! a kilt-length tie custom made for you.
I had to read this a couple of times, it sounded like it would lead to a slow and quiet death. I think I finally got it.
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3rd October 07, 01:10 PM
#32
 Originally Posted by Archangel
I had to read this a couple of times, it sounded like it would lead to a slow and quiet death. I think I finally got it.
I'm still wondering how I'm going to fit my head under the sewing machine foot!
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3rd October 07, 02:28 PM
#33
 Originally Posted by ccga3359
I'm still wondering how I'm going to fit my head under the sewing machine foot!
I could help you make it fit
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3rd October 07, 06:53 PM
#34
 Originally Posted by McMurdo
I could help you make it fit 
I (self-righteous), refrained from making such a comment.
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3rd October 07, 06:55 PM
#35
 Originally Posted by Archangel
I (self-righteous), refrained from making such a comment.
That's because you don't know me. This is about the only time my 'friends' will lend a hand willingly!
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