Cloves,

You can buy Cordura in varying weights and "hands." I have made lightweight hiking kilts out of a small-denier cordura and also taslan nylon that have been washed and sanded. They still are a bit stiff--but not much more stiff than a brand-new P-V casual and they are light and dry well. The heavier Cordura is rough enough it is not too comfortable on the skin. Kinda like a UK Workman's when new...

It's easy to sew but not as forgiving as wool--needle holes are pretty much there once you've made them...I sew in the pleats along the edge for neatness. I was experimenting for a lightweight, relatively durable and quick-dry hiking/backpacking kilt. Basically they have many of the attributes of P-V without the cost of the fabric. I mean, I could also use one of my USAK casuals for the same job but I prefer not to rip 'em up. The manufacturers change colorways frequently so you can sometimes get great deals on closeout colors.

There are many online sources for fabric but unless a name brand it is really hard to tell how the fabric feels and whether you would like to wear it all day...if you can find an outdoor fabric speciality store so you can "fondle the goods" it helps! Be sure to check the "swish noise factor" as that can be annoying. If you find one that is soft enough to wear yet tough enough to hike/work/paintball in get some and kilt away!

Hope this is useful.

Moosedog