Want to buy husband his first kilt- Help!11

[ChattanCat]

Pat, you can also get Barb T's book, The art of Kiltmaking, and sew a kilt for your husband. Whatever tartan is used, it will be his favourite.

Barb T's book is great. It gives you the inside scoop on what makes a high quality knife pleated kilt. But, I must warn you that once you know what quality is, you may not be happy with a budget kilt.

As a traditional kiltmaker, I would recommend that you buy the book and research who makes traditional custom fitted kilts. There are two major types to consider, the 4 yard box pleat (Matt Newsome) and the 8 yard knife pleat.

Kilts should last a generation or three. We scots are typically frugal, but not when it comes to kilts. Nothing like having something that really fits well and you can pass it down to future generations.

Cheers,
Wallace

[SteveB]

Barb T's book is great. It gives you the inside scoop on what makes a high quality knife pleated kilt. But, I must warn you that once you know what quality is, you may not be happy with a budget kilt.

As you do sew, you can check out Barb T's hints on the D.I.Y. Forum. She is a great kiltmaker and shares her wisdom freely on this board. Whatever way you go, remember to follow the measuring instructions of the kiltmaker you are selecting, as each has their own way of doing it. I sewed my first kilt before getting Barb's book. After reading her book, I found ALL the the things I did completely wrong on the kilt. The second one is looking better.... You can check out the various advertisers wares in the Photo Gallery section of this board as many of us post pictures of our kilts. Also pictures are imbedded in the posts under the various advertiser threads.

Now if only my spouse supported my kilting like you do....

[Derek]

Hi Pat,
Since your husband is obviously proud of his Welsh Heritage I would have to opt for the Welsh Bowen Tartan Cilt. They have certainly come down in price over the last few years and a 14oz 8yd Welsh Cilt will last for years and years to come even with constant daily wear in all sorts of conditions. I can testify to that. You could even order it through the Welsh Tartan Centre and it will be made by a Welsh Cilt maker in Mid Wales.
Just my thoughts, but whatever your husband decides, welcome him to the very comfy world of Cilts/Kilts.
Iechyd Da
Derek