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    Talking My second attempt at kilt-making: X-Kilt

    As promised, here I show the X-Kilt that I made based on Alan H's X-kilt manual. Thank you Alan H!

    The fabric is just under 4 yds and made of polyester/cotton blend. It has a simple plaid pattern on it.





    A closeup picture of the top band and belt loop.
    You can also see the plaid design on the fabric (which I did not factor into the pleating) but I tried to align them as much as I could.


    A closeup of the cargo pocket.


    Link to pictures of my traditional design (hand-sewn) kilt:
    http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/m...552/index.html


    Question:

    What are your thoughts on the width of the apron, is it too wide for an Xkilt?
    (It's a little above 10". I've a 37" waist; 41" rump.)

    EDIT: A request for advice.

    I have a problem with the lower left side of the apron (on my left leg). It keeps wanting to curl up. I've already attempted to extend its A-shaping. That helped a bit, but still not enough. And I'm already going beyond the inch and half recommended A shape offset away from the "rectangle." Any advice?
    THanks.
    Last edited by meinfs; 11th July 08 at 08:21 AM.

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