DIY Kilt #3: MacPherson Red

**meinfs** · 25th July 08, 06:49 AM

It's looking good! (and reminds me of my first kilt of a month ago)... Can't wait to see the finished product but in the meantime, thanks for sharing photos of your progress!!

**sirdaniel1975** · 27th July 08, 09:45 AM

Continuation....

First off, I'd like to say thanks for the nice comments and suggestions. I know there are others who have made their own kilt out of wool instead of something like a poly blend, for those who have not use wool yet, DO IT! It is much easier to work with, it works with you much more than other fabrics.

Middle canvas section

Outer aprons canvas section

Inner aprons canvas section

Finished attaching canvas

**sirdaniel1975** · 27th July 08, 09:52 AM

Well I didn't make the metal buckles, they were purchased from Joann's. I did however make the leather parts from a bag of Tandy Leather I purchased from Michael's. There was a lot of leather in that bag, and some of which will be featured in more DIY threads from myself. hint, hint... SPORRANS! The bag was about $7 - $8.. I don't exactly remember.

The raw parts, notice the pile of leather.

I cut out the part for the buckles. I actually prefer using leather instead of material to fasten the buckles.

Preview of the buckles

**sirdaniel1975** · 27th July 08, 09:54 AM

Each one of those tools pictured will punch holes through leather.

One buckle is finished.

Everything is prepped.

**sirdaniel1975** · 27th July 08, 09:58 AM

Lining preview...

One section of the lining. I really like green lining, it reminds me of the 20th century regimental kilts. I also attach the lining and the canvas in three sections. I find it easier to apply those pieces in that fashion. I feel it prevents some snugging issues,... my personal opinion and experience.