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 Originally Posted by Ted Crocker
Hmmm, the folds of the pleats might be a problem because the outside layer of fabric has to stretch around the inside fold as it is forced into place. That would creat a difference in tinsion? between the inside and outside layers, even if they are completely fused together. I think that might result in a stage curtain wavieness with the length of fabric in a kilt.
Where as, with a single layer of woven fabric the yarns are a bit more free to move around each other. With two fused layers, the yarns are locked in place. I would guess that the swing would not be too good either.
Yeah, that's kind of what I'm thinking might happen, but what the hey? I'll find out as soon as I get the pleats topstitched. If it doesn't work, I'm out about $22. If it does, maybe I'm on to something, eh? ;) Either way, I'll report back if anyone is interested. Thanks for the input.
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