Quote Originally Posted by Phil View Post
As a precaution put the garments into plastic bags then place in a freezer for a few days. That will kill any eggs/larva before they get chomping. A hardware store should have moth balls which you can then use as a short-term deterrent until your cedar chest is ready and I would recommend the freezer treatment before putting the items into it.
I was warned off of mothballs by Kathy Lare.
They pose a danger to anyone pressing a kilt. Appearently the out gassing while pressing the garment is very hazardous to the person performing the work.