I have the book!

[HeathBar]

That is why many here will tell you to start off with inexpensive material. As far as the stitches, I'd bet that a search on google or youtube would produce tutorials on the subject. I think I read the book four times before I laid a single stitch. I like that the book lays flat and you can have it open while you are working. Good luck!

[mull]

I didn't think about the book laying open, but that will be a great help as I try to match the work to the pictures in the book.

The material I have is from Dever Fabrics and was about $14.00 a yard for double width, so I do not have too much invested in fabric. Even if it turns out all wrong the lessons learned should worth more than the material.

If I count the cost against the hours I anticipate working on the kilt, it will end up being only penny's per hour; cheap entertainment.

Joe

[Dixiecat]

Add in the fact that I find written directions hard to follow

The book is awesome and second to none in the art of kiltmaking. However, I also found it daunting and me a long-time sew-er and working in the sewing industry!

If I was asked if there was anything I didn't like about THE book, it would be, 1) not enough photos (can't get enough pictures of kilts...) and 2) needed bullet point summaries.

Anyway, I'm not complaining, especially since I've made two kilts from it and am starting number 3!