So I'm making a kilt for myself out of a nice green unaffiliated plaid. I was wondering if anyone had ever sewn the pleats all the way down. Just at the edge of the crease, so the movement isn't impeded and very little (like a mm or less) fabric is caught in the sewn part. I'm thinking if it is hand sewn properly with a invisible seam, it will make ironing less necessary and will keep the pleats neater while wearing.

Has anyone ever done or thought of doing this? This is a casual kilt, not fancy or anything. Since it's for everyday wear (and is cotton) I was trying to think of easy ways to make it less upkeep. (Yes, I know hand sewing that much linear feet doesn't sound easy.. but it's not a big deal to me.)

Thoughts?