Kilt makers in Virginia?

[David White]

Does anyone know of any kilt makers located around the Charlottesville
VA area?

dave

[bubba]

Here's one place to look. http://www.kiltmakersdirectory.com/

[David White]

Here's one place to look. http://www.kiltmakersdirectory.com/

Hi Budda!

I've already checked that out-nothing close. I was hoping that someone
here might know of some unlisted in the directory.

I'd like to apprentice to learn the art.

thanks,

dave

[Shay]

Here's one in VA, I'm afriad I don't know where they are in relation to Charlotteville, but it's a place to start:
http://www.bagpipesmontieth.com/

[bubba]

Hi Budda!

I'd like to apprentice to learn the art.

thanks,

dave

Have you gotten a copy of Barbs book, The Art of Kiltmaking? You can hit the ground running using that book since it is how to make a traditional kilt and covers everything from calculating the pleats to stitches to finishing. It's available from www.celticdragonpress.com . Well worth the investment.

[David White]

Have you gotten a copy of Barbs book, The Art of Kiltmaking? You can hit the ground running using that book since it is how to make a traditional kilt and covers everything from calculating the pleats to stitches to finishing. It's available from www.celticdragonpress.com . Well worth the investment.

Hi Bubba!

No I don' own a copy. I'll have to order one. I have made a box-pleated
philabeg. It turned out ok, except for the aprons.
I've been a stay at home dad for the last eight years and now really don't
have that many up to date job skills! Been looking for something that I want to do from home.

thanks,

dave

[bubba]

Dave, I think this will be just the ticket for you. The book is excellent for learning the art. I own a copy and have used it to make a kilt. I used a wool plaid I found for $4 a yard on sale at the fabric store. I can't say enough good about this book. You might need to learn a bit of the terminology in sewing as well as kiltmaking, but there are folks here that can help you if you get stuck. My advice is get some inexpensive fabric for the first couple kilts so you can get some hands on practice while following the book. That way you won't be so tense about actually doing things while learning.

[David White]

Thanks Bubba!
So your experience with the book was good?
I have sewn several different period "iron-age" celtic kits before,
With a machine and have done some hand stitching as well.

Guess I'll order the book.

thanks,

dave