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    Alan, thank you for starting this thread, it's a real cracker! If nothing else, it has cautioned me to stick exclusively to building men's kilts, and not to countenance anything else like billie kilts or ladies pleated skirts, at least until I have plenty of experience with making men's kilts.

    I have saved this thread into my Subscriptions folder that I called Kiltmaking 'How-to's', because of its intrinsic interest (eg, who knows where Lady Grey's tip on backing bias-cut fabric with straight-cut will find a use), and because, well, one day, you never know, really, do you...

    Thanks again, and all the best with the rest of the project - I reckon pastor Gwen will be mighty pleased with the outcome.
    Grizzled Ian
    XMTS teaches much about formal kilt wear, but otherwise,
    ... the kilt is clothes, what you wear with it should be what you find best suits you and your lifestyle. (Anne the Pleater)
    "Sometimes, it is better not to know the facts" (Father Bill)

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    seam Tape

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    A quick picture of seam tape sewn into the top of the Yoke/Waist of a Billie Kilt to help stabilize the waist so it dosent pull and streatch.
    ..... don't ask about the fabric... sufice to say it's to go with a Roller Derby uniform!

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    it's finally done! --- gave it to her on Sunday so she can wear it for Christmas.



    Needs some ironing...



    But I think she likes it...


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    Don't forget to take your camera!
    Rev'd Father Bill White: Retired Parish Priest & Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair.

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    You can see Gwens kilt here...at Burns Night.


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    Front row, next to the farthest left...


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    ...and one more..



    I made Gregs kilt as well. It was some extra, rather light but nice quality Black Watch that I got for free. Greg is of Spanish descent, so a more universal tartan seemed appropriate. Gwens is Robertson.

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