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31st October 17, 12:31 PM
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Wool Kilt from eBay
I am getting a kilt bought off eBay. I do not know how it was cared for by the original owner.
I do know it is wrinkled, I do know it was hand-stitched, also that it is of 8+ yards, and made of either 13 or 16oz wool from Lochcarron about 1997 – I was able to chat with the kilt maker.
If it fits and is in good shape I will need to do at least some cleaning and ironing.
I have never even threaded a needle so basting is not an option for me personally and also I am very nervous about washing it. I want to be careful but I am afraid it should be really cleaned.
So I believe I should take it to the cleaners. Does anyone know about one in the Detroit metro area? I do know to tell them no pressing.
Also I am hoping, in ironing my kilt, I might just get away with the apron. I can do some basic ironing but again it's not my forte and am not confident. Is there a chance the weight and mill of the wool will help me out?
Any advice is helpful. I have read a bit about it but just hoping for some tips from the forum.
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