I'm going to be making my first kilt and I had a few questions on material selection. I've noticed a number of people here using poly or non-wool materials for their first kilt. Is it recommended to start with a materials like this? If so, what is better to use Polyviscose, poly-cotton, or a poly-wool blend?

Is it easier to make a first kilt from a solid color? (I considered doing a saffron kilt), or is that a waste of time since I don't get experience with lining up the sett?

Thanks,
NPG