Now that I have read this, I am fairly positive that the kilt makers at 21st Century Kilt employed this technique to secure the side hem on the front apron of my heavy weight 6-yarder. Further discussion on this topic, as well as a comparison of heavy vs. medium weight fabrics, can be found at:

http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/v...=1492&start=30

I am pleased to have happened across this technical lesson from JimmyC.

Mychael