There is another point I think that is being missed.

I don't think Raphael meant that he wanted to start a handsewn kilt factory. I think he meant something more along the line of Stillwater or Utilikilt.

This would be mainly machine sewing, and would call for semi-skilled labor that can be developed from the unskilled. What would be necessary is a cadre of skilled tailors and seamstresses to train the new hires, and supervise them in their labor.

And any sort of tailoring skill is saleable.

I also agree with Rigged. The simple habits of employment will also add a person's marketable skills.

Good Luck Raphael. Let me know how the project advances. If it works, I might look into something similar here in Mississippi.

Wouldn't it be great to slicker the government into subsidizing kilts?!?!