I'll second that. Barb's book is a must have if you are thinking about making a kilt, or even just want to understand how one is constructed so you can accurately evaluate a kilt you want to buy or have bought. In fact, Barb has a section in the front on evaluating a kilt. I am using it right now form kilt I am making for my wife, and have referred to it many times since I bough it. Well spent money.