Originally Posted by
Kid Cossack
So, I finally turned into enough of a fabric slut to win an e-bay auction of eight yards of herringbone tweed, 100 percent wool, 29" wide.
Was that the term about which Alan H was teasing us with clues? If so, welcome to the addiction!
Originally Posted by
Kid Cossack
... I figured that first time out you get a pass on details.
Most assuredly. But then, you'll have the details mastered by the time you make your eighth, tenth, or twelfth kilt. 
Originally Posted by
Kid Cossack
It's a knife pleat, 4 1/2" pleats with 2 1/4" reveals, very primitive. Hand sewn...
Without a doubt, it will be one of your favorite kilts. You'll reach for it with no worry or pause when a garment built for abuse... er, ruggedness... is needed.
Originally Posted by
Kid Cossack
...there should be pictures!
Yup, there should be. Just make sure they're family forum friendly!
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"Listen Men.... You are no longer bound down to the unmanly dress of the Lowlander." 1782 Repeal.
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