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15th February 08, 04:34 PM
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It looks great! The straps, sporran and belt all suit it and you perfectly. Casual and rugged--nice look!
Is it knife-pleated in the back? Can't tell from the photos--
Suggestions? I see the front apron curling a bit--you have left plenty of room in the pleats over the legs, it looks like. I'm not too bothered by the "Utilikilt horn look," especially with a narrow apron, but some are...When making an alternative kilt like this I usually try to "pre-curve" my apron and stitch it that way on the machine--kind of the same idea as easing and stretching the wool when making the apron on a traditional kilt. That way it curves around me instead of being prone to flaring.
Also the ends of your straps will probably continue to ravel a bit so unless you want them shaggy, a single line of stitching will limit it, or turn under and stitch for a cleaner look.
But I think overall a great job, and I do love the masking tape!!! Thanks for sharing it with us.
Moosedog
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