If it's your first kilt, you're better off going with something where you can read good instructions (either 8-yard knife pleat or 4 yard box pleat). I wouldn't try a Kingussie if I hadn't made a kilt before.

I agree with everyone that you ought to try an 8 yard knife pleated kilt first, given the tartan that you have. Box pleated kilts are better in 16 oz.

BTW: the instructions for making a 4-yard box pleated kilt are not in the book. Here's the info for getting the instructions (free):
http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/m...x.html?t=43498