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    I happen to be quite fond of "six yard kilts" and have several of them. They cost significantly less than an eight yard and re less work to stitch up if you're doing it yourself. yet they still have a satisfying number of pleats, whereas sometimes a 5 yard can seem a bit skimpy on pleats. On the average, a six yard kilt will have four to eight more pleats than a five-yards (depends on the sett size) and that makes a significant difference, to my eyes.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Alan H View Post
    I happen to be quite fond of "six yard kilts" and have several of them. They cost significantly less than an eight yard and re less work to stitch up if you're doing it yourself. yet they still have a satisfying number of pleats, whereas sometimes a 5 yard can seem a bit skimpy on pleats. On the average, a six yard kilt will have four to eight more pleats than a five-yards (depends on the sett size) and that makes a significant difference, to my eyes.
    My opinion exactly! The extra yardage will look better, even though the fabric weight is somewhat less, 13oz is still enough to give a nice "swish"
    The pipes are calling, resistance is futile. - MacTalla Mor

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