The top stitching method is faster, as it is possible to do with less preparation, and by applying more or less pull on the fabric the horizontals can be aligned as the sewing is done.

As long as the sewing thread blends in well and a bit of care is taken the method is not all that detrememtal to the finished product, it is just that when compared with a kilt which is machine sewn with a greater investment of time, or expertly hand sewn a bit of craft envy creeps in.

Anne the Pleater :ootd: