Quote Originally Posted by Fit2BKilted View Post
I have a SWK on the way... D'you think it might be easier/pragmatic to execute the alterations specified in this thread as soon as I get my kilt, instead of waiting for the first wash?

I'm asking because I'm uncertain whether I may have to move the buckles straight-away (and omit re-attaching the 2nd right-apron buckle---because I'm lazy, too), or not...

Cheers, and great work!

The apron and first pleat hems can be done at any time.

If you are going to move the buckles and underapron strap, be aware that the buckle tabs on the Stillwater kilt are sewn on partly by the fell stitching. You will need to resew part of the fell on the pleat that the buckle tabs extend under on your right hand side.

Also, the underapron strap is attached between the facing folds with a single line of stitching that also holds the facing and lining together in that area. Much of the stitching holds multiple parts and layers of the Stillwater kilts together, so careful planning is needed when moving or removing parts for alterations.