To correct the movement of a heavy garment which was wandering from its proper place I have taken a sturdy tape or strip of webbing and carefully placed it inside the garment at the right height and sewn it in place - it has to be exactly on the waist and exactly the right size.

As you sew you can ease in the garment to the correct size, it is easy to take out an inch or so to add shape and ensure the garment doesn't wander from the waist. With a kilt I would sew the tape along the pleats as the aprons are not shaped in three dimensions. The ends of the tape should be connected firmly at the fastenings.

However - a tight waistband can become very uncomfortable - how about wearing braces and a waistcoat - suspenders and a vest in US speak, I think - to keep the kilt in place?

Anne the Pleater :ootd: