This is the place to be if you want to make your kilt. It is possible to make a kilt fast, but it takes some time and patience. To make a kilt, you need these two things the most. People can make their kilts, even if they have never sewn before or have only done it once.
Our custom-made kilts might be a good choice if you want to spend less on kilts. Our website has many different kinds of kilts. Some are utility, camouflage, hybrid, Scottish, and leather.
If you’d instead make your kilt, keep reading. This blog post will discuss how to make a kilt in every way. It’s very easy. Now, let’s begin.
Select a Tartan
An essential part of a Tartan kilt is the tartan. First, let’s pick a plaid pattern for ourselves. You can pick the plaid of your clan if you are Scottish. A lot of people with Scottish roots have a specific clan plaid. Don’t worry if you don’t know the clan of your Scottish ancestors. Click on this link to find out. Type in your last name to see which tartan design goes with it.
You can pick a district plaid if you need to get your own. An area tartan is a style of plaid only found in a specific part of Scotland or another part of the world.
You don’t have to look far if you need help finding a tartan. Universal Tartan is always there. These plaids are suitable to wear anywhere in the world. A few of the most well-known international tartans are Black Watch, Dress Stewart, and Hunting Stewart.
Measurements
The correct measurements are the second most important thing about making a great kilt. Happy to say that our website already has a complete guide on measuring kilts that you can read right now! It would be best to read that piece first and then return to it.
Making Pleats
Think of folds as some cards being left out in a deck. As you can see, most playing cards have cards that are close to each other and meet. The pleats are the same. Each invisible card is 8 inches of cloth with two pleats. The open space should be about 5/8 inch to 1 inch wide. Mark where one set’s width will be and cut the pattern into equal parts. Eight inches can be split into eight or more pieces.
You will need to use a blind stitch to sew the pleats. Begin at the hip. It shouldn’t be more than half an inch from the thread to the edge. Double-thread stitch the base twice, then go under three lines from the base. Put the kilt down so the top material can be seen when you’re done. You should use three threads to get the thread through this. This will give you about 10 stitches per inch.
Once sewn, you must cut off any extra fabric from the pleats. This is what your kilt needs to look great.
A waistband
Cut a piece of fabric about 5 inches wide to make a belt for your kilt. Make sure the edge of your apron is the same length and width as the cloth. Put the belt on the apron of your kilt when you’re done. You can fold the extra fabric around your waist over your kilt.
Lining
Cut a piece of duck cloth into pieces to make the lining for your kilt. For instance, you can cut it into 10-inch pieces if it’s a yard. Then, put the first piece around your waist. Add the two extra pieces to each side. Once they are down, pin them.
You can begin sewing once the top ends are lined up with the waistband. It is not okay for the stitch to go over the inside of the apron. Remember to sew the waistband under the covering.
Add Straps made from Leather
Put the leather straps around the Utility kilt on it. Add some holes to the ends of the leather ties. The tassel should be on the straps. Put the straps down just below the belt. After that, put the buttons on the pleats.
You can find a wide range of kilts for men at prices that won’t break the bank.
Finishing your Kilt with Final Touches
It’s easy to make the lines in your kilt look square and straight. Press hard on your kilt’s wrinkles with a damp cloth. Get two irons. You can use any heavy item if you don’t have an extra one. The hot iron should be put next to the other hot iron. It does this by keeping the steam inside, cooling it, and making firm and crisp wrinkles.
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