How Did We Get Here? The History of kilts for sale Told Through Tweets

[Esperanza Sumler]

Every real fun of Scottish culture should have at least one kilt in his collection. They are usually being bought in some good stores with that kind of garments. But what has a greater value to us than the stuff that we do by ourselves?

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That's probably the most important reason to sew kilt not to buy it. It might be also a great hobby which takes quite a lot of time but gives satisfaction and a lot of joy. There are only 8 steps to do that and few things to have.

Things that you will surely need are (most of them obvious): time, needle, thread, straight pins, safety pins, tape measure, a large kilt pin, 2-3 leather straps and buckles, lots of tartan material and chalk. Optional but rather recommended to make work more pleasant and effective are: basting tape, sewing machine, lining material.

Before we start sewing we have to make a measurements. Important in this case are: waist, hips, and length. To obtain your waist measurement, simply wrap a tape measure around the narrowest part of your waist and note the measurement. Because of the amount of material that will thicken the top of the kilt, it is advised to add a few centimetres to the waist measurement to ensure that it won't become too tight.

While measuring hips, there is an opposite site - wrapping the tape measure around the widest part of your hips and seat and record the measurement. The hip measurement is the most essential of all Again, because the kilt pleats will make the material thicker, add a few centimetres to the measurement. As it comes to length kilts are traditionally worn to mid-kneecap length, but the more modern look is to have the kilt reach to just above the knee. An easy way to get a good kilt length is to kneel on the floor and measure from your waist to the floor. And you have your length!

As its only an introduction to sewing a kilt I must tell you that rest of activities you will need to do are: translating the numbers (it is the most complicated things to do, while you have to do a lot of math), cutting, forming the shape of the kilt, pleating, lining.

Fashion trends come and go- season in and season out- new colors, styles and fabrics find their way into department stores and boutiques. Before you head to choose your new wardrobe of fall fashions, you need to know what's hot and what's not. One popular look for fall is plaid. Before you think that may be too much for you, here are some options to sneak this hot fall had into your wardrobe (without looking like a little school girl).

You don't have to be part of a clan or play the bagpipes to wear plaid. And, this year's fall fashions have laid in all colors kilts for sale - not just the traditional red and green. You can get black and white, pink and black, purple and white- think of a color combination and you'll find it. Patterns are popular in all sizes too. Small or large, you can choose the pattern that looks best on you.

In outerwear, plaid coats are hot right now. Pair a checkered pea coat or blazer with a turtleneck. If that's too much, drape a tartan scarf around a solid coat or wrap it around your waist for a belt. There's also the classic pleated mini that looks great with solid opaque tights and some ankle boots, which are in fashion this fall too. Pair a plaid jumper with a solid turtleneck and opaque tights. There are so many options available to you with this trend because it is such a classic look.

Seek out tartans in some of the hot colors for fall fashions and you'll be killing two fashion birds with one stone. Colors like burnt orange and shitake, yes think the color of the mushroom, are hot this fall and make a great checkered combination. Red and mustard yellow are showing up in department stores, but purple, in various shades, is the "it" color for fall. If the bold colors are not quite 'You', go with a classic black and white combination and add red accessories for color.

If you're afraid to go with a skirt or top in plaid, you can still be a part of the fall fashions trend with checkered accessories. Throw a scarf with check patterns around your neck - you can get silk, cashmere or wool depending on how dressy you want to look. Another option is a fun handbag. Big or small, a plaid handbag adds a nice touch to an outfit. You can even get plaid pumps or heels. Of course, you want to pair your pumps, handbag and scarf with basic solid colors. Too many patterns are too much for the eyes.

Whether you shop at the department stores, discount retailers or on-line, you should be able to find the perfect piece of checkered clothing. It's a classic that goes great with solids, dressy or casual- just avoid the head to toe look. It's easy to follow the latest fashion trends and it doesn't have to break your bank. Pick one look that you love and work a plaid piece into it- shoes, handbag, skirt, etc. Because fall fashions are always changing, you don't need a closet full of tartans. Go with the basics and jazz it up with a little plaid. You'll be looking pretty in plaid and in style.