Afternoon all,
I've lost a fair bit of weight and my kilt that I got made for my wedding is literally falling off me.
Anyone got any recommendations for a good kilt alterer/seamstress?
I'm coming up at the end of the month, and would like to get it taken in.
Cheers
J
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03-03-2015 02:37 PM #1@hibs.net private member
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Kilt alteration in or close to Edinburgh
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Unless you've lost shiploads of weight, you might be better (and cheaper) getting somebody local to simply move the buckles (a 10 minute job) - that way it'll be easier to let it back out when you become a fatty again.
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I think it's more than a buckle job. Lost 4st 1lb so I think there's some serious rework required. Originally Posted by Peevemor
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show QuoteUnless you've lost shiploads of weight, you might be better (and cheaper) getting somebody local to simply move the buckles (a 10 minute job) - that way it'll be easier to let it back out when you become a fatty again.
Never plan on being a fattie again so am prepared to make the investment.
J
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Good stuff!
We used to use Jean O'Rourke in Longniddry for all our (pipe band) stuff - she never let us down.
http://www.jeanorourkekiltmaker.co.uk/index.htm
Jean McKirdy (around Gilmerton somewhere at the time) was also OK, but I can't find her details on the net so I don't even know if she's still on the go.
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Did you have to be called Jean to fix your kilt? Originally Posted by Peevemor
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show QuoteGood stuff!
We used to use Jean O'Rourke in Longniddry for all our (pipe band) stuff - she never let us down.
http://www.jeanorourkekiltmaker.co.uk/index.htm
Jean McKirdy (around Gilmerton somewhere at the time) was also OK, but I can't find her details on the net so I don't even know if she's still on the go.
United we stand here....
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Originally Posted by lord bunberry
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show QuoteDid you have to be called Jean to fix your kilt?
Finding someone called 'Kilt' to fix my jeans was even more difficult.
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G B Tailoring in Craiglockhart are very good. 2 of the tailors are ex military and they still do a lot of the the formal wear for officers.
They made me a pair of trews last year that are a fantastic fit and beautifully made.
http://www.gbtailoringltd.co.uk/mobilePM Awards General Poster of The Year 2015, 2016, 2017. Probably robbed in other years
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Ooh, suits you sir! Originally Posted by Pretty Boy
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