Update: I tried Googling "bias-cut tartan flashes", in the hopes of finding suggestions on how to make them. But all that came up were regular tartan flashes, and bias-cut tartan skirts and waistcoats. Turns out bias-cut flashes aren't remotely common. In fact, it would seem there's only one company offering them, and from my personal experience of owning one, I'd consider flashes with a Sport Kilt not unlike getting a matching tie for your gym shorts.
Upon realizing I was on my own, I decided the best course of action was to cut a thin piece of basswood to 1.5" wide. Then I wrapped the fabric around it and pinned it in place before pressing it with the iron:
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Please try your best to ignore the vinegar-water stains on my ironing board.
After that I slid the wood out and pressed it again, and of course did the same for the other three. Once they cooled, I proceeded with Barb Tewksbury's flashmaking technique using double-sided interfacing and iron-on hem tape. Apologies for not documenting this portion of the process, but once I get going, the last thing on my mind is stopping to take pictures (ADD goes both ways
). But I at least took a pic of the partially completed flashes, sitting on wax paper because the Fray Check on the ends is still drying:
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So there you have it. Now to resume finishing the actual kilt with which I intend to wear them...
Originally Posted by Dollander
Update: I tried Googling "bias-cut tartan flashes", in the hopes of finding suggestions on how to make them. But all that came up were regular tartan flashes, and bias-cut tartan skirts and waistcoats. Turns out bias-cut flashes aren't remotely common. In fact, it would seem there's only one company offering them, and from my personal experience of owning one, I'd consider flashes with a Sport Kilt not unlike getting a matching tie for your gym shorts.
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