Thanks for your answers again, all! I just recieved a message that my kilt is on it's way again. I'll just try some shirts and sweaters I already have before buying anything new. I do want a new belt (just a regular but wide one) for day wear, and perhaps a new, dark brown sporran. Or I might look for an old couch and use the leather to make my own. Does anyone know what size (machine) needle I would need? Normally leather used for couches and chairs is fairly thin compared to leather coats or boots, isn't it?