Question regarding a strange ripple

**Barb T** · 15th May 16, 02:24 PM

Canvas that is put in well will have pleats in it that run vertically to add stiffness to keep these kinds of ripples from developing. If the canvas wasn't pleated or it had the stiff direction running the wrong way or it was lightweight canvas, it could easily ripple, even in a kilt for a 7-year-old, especially if the hip buckle had been pulled tight for many wearings.

**Arnot** · 16th May 16, 12:59 AM

Originally Posted by Barb T

Canvas that is put in well will have pleats in it that run vertically to add stiffness to keep these kinds of ripples from developing. If the canvas wasn't pleated or it had the stiff direction running the wrong way or it was lightweight canvas, it could easily ripple, even in a kilt for a 7-year-old, especially if the hip buckle had been pulled tight for many wearings.

I think this is likely the issue. I am about to start work for the morning so I'll check the little kilt to see if this is indeed the problem.

Thanks Barb!

**Arnot** · 16th May 16, 01:35 AM

It was the canvas! The canvas only goes a couple inches down from the top. I was able to fit a finger in behind the lining and could feel where the canvas ended. It didn't feel like the canvas was pleated either. It seemed to be just plunked in there like I thought it might be.

Thanks again.