This skirt is from the Autumn 2011 issue of Ottobre Design. The design is called “Butterfly Wing” and is for older girls (sizes 128-170). The original skirt in the magazine was made from soft mesh tulle, with ribbing for the waistband and batiste for the under portion of the skirt. I used a knit mesh, sometimes called “knit tulle” for the ruffles and a rayon lycra jersey for the under skirt. My girl isn’t into anything ‘girly’ anymore, but she will wear this skirt, usually with solid colored leggings and a Woot shirt, but she must have been feeling more festive the day I took the picture as she had on striped tights, which went surprisingly well with the skirt. I think the muted colors of the skirt appeal to her. I have been giving away all fabrics that seem too juvenile for a girl her age. It’s sad to let some of them go, as I had projects in mind for them, but maybe some other mother will find use for them.
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