This skirt design was first seen in 1847, and again later in 1851, both times as a ballgown. The skirt base can be made of lining fabric to economize (may be seen slightly), or of dress fabric. The petals can be made or a shear fabric if desired. Although designed to fit as a pre-hoop skirt, the extra wide lower flounce gives enough fullness at the hem (a total of 225"), to fit over any size hoop.

The most common style of trimming shown is for the Petals to be trimmed with fabric ruches or lace ruffles. The lower flounce was trimmed with three rows of fabric ruches, or with lace ruffles.

Sizing and Yardage Information:

This pattern is "one size fits all", the waist can be pleated to fit any given measurement.

Dress Fabric	11¼ Yards
Petal Trimmings	11 yards
Skirt Trimmings (three rows)	19 yards
Skirt length	42"

Yardages given are with nap. Longer lengths will require extra material.
Notions: Hook and eye closures.