ahhh ok! The way it was folded made it look like it had shrunk even more than that. (Width I mean)

I was told that the width wouldn't shrink too much, due to all the stitching and pleats, but that length would shrink a bit more. Definitely seems to be proven here!

I definitely think it can be "punked up" enough for your sis to wear. Get a favourite band's patch sewn onto the apron, add some big pins, et voila!

Still sorry to hear, it's a wonderful looking tartan too.

Mike