I'm thinking of cutting my kilt making teeth on a few kilted skirts for my nieces and another young friend. Provided they are not worn too short like many girls today seem to prefer I think that they can look quite smart. Unfortunately, when worn at the knee and constructed like a man's kilt it looks like the wearer really belongs in a pipe and drum band rather than smartly dressed. Keeping in mind that my young models are currently between eight and eleven years old.

1. How long should a girl's formal kilt be?

2. How should such kilts be constructed? knife? box? buckles? buttons?

3. How many yards should I look to buy?

4. Are there any special considerations I should be aware of?

All assistance appreciated,

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