9 ch sps / 54 dc (10 ch sp/59 dc, 11 ch sp/64 dc, 12 ch sp/69 dc, 13 ch sp/74 dc, 14 ch sp/79 dc, 15 ch sp/84 dc, 16 ch sp/89 dc, 17 ch sp/94 dc) Row 5: Ch 3, dc in next 6 sts, ch 3, skip next ch 4 sp and first dc, dc in next 3 sts, skip next dc, ch 3, *V stitch in 4th chain, ch 3, skip remaining chs and next dc, dc in next 3 sts, skip next dc, ch 3, repeat from * to last 7 sts, dc in last 7 sts, turn
So much so that Plunkett had time to go South and supposedly research extant garments, fashion plates, and testimony from people who were alive during the Civil War
"A doorway or curtain rod works best in a pinch." A few things to look out for: Make sure the area is clean, and place a clean white sheet on the floor underneath the dress to avoid dirt and damage
Also thank you to Boot Junky for the adorable socks and beautiful Bible verses such a great touch