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Find Rectrix Skirt, the matching machine-knit version, here!

Thanks to a charming lace pattern reminiscent of feathers, Rectrices Skirt takes its name from “rectrices”, the scientific name for a bird’s tail feathers! The perfect all-weather, any occasion skirt; dress it up with a cute blouse and heels or dress it down with a simple top and flats! This skirt works up quickly thanks to a built-in waistband and pin tuck details to keep your interest. The skirt is knit top-down in the round for a seamless finish.

Sizing: XS, S, M (L, XL, 2X) 3X, 4X, 5X for finished size 38”, 42”, 46” (50”, 55”, 59”) 61”, 63”, 67” with a length of 25” from natural waist for all sizes. Skirt is intended to fit with 5-8” positive ease. Model has 40” hip measurement and is wearing size M.

Yarn: 835, 925, 1025 (1140, 1265, 1370) 1440, 1515, 1650 yards/765, 845, 940 (1040, 1155, 1250) 1315, 1395, 1510 meters of worsted weight yarn. Sample knit with Lion Brand “Wool-Ease” in color “Arrowwood”.

Gauge: 19 sts/24 rows per 4” in stockinette stitch with US 8/5 mm needles

Needles: US 8/5 mm circular needle 24” long or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch markers, length of 1” wide elastic, safety pin, scissors, sewing needle and thread.