I know that skirts should be pleated to the band instead of gathered, and full enough to sit in, and short enough to walk in.

I could try.

There are patterns for sale.

Let's go right away, Wesley." "Set me a bit of supper, while I hitch up." Margaret built a fire, made coffee, and fried ham and eggs.

She set out pie and cake and had enough for a hungry man by the time the carriage was at the door, but she had no appetite.