My Needleworkmonday Entry for Barbie Outfit Contest by @needleworkm...

(Photo: Finished product of my Barbie outfit.)

Hello there needleworkers! This is my entry for the barbie contest! Her arms were already missing when I dug up into Antonia's toy box. The good ones were already given to the charity during our church's outreach program
Well, she's now in Grade VI and she has stopped dreaming about those fairytale outfits and those trendy Barbie dolls.
Anyways, let's just think that it's a Barbie maniquin! Lol!

I thought of making a backless blouse and skirt for the purpose.

This kind of outfit is a casual attire that even normal people would love to wear.

Materials needed:

• #20 mercerized crocheting thread.

Colors:
Yellow
Black with gold strand.

First, I measured the waistline of Ms. Barbie, using double chain in straight line up four layers or below the chest. Continue with the chains up to the center then proceed to the next layer

The same goes with the next patch up to the lower armpit line. Apply 8 chain counts making six strings. The same goes with the other patch. After closing the six strings, count at least 50 chains for the back ties.

I added four loops on each side of the edging where I can insert and adjust the strings in order to fit the backside.

That's the black skirt with front slit.

I used black thread for the waistband for a more fashionable look before applying the mixed black and gold thread. I applied another layer of pure black, which created the sensual look of the skirt, then I proceeded with the mixed color. Black will look great for the edging too.