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HOW TO MAKE DRESSES


To make the lining pattern, use your block pattern, as shown in Fig. 62. Place the block pattern on another piece of paper and mark round the outside.

Lower the neck in the back about an inch and a half, as indicated by the dotted line on the diagram.

Fig. (62) Diagram for making lining waist patterns

Mark a point on the shoulder in the front that matches the back neck outline. From this point, draw a square neck which is a trifle lower than the outside waist, so it will not show when the dress is on.

Allow hems in the front. In cutting out

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