HOW TO MAKE DRESSES
Put a piece of paper under the diagram and trace the upper front, allowing seams at the top, side and below the dotted line. The center-front does not need a seam as it will be placed on the fold of the goods. Trace the upper back in the same way. In tracing the lower portion allow seams above the dotted line, also at the sides and allow a hem off any desired depth at the bottom.
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Fig. (66) Diagram showing the upper foundation skirt pattern placed on the goods
If you want the upper foundation skirt to fit without fullness mark the darts from your block pattern.
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Fig. (67) Diagram showing lining pattern on the goods
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Fig. (68) Diagram showing the dress pattern on the goods
Cutting a Waistline Dress: Fig. 66 shows the upper foundation skirt laid on the material. Fig. 67 shows the lining waist and Fig. 68 the out-
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