I started out just making a pattern for me from the original pattern that was several sizes smaller. Some where along the line I just started making "the real thing". Actually it happened that way because I just happened to have some fabric in my stash that I wouldn't mind giving up if it all didn't work. So I am now into the outer layers!
The outer "fashion fabric" layers are easier than the "foundation" bodice because it isn't as "fitted" as the foundation. So I now have on the outer back, front and the lace yoke in the front and back. I love it when it is all going together and (knock on wood, as they say) I haven't blown it to this point.
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Next are the sleeves, I'll have to make a muslin pattern here for sure to make sure it is right.
Just remembered, I better do the boning now while I can still lift the outer part! The instructions are from the original 1910 and sketchy is overstating it.
WOW!
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