I first constructed the shell of the bodice (without the lining), sewing all the panels into place but leaving the side seams open so I can attach my sleeves using the flat method.
After constructing the basic shape I could then move onto the more fiddly areas such as the waterfall collar and drape and the bottom of jacket. I used french seams at the edges of these pieces as this fabric is slightly see through so I did not want any loose threads floating around inside as it would look unprofessional.
I then gathered the sleeve, ready to be sewn in place. As mentioned before I used the flat method, attaching the sleeve first and then sewing up the side seam and underarm seam.
After this I proceeded to line the garment, sewing all panels of the lining in place before hand to it looks like another shell of a bodice. Making sure all raw edges were hidden I manufactured the lining in place, which I have to admit was rather difficult as the fabric used was rather thick and the outer fabric was stretchy so there was a good deal of manipulation needed on my part.
During fittings I decided where the fastenings would be and decided to use hook and eyes and have the buttons as ornament. I then finished the garment by binding the sleeves; I decided to do this after fittings so I would know beforehand if the sleeves were too loose or too tight.
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