Starting To Take Shape

(Image Karl Addison)

My dress is really starting to take shape now I have attached the bodice piece to      the waistband and attached the skirt pieces to the waistband. This is where I can really see the dress coming together as all the different components are sewn  together to create the structure of the dress. I am really pleased with the size as well as it fits me so I can get a feel for how it looks on. It’s also the first time I can see exactly how all the colours work alongside each other and I’m glad to say I like it I particularly love the rich burgundy colour.                                                     

As well as the exterior I have lined the interior using polyester lining to do this I used the same pattern using the bodice, underskirt and waistband pieces to create a matching shell. I attached this to the neck and back of the dress creating a neat finish. I now need to construct my sleeves and cuffs and attach them to the dress and then insert my invisible zip which I am nervous about. The final steps will be to finish of the hems of the dress and bag out(this is when two pieces are joined together and turned through to create a neat seam) the lining to the zip ensuring the inside is neat and tidy. I am not far from completing this dress now which is getting exciting as I cant wait to see the end product.