Burda Style For people who sew

B Straps
Gather straps (piece 13) at the ends as described and illustrated in step 2. Pull bobbin threads to gather straps to width of strap piece 14. Knot ends of thread. Distribute gathering evenly.

Lay gathered straps right sides together with strap lining pieces. Baste lengthwise edges together and stitch. Trim seam allowances, turn straps. Baste and stitch ends of straps together, distributing gathering evenly. (a)

Baste straps on upper edge of bodice between markings in back and from the panel seams in front with right sides facing (seam number 7). (b)

AB Line Bodice
Stitch front panel seams of non-interfaced lining pieces as described and illustrated in step 1. Trim allowances and press open.

Side Seams
Lay non-interfaced back lining pieces right sides together with non-interfaced front lining piece. Stitch side seams (seam number 2). Press allowances onto back and stitch 1⁄2" (1.2 cm) wide to make casings for the boning stays.

Pin lining right sides together with bodice, matching side seams. Baste upper edges together and stitch, catching in straps for view B. Clip in center front close to line of stitching (arrow). Lay lining up, press allowances onto lining. Topstitch close to seam, catching allowances (9a). Lay lining down, baste edges and press. ©

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