Front pieces
Darts
Pin the darts on the front piece and stitch to a point. Knot thread ends. Press the darts to the side (a).
Front skirt panels
Bring the pleats along the front skirt panels in position according to the arrows; pin on top (b).
Front pieces / front skirt panels
Note: If using light fabrics press a little piece of interlining as support on the corner of the front piece.
Pin the front piece on the front skirt panel from seam 1 to the corner, right sides facing, then stitch. Snip in the allowance corner (arrow). Press the allowances to the top ©. Fold the placket down and stitch on the front skirt panel from the corner to seam 3. Trim allowances, snip in the curve (d). Fold the placket to the front and press the allowances inside the placket (e).
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