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 Fig. 67. Where the facing joins in the back make a bias seam as in Fig. 68.

Finish the lower edge of the skirt as the lower edge of the waistline apron was hemmed. The sash would be finished with a narrow hem and the ends hemmed or faced with the decorative bias facing.

Using a Commercial Pattern.—It is important that you have a clear idea what you are going to make, before you start cutting or sewing. Read carefully the directions printed on the pattern envelope. Examine the pattern itself. Know what each piece is and why the perforations and notches are there before cutting.