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 EF and on line E mark a point one inch below the top line. From this point draw the waistline. Draw line CD parallel to line GH and the distance below it that corresponds to the length of the strap on the envelope chemise. Then draw in the strap as indicated by the line JF.

In tracing the pattern allow seams at the outer edges. Only the center-front and center-back will be laid on the fold.

In making the drawers, use French seams at the sides. The lower edges and strap can be finished the same as the envelope chemise was finished. Make a casing at the top and insert elastic, as described previously in this lesson.

To Make a Bloomer Pattern: The construction of the bloomer shown in Fig. 99 is quite similar to the circular drawers. You will need to take two measurements before you make the pattern.

First take the length in the front from the waistline to the knee. This gives you the actual measure for your pattern as the lower edge of the bloomer frill ought to come just to the knee. Also take the crotch measure, as described in making the circular drawers.

In making the pattern (see Fig. 99a), draw the line AC about fifteen inches longer than