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 Fig. (88) Diagram for making basque waist pattern

Then, rip apart this test garment and mark the same changes on the diagram, Fig. 88. Allow a lap and hem at the center-front. The collar is just a straight piece of goods, cut the length of the neck of the dress and wide enough to fold double.

Such a waist requires a full skirt to make it look its best. Usually, a gathered skirt is used. Fig. 89 shows a diagram for a gathered skirt. AC is the center-front and BD is the center-back. Decide the length you want the skirt at the center-back and apply this [ 81 ]