Basic Assembly and Sewing Instructions --- Back Center Zippered Dress

The problem with designing and drafting your own pattern is that instructions for assembly do NOT come with the pattern. Experience and planning are necessary to prevent mishaps. Here is a set of basic assembly instructions.


transfer all markings to the fabric before removing the pattern
stay stitch neckline, armhole and all curved searms to prevent warping
darts
bodice to skirt at waist
zipper -- back center seam
shoulder seams
side seams
neck facing
sleeve of sleeve facing
hems