In this episode I join the skirt to the bodice. That involves pulling up and distributing the gathering across the back, top-stitching the waist seam. I can then insert the concealed zip into the left hand seam, complete the seam below the zip and top-stitch.

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Watch the series -

Part 1 - Shirtwaister Dress Sew Along - The Pattern, Fabric, Notions and Start the Bodice

Part 2 - Shirtwaister Dress Sew Along - Construct the Rever Collar, Top-Stitching and Buttoning Up

Part 3 - Shirtwaister Dress Sew Along - Construct the Skirt with Pockets and Front Pleats

Part 4 - Shirtwaister Dress Sew Along - Join Bodice & Skirt, Sew a Side Seam Concealed Zip

Part 5 - Shirtwaister Dress Sew Along - Insert Sleeves, Sew Cuffs and Hem to Finish