Originally Posted by Glassquilt
Originally Posted by nativetexan
once you find a pattern and want to cut your pieces i suggest you cut first out of cheap muslin and pin or sew together and try on for fit. this will save your dress fabric from any alterations you must make. good luck.
I like to use ¼" gingham for a fitting muslin. I can make alterations and keep the grain straight.
1/4" gingham is good because you also have your measurements right there in front of you. You can just count the squares and see how much you need to add or subtract from the original pattern.