So far I plan on washing all of the fabrics and trims and the batting too. I have to get the pattern onto my dress form to make any adjustments to the pattern before cutting it out Honestly, I probably will have to make adjustments on the dress form too! LOL. I haven't sewn for myself in a long time. I have to pick up some fabric, trims, threads and heavy quilting needles. I need to get the pattern and read the instructions to know what other notions. I do have some barrel closures last I looked. That saves me from fiddley buttonholes.
I am reading all of your tips and taking notes. Thanks ever so much for your input. I already have a bee in my bonnet about a couple of the tips.