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Most antique working woman stays didnt survive so its difficult to know exactly how they were constructed

This may involve selecting outfits that cover the shoulders, chest, and legs, or avoiding clothing that features religious symbols or texts if you are not a part of that religion

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The tutorial includes diagrams for measurements, shapes of pattern pieces, and how to use your measurements to size the pieces perfectly