I am in the process of sewing four of the fairy tale dresses in different color combinations of silks for my sweet young grandgirls. I have sewn using numerous Oliver and s patterns, they are my favorite patterns. The toddlers love them also. when they wear them, they dance!
On this pattern, I am having a problem understanding the instructions for attaching the lining and the dress at the waist. I followed the instructions by attaching them with a small seam allowance, but now the seam allowances are a little bulky and the bodice seems to roll up a little on the front of the garment. The instructions do not mention pressing them down in a certain direction.
Most patterns instruct the bodice lining and the skirt lining to be attached separately and the bodice lining is hemmed over the seam allowances at the waist. I don't seem to be following this new method correctly. Any input would help.