The overdress, cape and hat all utilize a method of construction referred to as "dolly flatlining." The technique is adapted from a similar technique used in human clothing. For dolls, it is a convenient way to line, face and hem. The process is this: cut the seam allowance away from the pattern piece; on the straight grain of the fabric cut two pieces of fabric a little larger than the pattern with their right sides facing. Lay the pattern piece on the stacked fabric and trace all around it with a pencil, or on dark fabric, a white fabric marker. Stitch all the way around the outside of piece, leaving an area in an inconspicuous place to turn the right side out. Make sure all the edges and corners are fully turned. Turn in the seam allowance along the remaining open area and whip closed. Press the item well. Continue with construction of the garment. Doll "flatlining" is even easier if you just trace the pattern without seam allowances onto wax paper with a Sharpie. The wax paper stabilizes the small parts and pulls away easily from the finished piece. Goose Girl costume DOLL NEWS * ufdc.org 111http://www.uFDc.Org