An FID Gown

I finally decided what to make for my FID Miho.
I found this picture on Facebook, and Charie Wilson and I have challenged each
​other to make a version of it - or something inspired by it - for one of our dolls. 

What's especially interesting about this dress is the layers of fabric, and how there's a wide floral fabric border on the edge of the sheer overskirt. At first I thought the lace layer was on top of the sheer layer, but on closer scrutiny, it appears to be underneath. I think I've found the perfect fabrics....

The nylon tricot isn't nearly as bright a turquoise colour when it's just a single layer. The multi-coloured satin isn't 'floral' but I think it will still work. I just hope there's enough of the lace fabric. I don't think there will be enough for the full length of the underskirt, as there's no way to get more. That's what I get for always being so frugal and just buying a single metre of things I like, but haven't got a definite plan for. So I'll probably have to work out some kind of layering. Maybe with some matching tulle at the top, hidden under the overskirt.

​Anyway, I have to make the bodice first. I traced the pattern pieces onto iron-on interfacing, and ironed them onto some pale green cotton.  Next, I'm layering on the lace and then the tricot on top, and basting them into place, before finally trimming all the edges. Then I can baste the pieces together. I've also traced and cut out the bodice lining pieces, which are also ready to sew together