This is the first bishop dress I ever made. In fact, it's the one I started in my bishop class many moons ago. This smocking plate is a Creative Keepsakes pattern "Heart o' my Heart." I am so surprised the ribbon has held up so well. This dress is nearly 20 years old. The bishop pattern is Ellen McCarn's "The Ultimate Bishop." I also have her yoke pattern and both are quite easy to construct. And using the techniques I learned in my bishop class, I get the perfect neckline every time. The one item I cannot live without is a smock and block guide like this. This is not the one I use, but it's pretty close. Once you have your dress pleated, you'll use this guide to lay out your neck line. If anyone would like a tutorial on this, let me know. I'll post one.
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