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    Quote Originally Posted by longhuntr74 View Post

    Did you use any shoulder pads in your jacket construction? Sleeve cap?
    What type of interfacing/interlining did you use? Any hair canvas?
    I have not done so, but I'd say "yes" to all.

    Here's a very accessible book that describes 3 levels of construction (fusible interfacing, machine sewing, hand sewing). Tailoring: The Classic Guide to Sewing the Perfect Jacket
    Last edited by fluter; 23rd July 10 at 08:06 PM. Reason: spelling
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    gainfully unemployed systems programmer

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