Prior to sewing faux fur it is advisable to trim all hairs emerging within the seam allowance in order to prevent tangling and produce sleek pressable seams.

? detachable belt and front-panel for the Red Shirt

Having slice-lines accurately marked with fine white thread, these individually finished pieces are to be sent off to the boutonier to have their buttonholes done.

When pressing seams in velvet without decimating its shine, it is preferable to keep contact with the iron to an absolute minimum, relying heavily on both steam and suction while padding a brush to get the job done.

Luckily, the non-visibility of the lining allows to cut some corners.