Now that the 2nd layer is complete and attached it is time to move on to Layers 3 and 4. Layers 3 and 4 are constructed in the same manner as Layer 2, using godets. These layers will be placed higher up on the petticoat. The godets are larger in size but fewer in number for Layers 3 and 4. (Alterations were later made due to adding a bustle.)
Here are the details. I will also provide the information for Layer 2 so it can be easily viewed for comparison.
Layer 2
Fabric used: Casa Organza White. 58 inch width.
Purchased: $1.27 per yard. Joann+ (Had to purchase 40+ yards for this price)
Amount of fabric used: 7.5 yards
Number of Godets: 12
Godet Radius: 18 inches
Length of Bottom Curve: ≈ 30 inches
Ruffle: Cut 12 Rectangles, 13in x Width of Fabric. One rectangle used per ruffle.
Layer 3
Fabric used: Glitterbug White Pearlized Sheer. 44 inch width. (I might choose the crinkle sheer if I had to choose again.)
Purchased: $3 per yard. Joann+ (Had to purchase 20 + yards for this price)
Amount of fabric used: 13 yards
Number of Godets: 10
Godet Radius: 24.5 inches
Length of Bottom Curve: ≈ 40 inches
Ruffle: Cut 20 Rectangles, 13in x Width of Fabric. Two rectangles used per ruffle.
Layer 4 (Without Bustle)
Fabric used: Casa Organza White. 58 inch width.
Purchased: $1.27 per yard. Joann+ (Had to purchase 40+ yards for this price)
Amount of fabric used: 8 yards
Number of Godets: 8
Godet Radius: 29 inches
Length of Bottom Curve: ≈ 47 inches
Ruffle: Cut 12 Rectangles, 13in x Width of Fabric. One and a half rectangles used per ruffle
Layer 4 (WITH Bustle)
Fabric used: Casa Organza White. 58 inch width.
Purchased: $1.27 per yard. Joann+ (Had to purchase 40+ yards for this price)
Amount of fabric used: 12 yards
Number of Godets: 12
Godet Radius: 29 inches
Length of Bottom Curve: ≈ 47 inches
Ruffle: Cut 18 Rectangles, 13in x Width of Fabric. One and a half rectangles used per ruffle.
Progress
So far all of the godets and ruffles have been cut out. The ruffles have been pieced together and the godets have been stay stitched.
The image shows the Layer 4 organza on the left and the Layer 3 pearlized sheer on the right.
The pearlized sheer is so clear it almost looks like plastic wrap! We will have to wait to see what it looks like on the petticoat. The crinkle pearlized sheer by Glitterbug at JoAnn is not quiet so sheer and also adds a nice look. It was used on the Cinderella version of this dress. It is harder to work with, but I think it adds a nice effect if you want something a little more noticeable.
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