If the alteration is difficult, then make a duplicate pattern made with newspaper, make all markings and notches on the duplicate, and make the necessary corrections on it. It is a good idea to try out the altered pattern in muslin or old cloth to be sure of the fit. Then alter the original pattern in the same way.

Bound and faced placket 142 For finishing overlap section of the placket, make a � or wider fold to the wrong side of its free edge so that distance from the stitching line to the fold line is the same as the width of the binding on the under lap. Now turn the strip over completely to the wrong side of the garment (as for a facing) and hem or slip stitch the fold to the garment. Work a line of stitches at base of placket catching the under lap and overlap together. This can be done by hand from the wrong side in such a way that no stitches are visible on the right side.