The raised bodice is fitted and connects to skirt by the front waist band and underarm gussets

folk costumes

drawstrings fit the bodice firmly to the bust and tie at center back

20 cm zipper (concealed or coil)

and different dyeing methods are described in detail in this richly illustrated book

Merchant & Mills - Quilted Cotton Jacquard - Soft Stitch - Compote pattern-overalls The raised bodice is fittedA warm cinnamon orangey brown color. This layered cotton has running stitch pattern and a jacquard weave that gives it a quilted look and feel. There is no batting in the middle of this cloth; the inside is made up of a series of thicker yarns which gives it the quilted feel. We advise securing raw edges before sewing to prevent fraying. Ideal for throws, quilts, quilted jackets, sweatshirts, oversized cushions, and smaller cosmetic bags. Soft Stitch