Construction of Butterick 5861 - Part 3 of series

This video documents the construction portion of Butterick 5861 that I completed over several evenings and the long weekend. I chose this pattern because I wanted to work on a project that included fabric manipulation. The front tuck band has strips of bias turned upward in the center of the band and sewn in place. See Part 2 for more details on how to accomplish this. For a cutting-out demonstration see Part 1.
This is a fun project if you are looking for a creative outlet. The pattern instructions are brief so having intermediate sewing knowledge is helpful, or you can follow my video to get a step by step play back. I am happy with the fit of the blouse and plan to make at least one other version, possibly with smocking detail. Thanks for reading and I hope you enjoy watching my video!
Time Stamp
00:00- Intro-Pin and sew bias trim up in center
00:41- Install placket to shirt front
06:30- Baste two gathering rows - shirt back
07:23- Install elastic feature - shirt back
10:05- Still working on back feature
13:05- Elastic smocking feature - shirt back
19:21- Baste two gathering rows top of sleeves
21:03- Pin and sew gathered sleeve to yoke
22:24- Pin gathered sleeve to yoke
27:28- Sew between two basting lines
28:43- Serge seam allowances
31:14- Press as you go - sleeves and shirt
33:33- Attach sleeves to front and back
42:31- More pressing
45:56- Pin and sew front and back together
50:09- Finish neck edge and ties
56:32- Pin and sew binding to neck edge
59:11- Sew sleeve casings
59:39- Turn under ½ inch for hem and sew
1:00:21- Fit of finished garment