The work begins!

So I nervously started dismantling the beautiful ivory wedding gown last week. It took me about 2 days to get the bodice removed, the crinoline skirt removed and the main skirt opened up flat. Over the weekend, with the help of my mother-in-law, I cut out my first pieces and started sewing. Before I left Sunday evening, I had the lining attached and the neck and sleeves sewn. While I am excited about what I am doing, I didn't realize it took this much work. I thought I could have a gown done in maybe a day. Hopefully as I get the hang of it, things will move faster. Here is me working hard.