A full days worth of sewing was worth it.
Pattern altered, partially drafted, with golden wired offray ribbon, gold embroidery -sewn using a basic sewing machine and loads of patience.-, metallic gold felt, gold buttons, hand sewn snaps, gold rhinestones, and hooks and eyes.
Almost a months worth of on and off work...lots of patience and concentration went to attempting as close to the detailing as possible..keep in mind the vest is slightly smaller than the dress form in order for it to fit my body more proportionally!