Sew the armholes, neck, front edges & bottom edges. Leave the side seams open & pull each side of the front through on each side of the back at the shoulder area. Sew side seams of the vest & portion of lining as far as you can on the machine. Finish the rest by hand with invisible stitches. You will be bundling it some to sew the side seams. I leave the opening under the arm of the lining.

Thanks Joan,,,,its clear now,,,,just couldnt remember!!!