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I receive more requests for tutorials
on drafting patterns to one’s own measurements
than any other topic by far!
So here it is
the first of my lessons on Flat Pattern Drafting
This is the introduction to my Pattern Drafting Series
for Members of my site angelakane.com
Here is a quick run through on taking your own measurement
So first of all you need the measurement around the fullest part of the Bust
This rises a little at the back
This measurement will also be used to determine some of the variables
The true Waist - not too tight
The hip measurement is usually taken about 8 or 9" below the waist
but it must be where the widest measurement is
and take note of how far down from the waist it is
The Back Waist Length
From the bone at the nape of the neck to the waist
Being a petite person myself
I have always appreciated how important this measurement is
Getting it right will solve so many fitting problems
Then Chest Width
Now this measurement will make or break your block
and you may need to experiment if you get it wrong first time
It is taken from about 4½ - 5" from base of neckline
standing nice and straight
The Back Width
This measurement is taken 4 - 4½" from the nape of the neck
so don't stand quite so erect
as you want to allow for a certain amount of stooping with comfort
Shoulder Length
From neck to the edge of the bone on the shoulder
Around Upper Arm
Around the fullest part of the arm with the tape measure in the armpit
Knowing how to take accurate measurements
will start you on the path to creating your own garments
in your own style
and garments that will fit you perfectly
The first series demonstrates drafting the Basic Bodice Block
and it is accompanied by a new eBook
This is a skill that you will never, ever regret learning
So learn Pattern Drafting
Watch the Series on angelakane.com
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twenty five or more classic patterns and three ebooks
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