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How to Take Body Measurements for Pattern Drafting








When taking Body Measurements, it is important take to take them appropriately and accurately. Remember your Body Measurements are  3 Dimensional but when you are transferring them to paper they are 2 Dimensional measurements. i.e Length & Width. 

You will also need to have the correct tools to accurately document your measurements. Ensure that you are comfortably dressed when taking your Body measurements. If you can get a friend to take them for you that would be great. 

You'll need a Tape measurement to get started.

For the Basic Pattern Drafting Method that You will need to  take the the Following Body Measurements:



                                                  Shoulder Width 


                                                       
                                                  Bust Circumference 



                                                  Waist Circumference 




                                                  Hips Circumference 

                       
                                                  Armscye


                                                  Arm length from shoulder tip to wrist



                                                  Biceps circumference



                                                  Wrist circumference ( Measure over wrist bone )







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