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Taking Measurements for Women’s Wear

For extra guidance use the following instructions and the diagram opposite. Bust…measure the figure at the fullest point of bust, do not allow the tape to fall at the back. Waist…take this measurement firmly round the waist, make sure it comfortable. After taking the waist measurement tie a string firmly round the waist: this allows [...]

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Fitting Problems

If measurements are taken carefully, the blocks will provide an excellent fit. There are, however, certain figure problems that will require adjustments to the block. It is impossible in this book to cover in depth the problems of fitting difficult figures. However, some guidance is given for correcting common figure faults on the following pages. [...]

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Taking Measurements For Men’s Wear

Taking Measurements For Men’s Wear To be body should be relaxed. The measurements are usually taken when the man is wearing a shirt and trousers. Tie a string or elastic around the waist to establish the natural waistline.

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How To Measure Garments

How To Measure Garments   1. Waist  (Relaxed / Extended) On garments with a waist seam, measure from side to side alonethe waist seam. On garments with a waistband, measure from side to side alone the center of the waistband. Double the measurement. For extended measurements, measure as above with elastic or knit fully extended. [...]

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Garment Components (Styles and Designs)

The garment components are garment parts that require one or more separate pieces to be assembled as a unit. Garment components are the basic sections of garments including top fronts, top backs, bottom fronts, bottom backs, sleeves, collars / neckline treatments, cuffs / sleeve treatments, plackets, pockets, and waistline treatments. Hems may be completed as [...]

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