when drafting a foundation pattern for the human figure, it is not only important to take the necessary measurements, but also to take them correctly. for best results, students should first practice taking measurements, of the dress form (for drafting purposes) before taking measurements of the human figure. first have the person wear a plain dress or blouse, with a high neckline, regular armhole, and plain set-in-sleeve ; then arrange a tape or thin cord around bust and waistline rather closely, as illustrated. before taking the measurements, place pins on the garments at the positions [...]

bodice front 3 waist darts 1) trace the front foundation; then square a line across at top of dart. for the 3 darts, first trace part of the first dart, from a to a-1. 2) mark position for the top of the 3 darts 1” apart between a, b and c. make the space at lower part of the first dart, between a-1 and a-2. 1/3 of the single dart in the front foundation. 3) complete the second and third dart (same size as first), making the space 3/4″ wide between each dart at waistline. [...]

Junior’s Misses and Women’s The illustration show how to take the necessary arm measurements for drafting the dress sleeve pattern For sleeve pattern measurements in junior and misses sizes, see chart below. No seams are allowed. The measurements include about 3” ease allowance around arm (at muscle), and the necessary ease around elbow and wrist. 1) a to b – equals overarm length measurement. draw straight line from a to b. b to c – equals underarm length measurement. mark point c on line a-b (a to c equals cap height or 1/3 of armhole circumference. for [...]