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 [...]

The illustrations above show bust measurements taken around Body over bra (Fig. 1) Dress form (Fig. 11) Dress or blouse (Fig 3) All 3 figures represent size 16, yet it is important to note that for chest expansion allowance, the dress form (Figure 2) measures 2” more around bust than on figure 1, and that [...]