The model of any dress is unique, like its owner. For it to sit perfectly and favorably emphasize the dignity of the figure , while hiding the disadvantages, it is necessary to know how to properly take measurements for sewing a dress. These secrets are known to professional dressmakers, but we will be happy to open them for you.
Important Settings
Removing the measurements for sewing a dress depends on which cut system is shown in your chosen pattern (TsNIISHP, Mueller, Chinese, Galiya Zlachevskaya, Lyubaks, AutoCAD). Often four basic measures are used to sew the dress. The first is the desired length of the product. It depends on the growth (P). To measure it correctly, it is necessary to become even, attach a centimeter tape to the crown and stretch to the heel. Why not immediately measure the length from the shoulder line to a specific mark on the leg? Yes, because ready-made patterns are produced with the expectation of your growth. So, in the CIS countries the standard is the growth of 170 centimeters, and in Europe - 168 centimeters.
The second important parameter is the girth of the chest (OG). Measure it by attaching the tape to the most protruding points (nipples and scapula). Next, measure the waist circumference (OT). In this case, the tape should fit snugly and it should be slightly pulled. The fourth parameter, which is measured when sewing a dress, is the girth of the hips (OB). Apply the tape to the buttocks, making a girth along the bikini line. There is also a more accurate way. To do this, you need a large sheet of Whatman. Wrap it around the abdomen, aligning the edges, and then measure the distance between the marked points.
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Additional measures
For tailoring fitting models or models with a detachable bodice, you will need additional information about the parameters of the future wearer. What measurements are needed to build a pattern of such a dress? When it comes to the construction of the bodice, you need to know the height of the chest (VG) - the distance from the center point in the hollow between the breasts to the shoulder, and also its center (TG) - the distance between the nipples. To sew a dress with a cut-off hem, you will need to measure the length of the transmission through the chest to the waist (DTP), the length of the back through the shoulder blade to the waist (DTS).
Are you planning to sew a dress with sleeves? Then measure the width of the shoulder, the length of the arm from the shoulder to the wrist (arm slightly bend at the elbow), grasp the arm at the junction with the shoulder, girth of the elbow and wrist. Proper removal of measurements is the first step on the way to sewing your dream dress!
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