Allington, Sara May · Boston, D. Estes & company · leaf 36
u shouldnot try to make the garment for her. Before you begin to take the measures, be sure that the patronis standing squarely on both feet. The measures taken are: — i. Waist measure. 2. Bust measure. 3. Neck measure. 4. Armhole measure. 5. Under Arm measure. 6. Upper Front measure. 7. Back… … 34 PRACTICAL SEWING AND DRESSMAKING 15. Side Length of skirt. 16. Back Length of skirt. 17. Hip measure. Waist Measure. — Stand in front of the patron. Place thetape-line about the smallest part of the waist. This measureshould be very tight. Be sure you have the smallest part ofthe waist, and draw…
Sewing · Dressmaking
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