Celeb Body measurements Watch

3 shoulder to shoulder length. To find sleeve measurements begin by placing your measuring tape in the center of the shoulders just below the nape of the neck. Waist measured slightly below the navel. Taking the measuring tape measure across the top of the shoulder and down to where the cuff or sleeve hem of the shirt should hit. Part of sewing for dummies cheat sheet when you want to sew clothing you start with a pattern. This worksheet shows you how to take and record the seven most commonly used measurements for tailoring and the alteration of mens clothing.

This measurement is done with trousers on. Place the measuring tape at the crotch of the trousers and measure down to the bottom of the ankle. Donot take this too tight. When you buy sewing patterns theres one of either two body measurements you need to look at. Then the horizontal measurements. The idea is that you are trying to make sure that the finished garment will fit around the fullest part of the body.

How to find mens sleeve measurements. Measure again to the bottom of the trousers. Male sewing measurements worksheet. Chest measured under the arms. Record the measurement for the right leg then measure the left leg. Critical measurements for male tailoring alterations include.

Record the measurement for the left leg. It is in this order for the vertical measurements i assume 1 body length. Neck round measure around the base of the neck slightly loose. Determining your pattern size can be a humbling experience because it requires you to measure your body but its an essential step in making sure the finished garment fits properly.