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Unit 1: Body Measurement
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Demonstrate and practice the proper procedure of taking body measurement ( NTS p14 2c, p15 3a,3c,3e,3g,3h)
LEARNING INDICATORS
IMPORTANCE OF TAKING BODY MEASUREMENT
NB: Measurement can be taken directly on a person or a standard dress form of intended sizes
POINTS TO CONSIDER WHEN TAKING BODY MEASUREMENT
BODY PARTS NEEDED FOR PATTERN MAKING
High bust: measure around back and chest just above bust; Keep the tape parallel to the floor
Chest: Measure the chest 7cm down from the neck point, from armhole to armhole
Bust: Measure the fullest part of the bust.
Centre front bodice length : Measure centre front from base of neck to waistline tape/cord
Front shoulder to waist: Measure from the front of the front shoulder over the bust point to waist
Neck size: Measure the base of the neck touching the front collar bone
Shoulder : Measure from the base of neck to the shoulder bone
Back width: measure the back width 15cm down from the neck bone at the centre back, measure from armhole to armhole
Length from centre back neck to waistline/ Nape to waist: measure from neck bone at the centre back to the cord tied around the waist.
Upper arm circumference : With arm bent, and fist clenched, measure around fullest part of the upper arm
Arm length –shoulder to wrist: with arm bent ,measure from arm socket over elbow to wrist bone.
Wrist circumference: measure around wrist below wrist
C.LOWER BODY MEASUREMENTS
Waistline– measure waist circumference . Allow ease for comfort in wearing finished garment
High hip: measure 3 inches/7.5cm below waistline tape/cord. Keep the tape measure parallel to floor
Hip at fullest part: measure around the fullest part of the lower body about 18/23cm from waist .
Thigh : Slip tape down to largest measure of thighs, keeping tape parallel to the floor
Body rise / Depth of crotch : The subject sit on a hard chair . Take measurement at the side from the waist to the seat / chair
Pants length : Measure from waistline along side seam to desired length for pants
Skirt length: measure from waist to floor at centre front ,centre back, right side and left side. Add hem allowance as needed
High Ankle: measure around the leg just around the ankle
Summary
Accurate body measurements are of vital importance for obtaining best results in cloth construction. Besides good fitting, correct measurements can also contribute towards saving time in constructing a garment. Taking body measurements is a responsible task, which should be undertaken with great care. Measurements can be taken directly on a person for whom the pattern is to be developed or on a standard dress form of intended sizes
ASSIGNMENT ONE
Discuss any five points to be considered when taking body measurement
Discuss five reasons why accurate body measurement is necessary in garment construction
Record a video on how you have practiced the various body measurements. Mention each part and how you measured that part.
Thank you