How to Measure Women for Sewing - Are You Doing it Wrong? Watch this Video and Make Sure You're Measuring Yourself Correctly

Ever wonder what your true body shape is? You're not alone. Keep reading to find out your body type.

Really, though, figuring out your own body shape is hard!

Learn how to take your measurements for sewing your own clothes. Cashmerette patterns are designed for curves in sizes 12-32 and cup sizes C-H.

“The first thing you need to do, is take some accurate measurements.” A statement almost always greeted with groans in my sewing classes! It’s a minefield because it taps into women’s insecur…

I see it throughout the community again and again, “I wear a large in store-bought clothes, but the large on this pattern doesn’t fit!” Okay, maybe not that exactly, but something…

This is one of those things that seems really obvious when you’ve been sewing for a while, but is a question i get from beginners all of the time, so i figure its worth a mention! When making yourself a garment there are a few basic measurements you’ll need, and it’s important to get them right: BUST // The measurement around the fullest part of your bust. Ensure that the tape measure is level with the ground and flat, don’t pull too tightly and ensure that you are wearing the bra you will…

How to Measure Women for Sewing - Are You Doing it Wrong? Watch this Video and Make Sure You're Measuring Yourself Correctly