Card 31 · Using Patterns
Chest, waist and hips.
The three most important body measurements are chest/bust, waist and hips. Wrap a tape measure around the body at these points. Men, women and children are all measured the same way.
- Chest/bust: the widest part of the chest.
- Waist: just above the hips, where a belt would sit.
- Hips: the widest part of the lower body.
Top tip: The tape measure should be neither too tight nor too loose. It should fit comfortably, like clothing. Make sure the person can take a deep breath.
