How to Measure Yourself for Good Pattern Fit by Sure Fit Designs

[@FigaroHey]

For a longer skirt length, I reversed the instructions: I put the tape on my leg where I wanted the hem to be, and taped the beginning of the measuring tape to that point, then pulled the rest of the tape up to my waistline and read the final measurement which was then at waist level and easier to see. My result turned out to be the same length as the waist-to-hem length of my favorite skirt, so I'm satisfied that this is reasonably accurate.

[@srivatsaa.r.9936]

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[@faatmajuman5152]

Thank you for sharing this video you are the best teacher God bless you

[@surefitdesigns]

@Faatma Juman - thanks so much for your feedback and lovely comments.

[@sobreira-martyndesign3317]

You made me chuckle when you said Glinda the Good Stitch.... that was cute.

[@glendasparling8896]

Thanks...it's kind of a cute moniker that I've been using since 2014.

[@dixitapatel4283]

I particularly loved the chain and using tape as a hack to find exact measurements. Thanks for this🤩

[@surefitdesigns]

@Dixita Patel - You are most welcome. Thanks for your comment.

[@terrihoerncheno7284]

I like that you mentioned that it is normal to have a bit more fat that you might want on your body. The aspect i don't like about it is that you phrased it as "some of you might have that problem" as in "yea i never had that problem haha" (you probably didn't intend it to be understood that way...) (I am not trying to hate on you, pls only take this as a suggestion to phrase it differently)

[@LaTonyaC]

Omg. This is the best I’ve seen. For someone built like myself this is great since it is very difficult to get commercial patterns. None for us curvy girls who have that hour glass figure

[@jojosewist8921]

Not many for us older scrawny girls either, unless buy girls sizes haha.

[@FigaroHey]

For the shoulder, I put the tape on my shoulder at the top, as instructed, and marked where I could feel the shoulder bone, as instructed. But then, I folded my tape exactly at the 10cm line, and gave it a good crease. I hooked it over the necklace at the crease, so the necklace (in my case, a fairly heavy, but smooth, silver chain) is holding the tape. I pulled down on the bottom of my necklace and made sure that the tape was firmly in place with the necklace right on the 10cm line. Then using my free hand, I moved the tape out to the shoulder 'dot' and took my measurement and subtracted 10cm. Trying to tape it in place, I kept moving it around forward and back and taping my hair and getting measurements up to 2cm different. But just using the necklace to hold the folded-over tape in place, I got the same measurement again and again, and I feel satisfied that my starting point for the tape (at the necklace) was consistent.

[@amymarie6348]

Thank you! I've sewn for over 50 years and I am impressed with your patterns and self-fitting approach. :)

[@surefitdesigns]

You are most welcome.

[@plushyeti1415]

This was super helpful!! I've seen many videos explaining how to make a bodice block, but they never demonstrate how to make the measurements.

[@barbaraferron7994]

What if your back hem is different from your front hem? When I wear a skirt that is even length all around the hem hangs lower in the front.

[@chicfrancisco6845]

I agree that one has to take accurate measurement to get the best result with pattern drafting.

[@TracyMitchell-ze9cd]

I certainly love this

[@wendyb7993]

l love this system and Think it would be good to include the front upper bust and shoulder width into the measurements as it makes so much difference to the fit without having to refit or alter the blueprint afterwards. Had better results first time including these two measurements 🤗

[@surefitdesigns]

In the Bodice Fitting Course DVD - the one specialized for the bodice - I do introduce a couple more measurements to assist in the initial drawing and refinement of the drawing process. Thanks for your comment.

[@srivatsaa.r.9936]

RESPECTED MADAM INSTRUCTOR Just now i watched yr video on HOW TO MEASURE YOURSELF/SURE FIT DESIGN . You have demonstrated/instructed well of all important measurements required to prepare a nicely fit garment with a single exception. You have not shown how to measure ARM HOLE DEPTH and also SLOPE OF THE SHOULDER. Personally i feel that this is an importent measurement required to stitch a fit garment. please explain as this measurement is difficult to correctly measure on a human body. If u have already done this please forgive me for not being attentive while going thro the video. Thanking u once again. VATSA INDIA

[@surefitdesigns]

You are correct - with Sure-Fit Designs we do not take those measurements.

[@jojosewist8921]

@@surefitdesigns are you saying not important at this time or really won't make a difference anyway.

[@surefitdesigns]

@@jojosewist8921 No, I'm not saying those measurements are not important...I'm saying that with Sure-Fit Designs we don't take those measurements and if the Armhole depth or Slope of the shoulder needs to be adjust we do it in the fine-tuning/refinement stage.

[@safurasanusi3133]

So amazone. I enjoyed looping Glenda’s explications and quitte sure to join her son thanks so much. I will surely look all her présentation .

[@suegurney4666]

Thank you Glanda

[@umimode8434]

Many thanks for teaching how to measure body.

[@catherinecasey1009]

I bought package a while ago followed directions but didn’t work as well as I wanted. I used full bust measurement even at armcyse I think I would have been better using high bust measurement can you advise everything else was great . Much appreciated

[@surefitdesigns]

Hi Catherine, please see our customer support page for how to get help with your issue surefitdesigns.com/pages/customer-service-commitment-support

[@lemardyc]

My tops/shoulder seam always slip backwards on my shoulders pulling up the front of my garments. What adjustments should I be making?

[@surefitdesigns]

There could be more than one reason for tops falling back and without knowing your particular posture, it is difficult to advise.However you may find the following two videos of interest and they may help solve your problem Forward Thrusting Shoulders kzbin.info/www/bejne/gn6lZ2SJbpWVmpI&feature=shares Rounded Back Tune Up kzbin.info/www/bejne/in3bnHWKl7enkM0&feature=shares

[@lemardyc]

@@surefitdesigns Thank you

[@Ucatsexas]

Your videos are top notch. This is no exception. Keep em coming

[@mrstukutela5126]

I would love to be able to make the dress on the right side of the mirror. I like the cross-over bodice and the flared skirt.

[@surefitdesigns]

Mrs Tukutela - that dress is a cross-over bodice with an empire waistline and a flared skirt. It is sewn from the Sure-Fit Designs Dress Kit as the main master pattern and the directions for this specific dress design is found in our designing book - Beyond Bodice Basics and can be found here: surefitdesigns.com/collections/fashions-beyond-slopers

[@egutugloria6891]

I need your help I love to sew

[@peterlilley6836]

Glenda this is just what I need,I’ll be useing this again thanks Teresa

[@surefitdesigns]

Peter lilley - Thanks for your feedback. I'm glad this information was of benefit for you.

[@cristinastefan3283]

Thank you for your lessons!A lot to learn for me!Great job!🌹👍

[@glendasparling8896]

You are most welcome - glad it was of help.

[@sheilabernadetteclairemcin1107]

Best video on how to measure yourself 😃😃😃😃

[@glendasparling8896]

Thank you!

[@marthahahn2773]

Excellent instructions. Thank you for teaching.

[@MahrsBar_]

Looking to make my mom a dress for her and this is perfect

[@dioneiachemim3101]

Thank

[@glendasparling8896]

Great explanation of measuring by oneself.

[@Bunny-by9et]

Great system! What pattern is the dress in the background? I love it and would like to sew one for myself

[@baka-eo2wn]

Thanks.

[@grannaboo03]

Thank you for this tips. I think they will help a lot. I my blouses and t-shirts constantly slip towards the left ...would that mean one shoulder is lower than the other?

[@rachel14rod]

You probably lift your right arm a lot.lifting and lowering handbag or holding the rail on the bus

[@colleenpaterson4742]

Love the videos. I always go back to watching you for everything I need to know!

[@andforeman]

"back expansion" lol she found the nicest way to say "back fat"

[@surefitdesigns]

Thanks for the comment...we try!

[@glendajohnson3580]

I would love to get that sewing kit

[@surefitdesigns]

You can at surefitdesigns.com/collections/fitting-sewing-pattern-kits/products/dress-kit-discounted-combos

[@neethawidyarathna5956]

Thank sfoteacx ... .

[@sheryllhansen1852]

Glenda I took a seminar back in the 80’s (I think) I believe back when I lived in CA. I bought everything at that time. Some of it came in a rectangular box. It was destroyed in a flood. I was wondering if this is the product

[@surefitdesigns]

Hi Sheryl, it's a good chance that it was as we did offer public seminars in the '80's (long before the Internet). And yes, at that time we did package the kits in boxes. Sorry to hear of the loss because of the flood. I'd guess you lost lots of other valuable items...what a shame. You can find all the updated versions and new additions to the line at www.surefitdesigns.com

[@surefitdesigns]

Well first of all, big congratulations on your weight loss. I bet you feel 100X better. You should be fine - you will need to do a large arm tune-up, but we have lots of visual help for that. The pants crotch will also need to be modified, but I'm always here to help. However, the best way to reach me is through my direct email as I read the incoming regularly (but don't always get to KZbin for replies). My email: [e-mail]

[@sheryllhansen1852]

surefitdesigns thank you

[@barbaraferron7994]

What if your bust point is lower than your shoulder blades?

[@surefitdesigns]

@Barbara Ferron - the tape measure will most likely end up being at a slight angle downward.

[@damama630]

Do you have any suggestions on the best dress forms or perhaps the worst to avoid?

[@surefitdesigns]

I have a Wolf pants form - it's great but spendy.

[@jog52]

How do I measure from “nape of neck” to waist? Where do I start?

[@surefitdesigns]

Jo Glover - the top of your spine - the prominent bone called the cervical bone - is where you want to start the tape measure.

[@gordanamarkovic8833]

Great and rare video

[@rosiebalberde2791]

Does this apply for men as well?

[@surefitdesigns]

Rosie Balberde - yes most of these measurements apply though they might be taken in a slightly different position depending on where his waist is. This is all cover in our men's instructional package and in the video lessons that accompany the purchase of the package - surefitdesigns.com/collections/fitting-sewing-pattern-kits/products/mens-pants-instructional-package

[@sandrabaskette9937]

Thank you, very informative

[@surefitdesigns]

@Sandra Baskette - you are most welcome...I'm glad this information was of benefit.

[@janedarc1471]

How do you take the back measurement neck to floor ?(alone) to make dresses .

[@searece]

I don't sew, so maybe I misunderstand your comment, but maybe you could take your height then subtract your head and neck length to get such a measurement? I think that might be an equivalent to measuring from your shoulders to the floor.

[@julieoleary9328]

After watching this, I now know that I have never measured myself correctly, thank you Glenda

[@glendasparling8896]

You are most welcome. I'm glad to hear this information of benefit for you.

[@flyingeaglewoman8682]

Thank you for this helpful video!

[@glendasparling8896]

I appreciate your feedback. I'm glad this information was of benefit for you.

[@nubiamendonca2497]

Amei, por causa da tradução 😍😘

[@PeacePikin]

Thank you

[@carolshontere2820]

An excellent video... love it!!.. thank you Galenda

[@surefitdesigns]

Thanks so much for your feedback.

[@anon4518]

thanks for the video, just subscribed

[@fardshahscarborough8937]

Very professional 👏 this was so informative

[@surefitdesigns]

You are most welcome - thanks for your feedback and comments.

[@spaciodecm]

Beautiful

[@JudithInopiquezph]

awesome lots to learnsss

[@senorenapeepers2148]

This is a great tutorial on learning how to measure accurately. So, my question is, however, If I'm going to do this myself, why wouldn't I just go online to a sewing channel and follow instructions for making a pattern block free?

[@surefitdesigns]

@Senorena peepers - Thanks for watching. You definitely can go to a sewing channel and draw your pattern block and do it free. It might turn out...it might not. Or, with Sure-Fit Designs, you plot in your personal measurements onto a master pattern - connect your personal measurement dots (like a dot-to-dot coloring book) - and you'll end up with a personalized body blueprint that generally requires few to no tune-ups...and it will take much less time to draw your personal pattern. You might want to watch our FAQ's video and perhaps this will give you reason to investigate Sure-Fit Designs a little deeper. It's a good thing we all have so many choices...which are yours to make. Here's a link to our FAQs - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iouYmnR_f7Splck

[@senorenapeepers2148]

@@surefitdesigns You don't seem to have confidence in my ability to plot out a master pattern from free instructions by taking correct measurements. Thanks anyway.

[@senorenapeepers2148]

@@surefitdesigns When I was a child I played with "connect-the-dot" books. Now that I am a grown woman, I prefer to know what's what and why I am measuring and tweaking and learn how to create with sewing. So, it looks like your system is not for me.

[@udokaestherazuka5432]

thank you for this video, really helpful

[@arlenebarbarito551]

Wow: Amazing Video..TY!!

[@lauraesquilin5646]

My name is Laura I Love your video I need the name of the Plastic that does not peel THANK YOU and God Bless.

[@gursahibsohi9938]

I like your videos.

[@KP-st5mg]

Love tutorial!!!!

[@surefitdesigns]

Thanks for your feedback.

[@prudenceelpiner2483]

am in kenya, and i would like to know to sew

[@missb9504]

Very interesting

[@lindagraff2484]

Great video

[@surefitdesigns]

Thanks for your feedback - greatly appreciated.

[@merynam4361]

Hi Glenda. Thank you very much for your helpful videos. Could you please tell me if You have a center of formation in Atlanta . Thank you in advance.

[@surefitdesigns]

I'm not exactly sure what you mean by a 'center of formation' in Atlanta. If you mean do we have a Sure-Fit Designs outlet/store in Atlanta, the answer is sorry no. All orders are shipped from Oregon.

[@merynam4361]

surefitdesigns Thank you very much for your reply. But I thought you had a kind of school for sew techniques. I love sew and I wish if I could have a teacher like you, so professional!!!!!

[@aliceabel7604]

I so much love this

[@surefitdesigns]

Thanks so much - I'm glad it was of assistance.

[@aliceabel7604]

You are welcomed

[@imtiyazahmed315]

I want book how much price

[@surefitdesigns]

You can purchase any of the products shown in the videos at www.surefitdesigns.com. The book I show is part of the Dress Kit and can be purchased through this link - surefitdesigns.com/collections/fitting-sewing-pattern-kits/products/dress-kit-discounted-combos

[@maryburt3114]

I used to belong to your newsletter program but you stop sending them to me, what happened?

[@surefitdesigns]

We are still in business. We did a major 'list cleaning' about 3 months ago, you may have inadvertently been removed. You are welcome to re-subscribe. Just go to www.sfdlearningcenter.com and fill out the submission form.

[@anpudanmalini1179]

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[@anietacaden269]

You're great!:)

[@maggiebaidoo2114]

Woo very nice thanks

[@sewindubaialicia8313]

I am so glad I signed up.

[@surefitdesigns]

Alicia - we're glad to have you as a customer too!

[@Dienie00]

How do you measure to know what size bra-cup you are ?

[@FigaroHey]

In the booklet with the dress design kit, you get the standard table for working that out. So this system uses 'as a guideline' the industry standard for measuring yourself for a bra. Take the full measurement across the largest part of the bust, as well as the measurement around the rib cage below the breasts and compare the difference. The larger the difference between the rib cage measurement (basically where your bra band goes) and the measurement of the full bust, the larger your cup size. You can easily find this information online.

[@kskibiski]

Dienie Schnetler

[@saina6171]

Black ninja Lol u got me there

[@staceywright8121]

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[@vishuaggarwal7654]

Hii mam.. can u please tell how do we measure bust dart placement or princess line measurement from centre front/navel button while taking body measurements

[@surefitdesigns]

Please sign up for our Free Princess Line master class here - www.sewfitacademyonline.com/?page=2 as this will give you all the information you need to know about designing princess line patterns.

[@amyjohoppins1087]

F, FF, G, GG, H, I, J, M, Need these cup sizes. I fluctuate.

[@surefitdesigns]

@Amy Jo Hoppins - you can use our Adjust-A-Bust template and enlarge it for any size you need. Not much I can do about your size fluctuation though. See this video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/e53VgqiKZaqJnbM

[@donnarichey144]

I watched Joy measure her bust above the bust around the top.

[@barbaraferron7994]

I think you skipped measuring the neck.

[@surefitdesigns]

@Barbara Ferron - we only take the neck measurement when working with the SFD Shirt Kit. This demonstration was for measuring for use with the Dress Kit.

[@barbaraferron7994]

@@surefitdesigns At 15:20 you started talking about the importance of the neck chain and then at 16:02 you said "Oops and changed the subject, you never got back to explain the reason for the neck chain. I hope you don't mind my asking.

[@dhruvpainuly07]

Pls pls

[@zainylainy1]

You are so tiny! Wow, lucky you!

[@marialivingstone1458]

I think your insinuation and chuckles about heavier women is rude and ignorant.

[@geraldineraguro4068]

thank you