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DRESS MAKING - CITS

• Juniors
Physical observations: The young woman’s figure is developed to almost adult maturity with a defined waistline;
high, rounded breast; and shapely hips. The teenager is now ready to wear garments in the junior size range. In
young men, the figure is developed almost to maturity. Muscle is more defined and hips are slim, blending with
the waistline.

Sizes: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, and 13.
Measuring the form
Children, 3 TO 6X; girls, 7 TO 14; and boys, 7 TO 14
All measurements must be taken carefully to avoid errors and fit problems. With the exception of circumference
measurements, only one-half of the front and back form is measured, using the same half throughout for
consistency.
Arc measurements are taken at the bust or chest, waist, and hip areas. Form sizes 7 to 14 have front and back
princess style lines, giving the figure some definition. The 3 to 6X forms do not have princess style lines.
To measure the form, place the metal-tipped end of the measuring tape at a landmark on the form, extending the
tape to another landmark. As measurements are taken, record them on your measurement recording chart.
Torso Circumference Measurements (Fig 1)
• Bust or chest (1): Measure over the chest or bust and across the back.
• Waist (2): Measure around the waist.
• Hip (3): Measure around the widest part of the hip, holding the measuring tape parallel to the floor. Pin mark
the location at the side seam.
Form Preparation (Fig 2)
Place pins through the form to mark the following locations:

• Roll line at shoulder tip.
• Roll line of front and back at mid-armhole (at level with plate screw).
• Armhole depth: Place a pinhead below the plate at side seam of the form, using the measurement indicated
by the size of the form.

• Side Length (7): Measure from the pin mark to below waist tape of the side seam.

Fig 1 Fig 2

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