Specialization in crochet garments

Overview

“In this video, I show you how I take my measurements, without any help. Ideally, we'd have someone available to help us, but that's not always the case. Don't forget to grab your dressmaker's tape measure, a very long piece of string of any kind, a notebook, and a pencil. Let's learn how to take our measurements!”

In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: How to take our measurements, which is part of the Domestika online course: Specialization in crochet garments. Design and weave crochet romantic garments using classic points and light structures for delicate finishes.

Partial transcription of the video

“How to take measurements In this lesson I'll show you how to take measurements. It's very important when designing your own pattern because by following your measurements and the shape you want it to have so your item is comfortable, if you use exact measurements, it's straightforward and you won't have to constantly try on the items. To take measurements, we will use the measuring tape. First, there are three types of measurements: horizontal, vertical and contour, since we are three-dimensional. I encourage you to take the measurements wearing few clothes or if that isn't possible because...”

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Course summary for: Specialization in crochet garments

• Level: Beginner
• 23 students
• 7 units
• 102 lessons (17h 48m)
• 54 downloads

• Category

  Craft, Fashion

• Areas

  Crochet, DIY, Fashion Design, Fiber Arts, Textile Design