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05-16-2012, 10:34 AM | #1 |
I♥ my girls Luma+Rosie Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Aggieland, TX
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| How to take measurements? Hey guys...I have been trying to fix Lumas dresses from Bella's Prissy Puppy and its taking the forever just to sew on some extra velcro not only that, I finished one dress and it fits now but the proportionss are so off it looks ridiculous. I'm really upset. Anyway, to ensure this doesnt happen again I got a tape measure and want to take her measurements. How do I do this thhe correct way? Mostly for dresses/dress harnesses.
__________________ Carmen, mama to Luma & my little angel in Heaven, Rosie. |
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05-16-2012, 10:45 AM | #2 |
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| I applaud you for altering Luma's dress. I wouldn't know where to begin. Were you also learning how to knit too? If so, how is that going? |
05-16-2012, 10:55 AM | #3 | |
I♥ my girls Luma+Rosie Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Aggieland, TX
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Oh! And Tony's (bf) grandma told me today she is leaving her sewing machine and all her sewing stuff to me when she passes. I felt very honored. No idea how to use a machine though, I'll have to sign up for classes when the time comes. She has REALLY nice sewing and embroidery machines.
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05-16-2012, 03:01 PM | #4 |
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| Oh how sweet of her. I will need to learn how to sew first before even thinking of embroidery. Don't be upset there is a learning curve to every new task and I learn best from my mistakes anyway. At least you're ahead on winter wear for little Luma I'm still learning how to knit different patterns as we speak, so far I've only got ribbing down. All I can manage is a doggie scarf & a dish cloth I looked into double pointed needles on how to knit socks & beanies, and trust me it looks both complicated and confusing |
05-16-2012, 07:27 PM | #5 |
Donating YT Addict Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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| Hey Carmeow I can imagine how frustrating it must be to get an outfit only to discover that it just doesn't fit. Here is a list of measurements to take before buying your new outfit or spending so much time making one. Neck - Measure around her neck like you would for a collar. Add a little room to make sure its comfortable. Chest - Measure her chest at its widest point, all the way around, which is usually right behind the front legs. Length - Measure along her backbone from the base of her neck to the base of her tail. This is where her collar rests to where her tail meets her bum I hope this helps and I'm sorry to hear that your upset Next time it will be perfect!
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