One of the most important, but oft neglected, aspects of knitting and crocheting is taking accurate body measurements, only this way can you be assured of a good fit for your finished garment.
Most crochet and knitting pattern instructions provide general sizing information, e.g. chest or bust measurements of a completed garment.
Some patterns also include detailed schematics, or line drawings, showing specific garment measurements (bust/chest, neckline, back, waist, sleeve length, etc.) in all the different pattern sizes. To insure
proper fit, always review all of the sizing information provided in a pattern before you begin.
Below are several sizing charts. These charts show Chest, Center Back Neck-to-Cuff, Back Waist Length, Cross Back, Sleeve Length, Upper Arm, Armhole Depth, Waist and Hip. REMEMBER THESE ARE ACTUAL BODY MEASUREMENTS FOR BABIES, CHILDREN, WOMEN, and MEN in both inches and centimeters.
However when sizing sweaters the fit is based on actual chest/bust
measurements, plus ease (additional inches or centimeters).
The chart entitled “Fit” recommends the amount of ease to add to body measurements if you prefer a close-fitting garment, an oversized garment, or something in-between.
Both the FIT and LENGTH charts are simply guidelines. For individual body differences, changes can be made in body and sleeve lengths when appropriate. However, consideration must be given to the project pattern as certain sizing changes may alter the appearance of a garment.
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