Graded Measures?

[Cracker Line]

Everyone,

I just got a copy of "The Handbook of Practical Cutting on the Centre Point System" by Devere. I understand everything it has said and what not, but I can't get anywhere beyond the proportionate pattern. It has gotten to the point where to upsize or downsize the pattern I'll need Devere's special Graded Measuring tapes. Where can I get these tapes (if it is possible)? How do I make some if they can't be gotten? How has anyone else who has used this book sized the patterns? Can the patterns be done with the regular inch measure? I'm trying to work on my civilian impression, and would like to draft myself some patterns from the book to use.

Thanks,
Adam Cripps

[BHoover]

Re: Graded Measures?

The graded measure is the heart of his system, and are essential to making it work. Luckily they are very easy to make. What I did was set up a scale in a computer drawing program. If I remember you take the standard breast measurement and call it 18 3/4 or something like that. So, in the program you should draw a rectangle abut 1/2 inch tall, and the length of your breast measurement. Then divide it into 18 3/4 divisions. (probably could call it 19 and not hurt anything.) Then you print out strip (I had to do it in a couple of pieces), tape it together, and use it as a standard measure for the patterns.

I made several garments by his system and found it to work very well. If you have other questions, or if this wasn't clear, please let me know and I can create a picture or something if needed.

[Cracker Line]

Re: Graded Measures?

Mr. Hoover,

Thanks a lot! That's a big help. I'll give it a try. Hopefully, if I can get some patterns fitted right, I can make some good civilian clothing for myself.

Thanks,
Adam Cripps