HOW TO READ A MEASURING TAPE LIKE A PRO

📏 How to Read a Measuring Tape (Inches Side) – Tailoring & Sewing Tutorial

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In this video, I give you a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to read and interpret the inches side of a measuring tape. You’ll learn what each calibration means– from the bold inch marks to the smallest fractional lines – and how these measurements are calculated so you never get confused again.

Whether you’re learning to sew draft patterns, or simply want to sharpen your tailoring skills, this tutorial will help you master tape measure reading once and for all.

🧵 What You’ll Learn in This Video:

The meaning of every mark on the inches side of the tape
How inches are broken down into halves, quarters, eighths, and sixteenths
The calculation logic behind each fraction
How to avoid common mistakes when taking measurements
Why accurate tape reading is essential for pattern drafting and garment fitting

⚠️ Why This is Crucial for Tailors & Fashion Designers:
Your measuring tape is the foundation of your craft. A single misread measurement can cause:
❌ Wrong garment fit
❌ Wasted fabric and money
❌ Hours of extra work on alterations
❌ Loss of client trust

When you know exactly how to read your measuring tape, you’ll produce garments that fit perfectly, look professional, and keep clients coming back.

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