18. Skirt Length: Measure down the centre back from waist to desired length of skirt (S to V in fig. b) length from waist to floor can be taken at the same time and te difference between the two noted. This difference will give the number of inches the skirt is above the floor level. After taking your measurements compare then with the sample measurements for ladies garments given table. 1. Any measurement which appears too small or exaggerated must be rechecked at once.

3. Gathering using elastic: Gathers can be made by stretching a narrow strip of elastic and stitching on the part of the garment which is to be gathered. 13.6 SHIRRING: Shirring is formed by several rows of gathering. Use shirring only on soft or lightweight fabrics.