Pattern Grading Calculator
Calculate adjusted measurements for grading sewing patterns between sizes. Get proportional adjustments for bust, waist, hip, shoulder, and sleeve.
Inputs
Results
Bust Adjustment
6 in
Waist Adjustment
4.5 in
How to Use This Calculator
- Select the base size and enter the base bust measurement.
- Enter the target bust measurement for the graded size.
- Select the grade rule and the number of sizes to grade.
- Review bust, waist, hip, and shoulder adjustments for each size in the graded range.
- Grade in small increments (1 size at a time) for best accuracy -- large multi-size grades accumulate error.
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