how to take the measurements for chaps

[fleabitpokey]

I have basic chap patterns for small ,medium ,and large. Not many people actually are small ,medium, or large. What I need to know is, how to take the measurements I have and make a custom fit pattern.Where do I start? I assume it is at the waist,but how is it centered on the leg,so it won't twist? Any information will be appreciated.

Thanks Stephanie

[rharris]

I have basic chap patterns for small ,medium ,and large. Not many people actually are small ,medium, or large. What I need to know is, how to take the measurements I have and make a custom fit pattern.Where do I start? I assume it is at the waist,but how is it centered on the leg,so it won't twist? Any information will be appreciated.

Thanks Stephanie

Go to any chap makers web and they should have a page showing where to take measurements. Hope this helps

rharris

[rharris]

try www.cowboysaddler.com/chinks.php. I know there are alot more but could not find them on my bookmarks. if I find more I will post them. Hope this helps.

rharris

[fleabitpokey]

Go to any chap makers web and they should have a page showing where to take measurements. Hope this helps

rharris

rharris,thanks so much for the link to Cowboy Saddlery. The measurement photo really is a help,thank you.

Looking at the different saddle makers,oh man, there just aren't words for how awesome they are. I really love Steve Mecum's style of carving. Chester Hapes,has some of the most beautiful designs I have ever seen. Gives me a couple more stars to shoot for.

Thanks Stephanie

[rharris]

rharris,thanks so much for the link to Cowboy Saddlery. The measurement photo really is a help,thank you.

Looking at the different saddle makers,oh man, there just aren't words for how awesome they are. I really love Steve Mecum's style of carving. Chester Hapes,has some of the most beautiful designs I have ever seen. Gives me a couple more stars to shoot for.

Thanks Stephanie

Stephanie

I found a chap making vidio at http://www.pvsaddleshop.com/index.html. I have not viewed it but it might help.

rharris

[fleabitpokey]

Stephanie

I found a chap making vidio at http://www.pvsaddleshop.com/index.html. I have not viewed it but it might help.

rharris

rharris,again the lead is much appreciated. Not only the chap video,but a couple others will be added to my ..learning tools.

Thanks Stephanie

[bruce johnson]

Stphanie,

Another source for this video is www.gibsonprorodeo.com. The business is run by Bruce Gibson, a frequent and good contributor to this forum. It is a pretty good video, showing my age sorry, it is on DVD now. Comes with a set of patterns. I think Bruce has all the Pleasant Valley videos, and can fit you for a pretty good bullrope if you decide to make rodeo chaps and take a walk on the wild side.

From the other Bruce,

Bruce Johnson

[fleabitpokey]

Stphanie,

Another source for this video is www.gibsonprorodeo.com. The business is run by Bruce Gibson, a frequent and good contributor to this forum. It is a pretty good video, showing my age sorry, it is on DVD now. Comes with a set of patterns. I think Bruce has all the Pleasant Valley videos, and can fit you for a pretty good bullrope if you decide to make rodeo chaps and take a walk on the wild side.

From the other Bruce,

Bruce Johnson

Bruce,thanks for the link,I have it bookmarked. And if only I wasn't to old to walk the walk.

:biggrin: Thanks Stephanie

[Blake]

Hello Stephanie

First off, I really like your Handle.

If I understand correctly, You are looking for the information as to how to measure and then lay out a custom pattern starting from scratch.

The PV tape or CD on making chaps covers the construction but not the actual pattern making.

It is not too complicated once you get the basics. I don't have a scanner but if you want to contact me off list I will be happy to discuss getting a diagram to you and discussing the variables involved.

It sure would make a nice online clinic for someone to do.

Kind Regards

Blake

cowography101@earthlink.net

[fleabitpokey]

Hello Stephanie

First off, I really like your Handle.

If I understand correctly, You are looking for the information as to how to measure and then lay out a custom pattern starting from scratch.

The PV tape or CD on making chaps covers the construction but not the actual pattern making.

It is not too complicated once you get the basics. I don't have a scanner but if you want to contact me off list I will be happy to discuss getting a diagram to you and discussing the variables involved.

It sure would make a nice online clinic for someone to do.

Kind Regards

Blake

cowography101@earthlink.net

Thank you Blake, and you are right,it would make a great clinic. Thanks Stephanie