Armhole Depth

This is the depth measurement taken away from the body between two levels on your body; the shoulder/armhole level and the underarm level. When you take this measurement, you are determining the depth of your armhole. Most people are surprised to learn that their armhole depth is not nearly as deep as they think it is. An average Size 10 woman’s body may have a physical armhole depth of approximately 5 inches. Of course, this armhole depth is dropped further on the pattern for both the armhole and the sleeve so that the garment feels comfortable, and does not bind the wearer.

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