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 longer than a straight line between the same two points. If it is a trifle short, spread points G and L until it is exactly the right measure.

Measure on the person from the center-front at the waistline between the legs to the center-back at the waistline. Let the tape measure or cord hang loosely enough so that the person can bend over and sit down comfortably. Subtract seven inches from this measure. Measure one inch less than half this amount and apply it along line AC, measuring from A down and marking point I. Mark point N one inch more than half the remaining amount from B.

Draw a line at right angles from line AC at point I and draw a line at right angles from line BD at N. Measure in on line I an inch and a half and mark point J. Measure beyond point J three inches and mark another point. Draw a line from this last point to G which is the line GH on the diagram. Curve the front edge of the drawers out to point J as indicated by the solid line on the diagram.

On line N measure in one and one-half inches and mark point O. Measure beyond point O four inches and mark a point. Draw a line from this last point to L which is the