The Dritz 24" Hip Curve Ruler with How-To Illustrations is a versatile pattern drafting and alteration tool designed to help sewists create long, graceful curves with confidence. Ideal for shaping hip and thigh areas, refining lapels, and blending curved seam lines, this upgraded ruler combines professional accuracy with easy-to-use instructional features. High-visibility markings, printed how-to illustrations, edge markings, and underside printing help ensure precision without distortion. Made from durable laser-cut acrylic, this ruler is an invaluable tool for pattern making, garment alterations, and upcycling projects. Item Number: 856 Creates long, smooth, softly curved lines for pattern drafting, garment alterations, and custom design work Printed how-to illustrations show proper ruler placement and common pattern-making techniques for more accurate results Easy-to-see markings are visible on both light and dark fabrics for precise measuring, marking, and tracing Edge markings improve accuracy, while underside printing helps prevent distortion when tracing curves and seam lines Durable 1/8" laser-cut acrylic construction delivers long-lasting clarity, stability, and reliable performance Ideal for shaping hip and thigh areas, refining lapels, and blending curved seam lines with precision Detailed technique tutorials provide additional guidance