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Sewing: Kimono
6 kudoz

Kimono

Pattern Info

Pattern info for this project can be found here:
Simplicity 4080 Kimono »

Instructions

You can check out more pictures at my blog:
http://jordannhall.blogspot.com/2011/11/kimono-simplicity-4080.html

This pattern is actually exceptionally hard to understand in certain places. If you have any questions, feel free to comment here or on my blog and I'll get back to you.

Difficulty:

Category: Sewing

Type of item: Costume

For: Women

Style: Goth, Mod, Rock / Punk, Holiday, Victorian / Steampunk, Funky


Materials

Polyester, sew in interfacing, fusible interfacing, broadcloth, cotton, cord, boning, batting

What was your inspiration?

My friend (pictured) wanted it for christmas.

What are you most proud of?

I'm proud that I got it done. This kimono was pretty terrible to make. Simplicity's directions often left me utterly confused.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Be very familiar with working with patterns before you attempt this pattern!

 

2 comments

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Mrs E on craftsy.com
Dec 05, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I tried to make one of these by the Simplicity pattern. It looked like a choir robe lol. Yours looks awesome!
winkblink on craftsy.com
Nov 16, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Well, it came out looking outstanding! you go girl!