Tutorial: Kimonos for the whole family

Tutorial: Kimonos for the whole family

Mary from Zips & Darts shares a reproduced vintage magazine article showing how to make kimonos for the whole family.  Mom, dad, brother, sister – all can have a hand made kimono!  Kimonos are easy to make, requiring no pattern and using only simple straight seams.  The article comes from a 1956 Woman’s Day.  Follow the link below to go to her post:

Mid-Century Japanese Kimono, from Zips & Darts

[photo from Woman’s Day 1956, downloaded from Zips & Darts]

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The kimono has been worn in Japan for over a thousand years, dating back to the Heian Period.

So, why is the kimono so fashionable these days? Straight fabric cuts are combined to create a garment that will fit every body type. It is easy to wear and sew.

The excellent first sewing lesson. Kimonos are usually made of lightweight fabrics. Kimono shirts are ideal for layering in the summer.

The ideal beginner sewing lesson. Kimonos are frequently composed of light materials. Looking for more patterns and ideas for making your own Kimono top? Check out all our DIY Kimono Sewing Pattern articles.