Portia from Makery shows how you can make this modern kimono cardigan from an oversized man’s shirt. There are actually two shirts involved in this refashion – one for the jacket, and another cut into strips for the contrast banding. Her tutorial includes how to add the contrast banding to the front while achieving a clean finish on the inside.
The Refashioners 2015 – Me (Gulp), by Makery
[photo from Makery]
Looking for swimsuit cover-up patterns and styles? Check out these sewing patterns on Etsy.
Don’t forget to come and join our very own Facebook Sewing group with over 70K members sharing patterns, tips, and advice.
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.
Erika Balban says
really love this!xx
https://justthatdiy.wordpress.com