Just so you know I have just posted the pattern to this jacket! So if you ever feel like making it you can get the pattern here; thehouseofkimono.etsy.com/listing/1694562970
I've done a costume of my D&D character (who, as a kitsune [in human-form], has some Japanese-inspired elements) for a while. For my job's Halloween this year, there is a fantasy theme. The typical costume I use for her uses a tank-top, but I can't show my scandalous shoulders at work. This was the perfect solution to making the costume thematically work-appropriate on short notice! Thank you! ^.^
Oh Im so happy to have helped, though I must stress that you should never be ashamed of you shoulder no matter how scandalous they are! What fabric did you use?
@@houseofkimono I used a turquoise brocade with white and gold flowers. And thanks! (I wasn't necessarily ashamed, it was more that I was mildly making fun of the dress code. XD)
Oh Im so excited! First of all, thank you so much for the love, next be sure to write if you have any questions and third please show me what youve made! White is amazing for this! What kind of fabric are you using?
Thank you so much for sharing this project/technique! It looks fantastic and it is exactly what I was looking for to make something to have at the office for when I get a chill.
What a great idea! I used cotton poplin which made it really structured so if you want something a little flowy and softer go for a lawn or a voile. Ive got so many pieces of left over fabric to make this with, I have crepe de chine in black that is going to be a dream!
I have just posted the sewing pattern for the jacket to my etsy! It has the cutting method in this video and some variations if you use a narrow width fabric as well as some cool closure options! Im so excited about it! Its taken me months to put together! thehouseofkimono.etsy.com/listing/1694562970
What a gorgeous fantastically chic bolero kimono! Got a beautiful Lady McElroy cotton lawn last year, just the one last meter left. I couldn't find the right project to use my so small fabric on... up until today. So thank you!! Just bought your pattern too 😍 Keep up the good work 👌
Thank you so much and thank you so much for buying my pattern aswell!! This means so much to me! This will be amazing in a lawn like that and lawn is my favourite fabric for basically all my sewing! What kind of print do you have? Its going to be amazing! Perfect with a t and some jeans for brunch! So exciting!
@@houseofkimono ❤ It's the week-end getaway print, you know the one with folks basking in the sun. I'm thinking: why not use different fabric to make the collar and bow? Maybe in orange or green? I do like bold colours ❤🔥🌈
Oh yes! Great idea! The sash is where you use contrast! You can make a stunning outfit when you play with the obi colour scheme! In Japan the tradition is to compliment but never match the obi its fascinating to look at what they choose!
Thank you for sharing this video. I really didnt get a chance to watch the whole thing. But i will watch it from begining to end. Sometime later I would really like to make a kimono. You have a nice day friend.
If you ever want to start with something easy I just today posted the sewing pattern for this jacket to my etsy! Im so excited for it, it took me ages to compose the pattern! thehouseofkimono.etsy.com/listing/1694562970
Awesome channel! This is the inspiration I need to make bolero length jacket to wear with sundresses over the Australian ‘winter’. & add a little dramatic flair to my wardrobe ❤Thank you for mentioning about the silhouette that was really useful information. It is lovely to hear these insights
@@houseofkimono black cotton I have on hand, a bit stiff & sheer, in a good way. I have plenty to experiment with as I am slowly building myself a small mostly handmade wardrobe ❤️ that I love, I understand this will be a lifelong pursuit. Adding & subtracting pieces over time
Great tutorial! My question is, can I create this by keeping the fabric whole, only cutting out the neckline and spacing for sleeves? Is it necessary to cut and make sleeves separate from the body?
Yes, absolutely! It makes an amazing garment when you do it that way and can be really fun to experiment with how wide you make the sleeves! It drapes a little different but its just as glorious! This is such a great and easy sewing project, there are so many ways to do it!
Thank you for replying!💕 I've been looking at traditional kimono, and it seems like it is standard to cut the sleeves separate. But to me, that arm seam seems pointless bc the seam is off of the shoulder and changes the look of the garment vs leaving the fabric whole and appreciating the craftsmanship of the tapestry design. Now, you say this affects the drape... I'm curious as to how... Going to make mini mock ups before I try the real thing on my good fabric, haha. I also want to experiment with sleeve length.
Amazing to hear someone trying mock ups first! This doesnt happen as much as it should. The sleeve seam allows you to have longer flowing sleeves rather than the kaftan version with no seam. So for “furisode” literally, waving sleeves, like you see on a maiko or a geisha you need the seam so the sleeve back can drape and move independently. Omitting the sleeve seam will still have gorgeous drape like a beautiful kaftan but doesnt have that separation and separate movement. Keeping the fabric uncut for the sake of the textile is a great decision! Each project is slightly different. I have never made two the same, there is always something to consider and tweak to get the best result! I cannot wait to hear how it goes!!
Hello! I stumbled across this video and I would love to give this a try! I am completely new to sewing and just wanted to double check the fabric size as I got a little confused (I am in the USA) It sounds like you said 150cm or 60inches, and then is the 1 meter the width? online this looks to be about 40inches. but when I looked at these measurements on my fabric (60in x 40inch) it looked much larger than yours so I wanted to check. Sorry for the very noob question!
Im so excited youre making this! The fabric is 150cm / 60” wide and there is 1 metre of it. I think a metre is pretty much a yard, you may have noticed Im not great at imperial measurements! Hahahahah please let me know how it goes!
I just finished the sewing pattern and posted it today! It has taken me two months since making the jacket and Im so excited about it. Even if you dont buy the pattern on the etsy link there is more info about how much fabric you need and little images of the cutting plan! thehouseofkimono.etsy.com/listing/1694562970
This is such a great way to use leftover fabric, too. Thank you!
Oh Im so happy you have found it useful! Thats exactly it! 1 meter, 1 afternoon, 1 jacket! Thank you so much
Just so you know I have just posted the pattern to this jacket! So if you ever feel like making it you can get the pattern here; thehouseofkimono.etsy.com/listing/1694562970
The Bow is EVERYTHING...
Very CHIC, Thank you!
Isnt it stunning!? Thank you so much! Its so fun to make!
Letting you know that I have just posted the sewing pattern to my etsy! If you ever feel like making it! thehouseofkimono.etsy.com/listing/1694562970
I've done a costume of my D&D character (who, as a kitsune [in human-form], has some Japanese-inspired elements) for a while. For my job's Halloween this year, there is a fantasy theme. The typical costume I use for her uses a tank-top, but I can't show my scandalous shoulders at work. This was the perfect solution to making the costume thematically work-appropriate on short notice! Thank you! ^.^
Oh Im so happy to have helped, though I must stress that you should never be ashamed of you shoulder no matter how scandalous they are! What fabric did you use?
@@houseofkimono I used a turquoise brocade with white and gold flowers. And thanks! (I wasn't necessarily ashamed, it was more that I was mildly making fun of the dress code. XD)
I have a turquoise brocade too!! Oh i bet its stunning! How wonderful
This was such a fun ride! I'm making this in white as we speak!!! Thank you for sharing your talent and excitement!
Oh Im so excited! First of all, thank you so much for the love, next be sure to write if you have any questions and third please show me what youve made! White is amazing for this! What kind of fabric are you using?
@@houseofkimono organic cotton and silk satin :) I love your videos!
You are lovely! Thankyou! Im so excited for you and too see it!
How did it go!? If you need help feel free to ask. Also I made a pattern for it! You can get it here; thehouseofkimono.etsy.com/listing/1694562970
Thank you so much for sharing this project/technique! It looks fantastic and it is exactly what I was looking for to make something to have at the office for when I get a chill.
What a great idea! I used cotton poplin which made it really structured so if you want something a little flowy and softer go for a lawn or a voile. Ive got so many pieces of left over fabric to make this with, I have crepe de chine in black that is going to be a dream!
I have just posted the sewing pattern for the jacket to my etsy! It has the cutting method in this video and some variations if you use a narrow width fabric as well as some cool closure options! Im so excited about it! Its taken me months to put together! thehouseofkimono.etsy.com/listing/1694562970
What a gorgeous fantastically chic bolero kimono! Got a beautiful Lady McElroy cotton lawn last year, just the one last meter left. I couldn't find the right project to use my so small fabric on... up until today. So thank you!! Just bought your pattern too 😍 Keep up the good work 👌
Thank you so much and thank you so much for buying my pattern aswell!! This means so much to me! This will be amazing in a lawn like that and lawn is my favourite fabric for basically all my sewing! What kind of print do you have? Its going to be amazing! Perfect with a t and some jeans for brunch! So exciting!
@@houseofkimono ❤ It's the week-end getaway print, you know the one with folks basking in the sun. I'm thinking: why not use different fabric to make the collar and bow? Maybe in orange or green? I do like bold colours ❤🔥🌈
Oh yes! Great idea! The sash is where you use contrast! You can make a stunning outfit when you play with the obi colour scheme! In Japan the tradition is to compliment but never match the obi its fascinating to look at what they choose!
@@houseofkimono 🤩🤩🤩
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Thank you for sharing this video. I really didnt get a chance to watch the whole thing. But i will watch it from begining to end. Sometime later I would really like to make a kimono. You have a nice day friend.
Oh thank you so much for the kind words! It is so nice to see people enjoying the videos I make!
If you ever want to start with something easy I just today posted the sewing pattern for this jacket to my etsy! Im so excited for it, it took me ages to compose the pattern! thehouseofkimono.etsy.com/listing/1694562970
Awesome channel! This is the inspiration I need to make bolero length jacket to wear with sundresses over the Australian ‘winter’. & add a little dramatic flair to my wardrobe ❤Thank you for mentioning about the silhouette that was really useful information. It is lovely to hear these insights
You are so kind thank you so much! I am moving back to australia in a few weeks! What fabric will you use!?
@@houseofkimono black cotton I have on hand, a bit stiff & sheer, in a good way. I have plenty to experiment with as I am slowly building myself a small mostly handmade wardrobe ❤️ that I love, I understand this will be a lifelong pursuit. Adding & subtracting pieces over time
Oh what a dream! Just gorgeous hand made black cotton things! Amazing!!
Great tutorial! My question is, can I create this by keeping the fabric whole, only cutting out the neckline and spacing for sleeves? Is it necessary to cut and make sleeves separate from the body?
Yes, absolutely! It makes an amazing garment when you do it that way and can be really fun to experiment with how wide you make the sleeves! It drapes a little different but its just as glorious! This is such a great and easy sewing project, there are so many ways to do it!
Thank you by the way for the compliments!
Thank you for replying!💕 I've been looking at traditional kimono, and it seems like it is standard to cut the sleeves separate. But to me, that arm seam seems pointless bc the seam is off of the shoulder and changes the look of the garment vs leaving the fabric whole and appreciating the craftsmanship of the tapestry design. Now, you say this affects the drape... I'm curious as to how... Going to make mini mock ups before I try the real thing on my good fabric, haha. I also want to experiment with sleeve length.
Amazing to hear someone trying mock ups first! This doesnt happen as much as it should. The sleeve seam allows you to have longer flowing sleeves rather than the kaftan version with no seam. So for “furisode” literally, waving sleeves, like you see on a maiko or a geisha you need the seam so the sleeve back can drape and move independently. Omitting the sleeve seam will still have gorgeous drape like a beautiful kaftan but doesnt have that separation and separate movement. Keeping the fabric uncut for the sake of the textile is a great decision! Each project is slightly different. I have never made two the same, there is always something to consider and tweak to get the best result! I cannot wait to hear how it goes!!
I made a sewing pattern for the jacket here; thehouseofkimono.etsy.com/listing/1694562970 it may be easier to adjust with this!
Hello! I stumbled across this video and I would love to give this a try! I am completely new to sewing and just wanted to double check the fabric size as I got a little confused (I am in the USA) It sounds like you said 150cm or 60inches, and then is the 1 meter the width? online this looks to be about 40inches. but when I looked at these measurements on my fabric (60in x 40inch) it looked much larger than yours so I wanted to check. Sorry for the very noob question!
Im so excited youre making this! The fabric is 150cm / 60” wide and there is 1 metre of it. I think a metre is pretty much a yard, you may have noticed Im not great at imperial measurements! Hahahahah please let me know how it goes!
I just finished the sewing pattern and posted it today! It has taken me two months since making the jacket and Im so excited about it. Even if you dont buy the pattern on the etsy link there is more info about how much fabric you need and little images of the cutting plan! thehouseofkimono.etsy.com/listing/1694562970
Oh thats amazing. Thank you so much for getting back to me! I think I will go ahead and by the Etsy pattern :) @@houseofkimono
Oh amazing! Im quite proud of it I must say