How to Sew a Long Kimono wither Zipper Sleeves

If you’ve been eager to make your long kimono design, from scratch. You’re in luck here! This step by step guide will walk you through the process of crafting a kimono with zipper sleeves just the way you like it. Be it for fashion or function purposes.This DIY project is suitable, for both novices. Seasoned seamstresses to enjoy and master together.You’ll discover how to utilize our kimono template to fabricate a garment that exudes elegance and sophistication.

Step 1: Download and Prepare Your Pattern

The first step in making your long kimono is to download the free pattern. You can find the link in the description below. Once you have the pattern, print it out and cut it to your size. Make sure the scale is correct by checking the size on the 3-inch square included in the pattern.

Step 2: Adjust the Length of the Kimono

Make sure your kimono has sleeves by extending them by 14 inches, for a gathered fit with the zipper closure and add a 13 inches to the body length since this kimono is longer than the original design pattern.Finally to determine the length you desire for your kimono measure from your back neck down, to where you want it to end.

Step 3: Create the Patch Pockets

We will switch from using the side seam pockets to patch pockets of them for a new look and functionality, in the design process. Sketch out the outline of the patch pocket. Neatly fold it over to create the hem for the pocket area. Ensure that the pocket hem measures half an inch when folded neatly; take your fabric and cut one inch initially before folding it and trimming it accordingly to ensure everything sits smoothly in place.

Step 4: Cut Out the Fabric Pieces

It’s time to start cutting out all the sections, for your kimono ! Be sure to mark all the notches and place a notch at the center to make it easier for alignment on down the line when sewing everything together. Cut out the front piece as well, as the back piece and sleeves while making sure they all align with the same grain line.

Step 5: Sew the Shoulder Seams

After cutting all your fabric pieces to size and shape them as needed for the project, at hand – whether it be a garment being sewn together with seams and hems finished it’s time to move on to the step of the process; sewing everything together! Start by stitching the shoulder seams and attaching the piece using a half inch seam allowance for a clean finish. Once these initial seams are sewn securely in place with precision and care taken throughout each step of the process far – ensuring accuracy in measurements along every stitch made – proceed by pressing any back seams before folding over as necessary preparation for future steps ahead, in this sewing adventure!

Step 6: Prepare the Hem for the Pockets

Before stitching the edges, on the sides of the garment piece with pockets attached to it in place; we must first complete the pocket details by pressing the fabric, along the hemline to create a neat finish – starting with a one inch fold followed by an additional half inch fold before securing them in place with stitches running down each side of the pocket fabric piece.

Step 7: Add the Trim

For a look, on your kimonos edges. Give it a clean finish by attaching some trim to them securely with pins before sewing it down with top stitches for an improved appearance of your kimono ensemble.

Step 8: Attach the Pockets

Lets now secure the pockets onto the front of the kimono by aligning them with the notches and ensuring they are positioned a 16th of an inch, from the edge of the fabric piece. Stitch along the bottom. One side of each pocket while leaving the side unsewn.

Step 9: Add the Back Trim

Up is cutting a 7 inch section, for the back trim. Folding it approximately an inch before top stitching it onto the center back of the fabric piece while ensuring alignment, with the notch for a straight finish before sewing it in place.

Step 10: Gather the Sleeves

Make sure your sewing machine is set to the stitch setting and stitch two lines along the edges of the sleeves; one, at 1⁄the other, at 1⁄inch intervals Pull the threads gently to gather the fabric until it matches the length of the zipper for a fit.

Step 11: Attach the Zipper

Now that the gathers are all set up nicely in position it’s time to secure the zipper in place. Attach the zipper tape to the gathered edge of the sleeve making sure it lines up smoothly with the bias tape. Carefully stitch the zipper into position ensuring that everything looks neat and tidy.

Step 12: Sew the Sleeves to the Body

Now carefully align all the edges. Join the sleeves to the part of the kimono using a 1 inch seam allowance while being cautious, around the zipper section to prevent any needle damage.

Step 13: Complete the Side Seams

Align the side seams. Underarm seam carefully, before pinning them securely for sewing the kimonos body with a 1 inch seam allowance.

Step 14: Hem the Bottom and Sleeves

To complete the kimono outfit nicely; sew the hem and sleeves neatly by folding them up an inch and then folding again for a polished look; top stitch all around to keep the hem secure in place.

Step 15: Press and Finish

After you finish sewing your kimono and carefully press it to smooth out any wrinkles for a polished and professional look. There you have it. Your very own elegant long kimono is ready to wear with pride!

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