How to Sew a Velvet Kimono!
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This is Simplicity 1108. Even though we're in the midst of fall here in the South, it's still pretty mild. I love the idea of dressing for fall, but I have to be realistic. So I knew that something like this long kimono (or duster) would be the perfect topper for cooler evenings.
I made another view of this for Mikaela last year, and it's been in constant rotation in her wardrobe. Hers turned out so well, I'd been saying I wanted to make myself one. I decided to use view C, the long version. I knew in the right fabric, it would gorgeous and dramatic.
This pattern only has 3 pattern pieces... talk about a quick sew. And it's the perfect pattern to allow the fabric to be the star. While shopping at Joann Fabrics, I found this amazing Boho Style Burnout Velvet Fabric. My store had 2 bolts, one with this black background and another with a cream background. I love the idea of florals on a dark background for the cooler months and this is just perfect.
Velvet can be a very tricky, sometimes difficult fabric to work with. I've made a few successful velvet projects, so I decided to share some tips that I use that makes sewing velvet an enjoyable sewing experience. Here's my latest Youtube tutorial:
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12 comments
It's very pretty! The perfect silhouette for the perfect fabric!
ReplyDeleteThank you Carolyn!
DeleteErica gurl I love this kimono!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the tutorial. Your instructions very easy to follow. I'm crushing on velvet big time this season.
Glad you enjoyed it Jennifer! Thank you.
DeleteIt's fabulous! The fabric is really perfect for it and so stylish.
ReplyDeleteThank you Nancy! The fabric was such an amazing find!
DeleteGreat job on the video!
ReplyDeleteThank you Elle!
DeleteIs it wrong of me to be lusting after your shoe collection? Oh, and the kimono is lovely too.
ReplyDeleteHa! Thank you Renee!
DeleteThanks for the inspiration and sewing tips - I stopped at my Joann's last night after work and picked up the fabric. I will be making Simplicity 8172 to wear over a basic black dress. I have a wedding Thanksgiving weekend and had no idea what to wear.
ReplyDeleteAwesome! I’m sure it’ll turn out beautifully! Thanks Joen!
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