When a fellow sewing blogger I admire launched a kimono jacket pattern, I was so excited for her. I just had to try Emily from Endearing Everyday’s new sewing pattern: The Ana.
I’m also sharing three kimono outfit ideas, because I initially found it difficult to think of ways to wear this kimono jacket. I feel like a beach cover-up is the default option but hopefully, this blog post convinces you otherwise.
A simple linen dress is at the forefront of Japanese sewing pattern design, and this one is just gorgeous. It’s from Yoshiko Tsukiori’s book, Sweet Dress Book. A collection of 23 different Japanese sewing patterns.
Yoshiko Tsukiori is a popular Japanese sewing pattern designer. Many of her books have been translated into English, including Stylish Dress Book, which is where my most recent dress pattern hails from.
Are you a cat lover? Here’s a cute new craft book dedicated to our feline friends. It’s quirky, creative and totally Japanese.
More than 1200 women joined the Little Boxy Dress Sewing Challenge to learn how to make a dress without a pattern. Take a look at some of the finished dresses, access the free tutorial and get on the waiting list for the next free #LBDChallenge!
