Blouse with Gathered Neckline – Free Sewing Tutorial

The body and sleeves of this blouse are constructed as one piece, and it can be worn simply on its own or as part of a layered style. The fabric used for this blouse is a lawn 100% cotton from the “Let’s make a blouse” series. This thin and soft lawn material is perfect for making blouses.

Design & Work:Kokka Fabric


Fabric shown for this sample:YKA-19110-1A


Materials:

  • Outer Fabric: about 110cm wide x 160cm
  • Fusible Interfacing (light weight): about 90cm wide x 20cm
  • Button: about 11.5mm side x 1

Size:M
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Vest Style Bag – Free Sewing Tutorial

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This unique bag can be worn like a vest. It comes with pockets that are handy as you wear this while working. The fabric used for this bag, “patch,” is from echino’s second brand series, which incorporates a combination of various shapes into its design. The inorganic motifs and main use of cold color tones make it genderless and versatile to use. The firm, structured cotton linen canvas fabric can be used for a wide range of items, including aprons, throw pillow covers, and small accessories, not to mention bags.

Design & Work: Yui Tamaki


Fabric shown for this sample:EKX-98060-61D


Materials:

  • Fabric (Body Outer Fabric, Pocket): 110cm wide x 90cm
  • Fabric (Body Lining Fabric): 90cm x 60cm
  • Open-type Zipper: 60cm long x one piece
  • PP Tape: 3cm wide x 1.7m
  • Rectangle Buckle, Slide Adjuster: 3cm wide x two pieces each

Size (when used as a bag):27cm (l) 41cm (w)

We interviewed Yui about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
Both the pattern and the color tones give a sharp impression that would be suitable for men. The pink color of the “patch” chosen for this project has a stylish gray-like tone. I wanted to make an item that could be used as a unisex piece.

KF:Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
I thought of making something fashionable, yet still be useful…. This piece has a casual shape like a fishing vest, and the pockets are convenient to use while working. When the zipper is closed, it can be used as a bag, making it a fun design.

KF:What are some tips for making this piece?
The curved lines in the pattern can be drawn freehand as long as they are symmetrical. You can also draw them using a lid of a pot or a plate! Some people may find sewing curves and attaching a zipper difficult, but there are not many processes involved, so it is relatively quick and easy to make this piece.

KF:How should we incorporate this bag into one’s styling?
It has a fashionable look whether worn as vest with convenient pockets or used as an everyday bag.

KF:Thank you very much, Yui! Here are sewing instructions along with step-by-step photos from her. Enjoy crafting!

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Big Tote Bag – Free Sewing Tutorial

This tote bag has a wide gusset, providing plenty of room, convenient as a sub-bag on days when you do a lot of shopping. The corners can also be folded inward for compact use. The fabric used for this bag is from the “Lace×Basket” series. The print that looks like a woven basket is very realistic with a lace pattern as a lovely accent. It is 100% cotton sheeting.

Design & Work:Kokka Fabric


Fabric shown for this sample: YPA-49000-2A


Materials:

  • Outer Fabric: about 110cm wide x 110cm
  • Lining Fabric: about 110cm wide x 110cm
  • Fusible Interfacing (heavy weight): 110cm wide x 110cm

Size: about 37cm (l) about 70cm (w) about 28cm (d) (excludes handles)
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For inquiries regarding wholesale in North America

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KOKKA’s official online shop information

KOKKA_FABRICS
Kokka Fabrics is the official online store run by Kokka USA, Inc. We specialize in printed fabrics but also have a wide range of high-quality solid textiles.
We ship to the United States and Canada from our warehouse located in Torrance, California.

Jumper Dress – Free Sewing Tutorial

A jumper dress, which gives a completely different impression depending on what you wear underneath, is useful if you have one. The fabric used for this dress is a hand-washed cotton linen canvas fabric from the “NUNO TO MONO” series. Without being too thin or too thick, it has a slight tension, organic texture, and you can enjoy the naturally worn wrinkled look.

Design & Work:Yoko Kato


Fabric shown for this sample: YK-510-1D


Materials:

  • Fabric: 106cm wide x 3m
  • Fusible Interfacing: 80cm x 55cm

Size: Body Width 49cm Length 122cm

We interviewed Yoko about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): This time we selected a washer finish cotton linen canvas fabric. Please tell us about the ease of cutting and tailoring when using this material.

The washer finish prevents the fabric from misaligning when layered, and the patterns are easy to place, making the cutting process to be effortless.

KF: What are some tips and tricks to keep in mind when cutting and tailoring?
After pre-washing in water and naturally dried, and during production, place the iron over the fabric softly without forcibly stretching or pressing wrinkles, and only to fix scores from folding.

KF: What are some tips and tricks for cutting fabrics from the pattern?For the body, first draw straight lines on the pattern paper, except for the front and back armholes and the back neckline, according to the pattern measurement. Layer the pattern for the armhole and neckline taken from the third page of the PDF download recipe, and draw curved lines.
For the skirt, since you only need to draw tuck lines on the rectangle, you can do so directly on the fabric with a Chaco liner without creating a pattern.

For more details about the pattern making, please refer to the video. If you are new to sewing, this video is also helpful:
Video tutorial! Dress making from original patterns.

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Three-Way Tote Bag – Free Sewing Tutorial

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This bag can be enjoyed in three ways: as a tote bag with the top open, as a drawstring bag with a closed top, or in a backpack style carried over-the-shoulder. The fabric used for this bag is the [ladder] design from the “MUDDY WORKS by Tomotake”. The pattern, which is a combination of a border and a ladder, is simple, yet has designer Tomotake’s playful spirit sprinkled throughout. The material is 100% organic cotton, which is friendly to both to your touch and to the environment. It is a unique organic oxford material you can use with a peace of mind.

Design & Work:Mioko Sugino


Fabric shown for this sample:EKX-138-1C


Materials:

  • Fabric: 110cm wide x 90cm

Size: 30cm (l) 38cm (w-opening side) 28cm (bottom) 10cm (gusset)

We interviewed Mioko about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?It is stylish with a ladder in a cool border pattern, which also looks cute. This versatile design fabric caters to everyone, so I made it into a tote bag that can be used in a variety of ways.

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
You only need one meter of fabric to complete this project with only straight cutting, folding and sewing. A tote like a drawstring bag which also can be carried like a backpack.

KF: What are some tips for making this bag?
Since the position of the ladder determines the pattern direction, I used two pieces for the outer fabrics by sewing them together at the bottom. But actually, the pattern looks fine from the opposite direction, so I only used a single piece for the lining. If that bothers you, then sew two lining pieces together like the outer fabric. If you do not mind the pattern orientation, you can use a single piece for both outer and lining fabrics.
If using only 1 meter of fabric, sew together two 75 cm pieces to make one long strip. If you are using long enough fabric, you can of course make the strip in one piece, or you can use a rope or other material instead.

KF: How should we incorporate this bag into one’s styling?
Please enjoy it in various silhouettes, such as an open tote, a drawstring bag with a tied top, or in a backpack style carried over-the-shoulder, depending on your styling. Of course, your child can enjoy it as a kid’s backpack.

KF: Thank you very much, Mioko! Here are sewing instructions along with step by step photos from her. Enjoy crafting!

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