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)

◎Sewing Tutorial

◎Sewing Tutorial(PDF format / A4 size)

For inquiries regarding wholesale in North America

Visit our site for the official wholesale distributor of KOKKA fabrics in North America (United States of America and Canada.)

KOKKA’s official online shop information

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

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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Bag with Frills – Free Sewing Tutorial

This lovely bag with frills around the side is perfect as a school or a lesson bag. The fabric used for this bag is from the “Petit embroidery” series. The 100% cotton oxford is easy to sew, making it suitable for sewing beginners.

Design & Work:Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample:YPA-49040-2B

Materials:

Outer Fabric: about 110cm wide x 80cm
Lining Fabric: about 110cm wide x 40cm
Fusible Interfacing (heavy weight): about 110cm wide x 50cm

Size: about 35cm (l) x about 45cm (excludes handles and frills)

◎Sewing Tutorial

◎Sewing Tutorial(PDF format / A4 size)

For inquiries regarding wholesale in North America

Visit our site for the official wholesale distributor of KOKKA fabrics in North America (United States of America and Canada.)

KOKKA’s official online shop information

Drawstring Bag with Ruffles – Free Sewing Tutorial

This is a drawstring bag with cute ruffles sewn all around the sides of the bag. The fabric used for this bag is from the “Dream Girl” series. Flowers and stuffed animals are drawn in soft and gentle colors. The cotton 100% sheeting is easy to handle even for sewing beginners. With the right amount of softness, this fabric is recommended for making a drawstring bag.

Design & Work: Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample: YKA-19000-1B

Materials:

Outer Fabric: 110cm wide x 100cm
Lining Fabric: 110cm wide x 50cm
Fusible Interfacing (lining fabric): 110cm wide x 70cm

Size: about 43cm (l) about 30cm (w) (bag portion only)

◎Sewing Tutorial

◎Sewing Tutorial(PDF format / A4 size)

For inquiries regarding wholesale in North America

Visit our site for the official wholesale distributor of KOKKA fabrics in North America (United States of America and Canada.)

KOKKA’s official online shop information