Monthly Archives: July 2015

Pouch with a wired-clasp opening

Size: 17cm (l) x 25cm (w) x 10cm (d)

As seen many times as samples in kokka fabric’s textile story column photos, today’s project is a pouch with a wired-clasp opening. Convenient with its wide-open top, this pouch is rapidly increasing in popularity. Yui Tamaki, who is well known for her lovely hand crafted items, has come up with this pouch using Anna Berger’s colorful fabric. A chain and ribbon add a nice accent to the pouch.

Design & Work:Yuki Tamaki

Fabric shown for this sample: Anna Berger JG48500-3(A) (Outer fabric）、JG48500-1（A)（Lining fabric）

Materials:
□ Fabric (Outer fabric, Tab): 80cm×30cm
(Lining fabric): 80cm × 30cm
□ Thick fusible interfacing: 80 x 30cm
□ Quilt batting: 80 × 30cm
□ Zipper: One piece (50cm long)
□ Metal wired clasp: One pair (5cm long x 24cm wide)
□ Embellishment of your choice (Ribbon, Chain, Tag)

We interviewed Yui about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
The clear and large flower design is so impressive that I decided to make a simple and big pouch that features the design to its fullest extent.

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
As the wired top opens wide, it is very convenient and easy to get things in and out. Using a lighter color fabric for the lining helps make it easier to see and identify items inside. The gold chain embellishment makes this look mature yet lovely. Even the edge of the fabric is not wasted. It is repurposed as a decorative tag.

KF: What are some tips for making this pouch?
You can achieve a clean finish by using the interfacing. With only straight line stitching, it is an easy project and makes you want to create more and more.

KF: How should we use this pouch in everyday situations?
With a wide-open top, the pouch stands on its own, so you may find it handy to carry sewing supplies or for cosmetics. This lovely pouch is perfect for travelling, too.

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

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Mini Shoulder Bag

Size: 16cm (l) x 16cm (w) x 4cm (d) ※Excludes shoulder strap
　

Today’s project is a mini shoulder bag. It is slightly larger than a conventional pochette and made with triangles from JUBILEE’s new collection. A geometric design with a combination of triangular rulers and polka dots creates a fun look depending on how the dots appear on the surface. This cotton linen canvas is a perfect fabric for making bags.

Design & work: Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample:JUBILEE JG44100-1 (B)

Materials:
□ Outer Fabric 70cm x at least 110cm wide
□ Fusible interfacing 50cm x at least 90cm wide

Click here for Sewing Instructions (PDF format / A4 size)

Pleated Pouch

Size: about 17cm (l) x about 28cm (w) x about 4cm (d) *not including the handle　　

Like the last project, Irome series of fabric is used again for today’s work, featuring the “Autumn” collection. Irome is a fabric that expresses the changing season through beautiful natural colors. For the main body, a deep purple fabric is used. This hue reminds you of flowers deepening in color and is matched with a same color zipper. Four layers of pleats create a lovely pouffy shape.

Design & work: Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample:
　Irome HFG107-5 (C)、HFG107-1(C)

Materials:
□ Outer fabric: 20cm (at least 110cm wide)
□ Lining fabric: 20cm (at least 110cm wide)
□ Fusible quilt batting: 20cm (at least 90cm wide)
□ Zipper: 1 piece (20cm)
□ Metal clasp: 1 piece (1.5cm wide)
□ “D” Ring: 1 piece (1.5cm wide)

Click here for Sewing Instructions (PDF format / A4 size)

Dress for a Grown-Up

Size: 112cm chest x 90cm dress length　

Winter, spring, summer and autumn – The Irome series of fabrics express the changing season through beautiful natural colors. We are introducing a dress for a grown-up created in summer color tones. The clean image of summer colors themed with blue sky and ocean becomes slightly subdued with the addition of a cobalt deep sea tone. With these colors, this fabric is perfect for making women’s clothing.

Design & work:Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample: Irome HFG107-3 (B)

Materials:
□ Outer fabric 110cm width x 220cm

Click here for Sewing Instructions (PDF format / A4 size)

KID’S Apron

Size: 60cm (w) x 40cm (l) (up to the chest)

Today’s project is a kid’s apron made with Floral Stripes that feature flower motifs in retro color tones as its main focus. Utilizing the floral borders in narrow and wide widths, the finished apron is lovely and looks like a patchworked fabric of floral designs. Masumi Saito, aka sinafuku, who is popular with her cute style of children’s clothing, is introducing her creative idea.

Design & work:Masumi Saito (sinafuku)

Fabric shown for this sample: 　Cascade Stripes P35200-200（B）

Materials:
□ Fabric: 50cm×60cm
□ Gathered lace: 90cm (2cm wide)
□ Double-folded bias binding tape: 80cm (1.8cm wide)
□ Rope: 2m (0.8cm wide)

We interviewed Masumi about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
I wanted to feature the cuteness of the large motifs, so I came up with an apron that can be created with a single piece of fabric.

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
The design is simple and easy to make with very little sewing required. With this design, you can wear it by only tying the ropes around the waist.

KF: What are some tips for making this apron?
You can accommodate a larger size apron by adding more length to the hem.

KF: How should we use this apron in everyday situations?
You may use a satin ribbon in lieu of the rope. Also, by making the frills on the hem wider, you can make the apron look more girly. Please enjoy making this apron!

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

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