Roundhem Pullover

Size: Medium　

It is that time of the year when you start to feel the need for a long-sleeved top. The project this week is a pullover shirt with a soft flared hem, featuring Constellation, a double gauze fabric full of an evening sky of stars, from the Trefle Cucito series. The charcoal gray color tone creates a soft impression.

Design & Work: Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample:
P38800-802 (B)

Materials:
□ Outer fabric 108cm wide x 160cm
□ Fusible interfacing (thin) 90cm wide x 20cm

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

Apron Tote

Size: 30cm (l) 41cm (w – at the opening) 27cm (bottom width) 14cm (d)

Today’s project is a tote bag made from a signboard design fabric of the “Show Retro” series.
The bag looks solid in this thicker #8 canvas fabric. It is full of stylish accents like checker design handles, white tape accent on the outer bag and a “MADE IN JAPAN” tag on the hanging pocket. Kanae Nakayama, known for her handcraft item-filled blog, “Hanabana Tanoshii Hi” is here to introduce her creation.

Design & Work：Kanae Nakayama

Fabric shown for this sample:　P38100-101 （A）

Materials:
□　Fabric (Main outer fabric): 90cm×50cm
(Main lining fabric): 50cm×80cm
(Handle outer fabric): 50cm×20cm
(Handle lining fabric) : 50cm×20cm
(Pocket): 20cm×60cm
□ Cotton tape: 2cm wide x 122cm

We interviewed Kanae about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
When I saw this fabric, I thought without hesitation, “I am going to make a Japanese style bag!”
What I had in mind was an apron worn by a delivery person and wanted to create something that depicted a “cool guy.”

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
The design accent is the cotton tape embellishment that emulates the tape on the apron. Also the hanging pocket has a cutout tag that says “MADE IN JAPAN.” It is a fun and playful bag.

KF:What are some tips for making this bag?
While #8 canvas is a thick fabric, it is not stiff and the sewing needle goes smoothly. You will find it easy to sew even with a household sewing machine. I used a thicker needle (#16) and thread (#30) than usual and tried to stitch slowly and carefully.

KF: How should we use this bag in everyday situations?
A casual style, like a white T-shirt and blue jeans will look cool with this bag.

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

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Clutch Bag

Size: 42cm (l) (when opened) 37cm (w)

Characterized by large-sized realistic prints of mushrooms, CARAMEL-CRUNCH★Fabric is turned into a clutch bag. Pop and colorful fabric is decorated with leather and gold rivets, making this bag perfect for mature women. Yui Tamaki, a handcraft artist known for her stylish handmade items is introducing her creation.

Design & Work:Yui Tamaki

Fabric shown for this sample:：CARAMEL-CRUNCH★Fabric H3140-1 (B)

Materials:
□ Fabric (Outer panel A): 110cm wide x 40cm
(Outer panel B (Print)): 40cm×20cm
(Outer panel C (Solid color)): 40cm×20cm
(Lining fabric (Canvas)): 90cm×40cm
□ Leather remnant: your preferred measurement (the sample is about 7cm wide x 30cm long)
□ Fusible interfacing: small piece
□ Rivet: 5 pieces (0.9cm diameter)

We interviewed Yui about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
It is a pretty fabric and has an impactful dot motif that makes it unique.
To distinguish the crisp colors, a simple design fabric is combined.
By utilizing the fabric sideways, you can minimize the remnant and enjoy a lovely mushroom design on both sides.

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
The bag is simple without a gusset or a zipper, and you will find it very convenient!
With an easy flap for opening and closing, it is like using a paper bag.
To make the design look a little mature, a leather strap and gold rivets are added as an accent.

KF: What are some tips for making this bag?
Using a thick fabric like canvas for lining will help make a solid and stylish clutch bag easily.
For rivets, I recommend using a rivet driver. With this tool, you can attach the rivet without making much noise.

KF: How should we use this bag in everyday situations?
It goes so well with simple style clothing!
With the straight shape, books and documents fit nicely.
You may also find it handy to use as a bag-in-a-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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Mini Bag

Size: about 16cm (l) x about 30cm (w) x about 9cm (d) 　※not including the handle
　

Going out with just a wallet and a phone. This is a bag perfect for such a quick outing. A stripe-like design is created with sheep in a tricorn hat here and there, accented with a lovely red hat. A magnetic button is added at the bag’s opening for closure and privacy.

Design & Work: Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample:
　P37400-400 (B)

Materials:
□ Outer fabric: 50cm x 110cm or wider
□ Lining fabric: 40cm x 110cm or wider
□ Fusible interfacing: 50cm x 90cm or wider
□ Magnetic button: 1 pair (15mm diameter)

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

Monochrome

A fabric that makes you want to use for everyday items

For everyday clothing worn in heavy rotations and bags in use daily, you tend to choose monotone items for ease of any styling and combinations…Doesn’t that sound familiar? The featured fabric, Monochrone, is a series of simple fabrics that can be enjoyed in everyday settings. A base color with an addition of only one accent color… this is the image behind the design.

Forest　P38500-500 Broadcloth

This design epitomizes Monochrome. The scenery and animals of the forest are expressed in an etching style. A dress for an adult will look chic and stylish in this fabric.

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Roundhem Pullover

Apron Tote

Clutch Bag

Mini Bag

Monochrome