Body Bag – Free Sewing Tutorial

This crossbody bag is convenient during your outing as it will leave your hands free. It has ample room for your must-have items such as a cell phone and wallet. The fabric used for this bag is “Neon Boy” with a pop French bulldog pattern. It is 100% cotton oxford.

Design & Work:Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample:YPA-39010-2B

Materials:

Outer Fabric: 110cm wide x 50cm
Lining Fabric: 110cm wide x 50cm
Fusible Interfacing (medium weight): 90cm wide x 50cm
Flat Tape: 25mm wide x 50cm
Rectangle Ring: 25mm wide x one piece
Adjustable Slide Buckle: 25mm wide x one piece

Size: about 28cm (l) about 20cm (w) about 10cm (d)

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Two-Way Tote Bag – Free Sewing Tutorial

This tote bag has a simple shape and with a shoulder strap, it can be used in two ways. The fabric used for this bag is “Birds and Flowers” from the “YO fabric” series, in the print “Birds and Flowers.” The design is incorporated from a popular tableware made by Yoshizawa Kiln, a Mashiko pottery kiln. It features bird and flower motifs. The lightweight canvas made from 100% cotton has the right amount of thickness and is easy to handle. It is a perfect choice for making bags.

Design & Work:Mioko Sugino

Fabric shown for this sample:　(Outer Panel, Pocket, Tab, Loop) EKX-1300-1C

Materials:

Fabric (Outer Panel, Pocket, Tab, Loop): 100cm x 25cm
Fabric (Lining Fabric, Opening Fabric, Bottom Fabric(#9.5 canvas)): 80cm x 55cm
Bag Tape: 2.5cm wide x 2m
D Ring, Swivel Hook: 2.5cm (inner diameter) x two pieces each
Adjustable Slide Buckle: 2.5cm (inner diameter) x one piece
Magnetic Hook (sew on type): 1.5cm (diameter) x one pair

Size:21cm (l) 36cm (w – at opening) 26cm (bottom) 10cm (gusset)

We interviewed Mioko about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
The warm impression of the bowl motif gives a pleasant feeling. Its calm colors present an elegant and gentle look. I loved it the moment I saw it. To showcase the design from the tableware, I created a tote with a simple shape, combining it with #9.5 canvas.

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
While it is a simple tote, you can also use it as a shoulder bag. It is filled with subtle convenient features including an inner pocket and magnetic hook closure.

KF: What are some tips for making this bag?
When pressing the seam open, it is best to use an iron for a beautiful finish. Where fabrics are layered (e.g. where the side seam and loop meet), to sew comfortably turn the pulley and do it slowly.

KF: How should we incorporate this bag into one’s styling?
Of course one way to use it is over your shoulder, but it is cute to keep the strap short and let it hang from the bag. It is also nice to make a large drawstring bag with the same fabric and use it inside the tote. This way you can hide the contents and it will look lovely.

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

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Slit Dress – Free Sewing Tutorial

This slit dress is highlighted with a deep slit and a ribbon at the waist. The featured fabric is from the “Natural Garden” series. The elegant botanical pattern gives a soft impression without being too noisy, even with patterns all over the dress. Cotton linen sheeting is also perfect for making clothing.

Design & Work:Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample:YGA-59010-2D

Materials:

Outer Fabric: about 110cm x 260cm

Size:M

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◎Sewing Tutorial(PDF format / A4 size)

Short Length Arm Cover – Free Sewing Tutorial

This reversible arm cover will make your daily cooking more enjoyable. It is easy to use and its short length design is stylish. The featured fabrics are “white clover” and “square” from the MUDDY WORKS series. Both are 100% cotton organic oxford.

Design & Work: Yui Tamaki

Fabric shown for this sample:(Outer Fabric) EKX-135-1C
(Lining Fabric) EKX-136-1C

Materials:

Fabric (Outer Fabric): 90cm x 25cm
Fabric (Lining Fabric): 90cm x 25cm
Cord: 16cm (0.5cm diameter)
Elastic Tape: 1.2m (0.5cm width)

Size:Length 20cm

We interviewed Yui about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
I thought that the gentle feel of white clover would calm our mood, so I created kitchen accessories that we come in contact with every day. I think they will be useful during the season when we wear long-sleeves!

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
The short length is stylish and looks cute hanging in the kitchen. By making it reversible with a plaid pattern, I made it easier to create the opening for the elastic cord. (the plaid pattern serves as a guide when sewing).

KF: What are some tips for making this arm cover?
The part with a tubular shape is sewn from the inside. I hope you find the instruction video helpful.

KF: How should we use this arm cover in everyday situations?
Since it is reversible, I hope your house chores will be enjoyable by switching the pattern you see depending on your mood.

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

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Shoulder Bag With Gusset – Free Sewing Tutorial

This shoulder bag is designed with a shoulder strap that is integrated with a gusset. Stylish fabric with a combination of borders is from the “BORDER BORDER” series. The 100% cotton oxford is easy to sew and recommended for bag making.

Design & Work:Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample:YGA-59000-2B

Materials: