2019 January Fabric Catalog – part 2

This catalog contains new designs that were introduced in January 2019.
It features the Kokka Original Series.
It is full of lovely fabrics including the double gauze and animal patterns.
Please also check it out!

Click here for a web catalog:

2019 January Fabric Catalog – part 1

This catalog contains new designs that were introduced in January 2019.
It features the Designer Series and is filled with contents from more new artists.
Please check it out!

Click here for a web catalog:

Sacoche

Size: 21cm (l) 33.5cm (w)

With a red zipper as an accent, this pop-looking sacoche comes in a convenient size, perfect for carrying a long wallet and smart phone together. Echino’s new design, sunny gives you a variety of impressions depending on where you cut it, adding fun to selecting different designs.

Design & Work:Anriko

Fabric shown for this sample:　echino EKX-97020-20a

Materials:
□ Fabric: 70cm x 40cm
□ Fusible interfacing: 8cm x 6cm
□ Grosgrain ribbon: 46cm (2.5cm wide)
□ Tape: 1.3m (0.9cm wide)
□ Vislon zipper: Three pieces (30cm long)
□ Grommet: Two pairs (1.1cm-outer diameter, 0.6cm-inner diameter)

We interviewed Anriko about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
A variety of motifs are scattered around in different color variations. I thought featuring these motifs would be lovely, so I came up with this three-layered sacoche.

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
For a sacoche, it is slightly large with a width perfect for storing a long wallet and a smartphone side by side. The grosgrain ribbon on the sides are attached with fabric adhesive, making it easy for those who are not good at a piping finish method.

KF: What are some tips for making this bag?
The process itself is not difficult. What is important for a nice, clean finish is the first step, cutting. Make sure to find the straight grain and cut the fabric to the exact size. This results in a perfectly sized bag.

KF: How should we use this bag in everyday situations?
While it is still too cold to dress for spring, carrying this cheery and colorful bag will put you in a merry mood. Among the dark tones of winter clothing, the color of this bag will add a nice accent.

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

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Shoulder Bag

Size: about 29cm (l) x about 40cm (w) about 14cm (d – excludes handles)

Made with a fabric from the Natural Life series, this shoulder bag has a fluffy shape with the addition of tucks. The small patterns allow you to enjoy the design anywhere you cut it. This cotton 100% Oxford fabric is easy to sew and perfect for bag making. A perfect match for sewing beginners.

Design & Work:Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample:
　YK-61020-1B

Materials:
□ Outer fabric: 110cm wide x 80cm
□ Lining fabric: 90cm wide x 80cm
□ Fusible interfacing (heavy weight): 110cm wide x 80cm
□ Magnetic hook: One pair (15mm)

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

Triangular Boston Bag

Size: 26cm (l) 33.6cm (w – bottom) 11cm (d)

This lovely triangle shaped Boston bag features the Bird on the ball, a bird motif print from the echino standard series. Applied on the side, the solid fabric from the Solid series is a perfect color match with the echino’s print fabric. The zipper and bias binding tape create an accent by complementing the red of the main fabric. This eye-catching stylish bag will be an essential accent for your fashion styling.

Design & Work: Yui Tamaki

Fabric shown for this sample:　（Panel top outer fabric, Opening outer fabric, Panel bottom lining fabric, Gusset lining fabric） echino standard EKX-90100-100D
（Panel top lining fabric, Opening lining fabric, Panel bottom outer fabric, Gusset outer fabric）echino solid JG-95410-10n

Materials:
□ Fabric（Panel top outer fabric, Opening outer fabric, Panel bottom lining fabric, Gusset lining fabric）：110cm wide×50cm
　　　（Panel top lining fabric, Opening lining fabric, Panel bottom outer fabric, Gusset outer fabric）：110cm wide×50cm
□ Fusible interfacing：90cm×65cm
□ Double fold bias binding tape： 2.5m (2.4cm wide)
□ Zipper: One piece (50cm long)
□ Handle (Artificial leather)： One pair (42cm long)

We interviewed Yui about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
The distinct color and large motifs are unique and stylish. I came up with a unique triangular Boston bag, featuring the bird design as a focal point.

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
Since the overall size of the triangle becomes smaller than a square bag, I allowed for an ample gusset so that the bag becomes more practical in size. This distinct bag is self-standing Boston shaped, making it convenient.

KF: What are some tips for making this bag?
When sewing together the fabric transitions, make sure to use clips or baste the pieces to avoid misalignment.

KF: How should we use this bag in everyday situations?
This is quite an eye-catching bag. You will definitely find it useful whether it is for everyday or for a dressed-up outing.

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

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