The featured project is a simple dress in a floral print. The lightweight canvas 100% cotton material from the winter natural series has a chic color tone, perfect for clothing for mature women. The ribbon tied at the waist creates a nice accent.
Fabric shown for this sample: YK-56080-1B
tayutou 2018 is now starting.
tayutou is again using ‘things’ and ‘happenings’ in our lives as motifs for five kinds of patterned fabrics and accompanying five-colored solids.
For a collection of stylish bags and pillows created by the designer, Ayumi Toda (aka fabrica uka), click on:
For sewing instructions for this bag, click on:
This Boston bag is perfect for a short trip or as a gym bag. It comes in a unicorn design fabric from the In the Forest series. To go with the pattern that has chic black and yellow accents, gold handles are added to create a mature and stylish look. The light oxford material is practical and convenient as the bag can be folded when not in use.
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We interviewed Anriko about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
What a fun fabric with unicorns and variety of animals! I personally love animal motifs, so I came up with a large Boston bag so that all animals can be featured.
KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
The oxford fabric is soft and it doesn’t normally keep the shape when used for making a large item. At the same time, it can be large yet light and foldable. Taking advantage of these characteristics, I incorporated a design to make it look good even when the bag is not full.
KF: What are some tips for making this bag?
It is large but the process is not that difficult. When sewing the areas with the handles and tab, please make sure to use a larger needle as there will be added thickness.
KF: How should we use this bag in everyday situations?
I intended it to look mature and pop with a black and gold combination. I am sure you will find the bag useful in many ways, as an everyday gym bag and for your summer trips. The handle is long enough to carry over the shoulder, but you could also attach a shoulder belt to a round O ring by not connecting the swivel hook to O ring.
KF: Thank you very much, Anriko! Here are sewing instructions along with step by step photos from her. Enjoy crafting!
Summer festivals, Fireworks display… Yes, we are in the height of summer! This drawstring bag is perfect for a midsummer outing in Yukata (cotton kimono for summer). Featured fabric, K.A.E., is a collaborated series with Kanamorikae, who uses the stencil dyeing method for her textile making.
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We interviewed Anriko about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
The color tones give a Japanese flair and look refreshing. I immediately thought it would look stylish with Yukata. So, I came up with a drawstring bag, which is carried often with Yukata.
KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
The fabric itself is an easy to use cotton linen canvas. To add more Japanese taste, I incorporated the construction often used with Kimono accessories. The cord in the loop creates a pleat and it is made well like a Shifuku (tea accessory carrying bag), helping to produce a puffy silhouette.
KF:What are some tips for making this bag?
You may find it a little challenging to put a cord through the thin and narrow loop. It is made this way intentionally since if the cord is loose, it doesn’t create a nice closure. With the loop though, the bag portion is easy to make with just simple stitching.
KF: How should we use this bag in everyday situations?
The classic patterns and colors are making a comeback for trendy Yukatas. To go with it, a lovely design like this bag will fit nicely. For your travels, you will also find it useful. Whatever it is used for, if you have a drawstring bag, it comes in handy.
KF:Thank you very much, Anriko! Here are sewing instructions along with step by step photos from her. Enjoy crafting!
Here is a special interview with Aco Sakamoto who was the runner-up in the Kokka Print Textile Competition “Inspiration” in 2015. Sakamoto launched her food-themed textile brand named GOCHISOU, upon finishing her master master’s course in textile design. Her latest collection with Kokka, OYATSU, has been available since January 2018. She always intends to create textiles that bring people joy, just like delicious foods make us happy.
I have liked drawing from my childhood; actually I was really good in elementary and junior high school art classes. My passion for art was enough to let myself participate in sketching competitions, including the one I received an award. In the first few years of elementary school, my dream for the future was becoming a painter. As I was getting older and studying harder, however, I came to think I would not pursue a creative career but just go to a regular college.
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Dress with a Back Tuck
Ribbon Bag
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Mini Boston Bag
Triangular Boston Bag
Tote Bag with a Look of Recycled Denim
Drawstring Bag
Round Bottom Bucket Bag
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