Olü Amu is a fabric series with the concept of “weaving” and “knitting.” Featured for this bag is the Mizutamari (water puddle), an opal finishing knit material. The bag’s design with a tube style handle allows you to enjoy the soft and fluffy texture of the fabric.

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We interviewed Mioko about her creation:

Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
This fabric is so soft and has an excellent texture! I was contemplating how I should convey this softness, and came up with this design, a handle with a natural gathering. The addition of white as a lining will help make the see-through patterns look pretty.

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
To create a beautiful gathering, a white linen tube was added to the handle. By moving this tube up and down, you can create a different look. You may also adjust the tube depending on how much items you are carrying inside.

KF: What are some tips for making this bag?
To keep the soft fabric aligned when sewing, it is easier to use extra pins.

KF: How should we use this bag in everyday situations?
Choosing a bold color for the handle tube will work as an accent and adds cuteness.
This bag goes so well with a casual style wardrobe.

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

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This tunic-length blouse will be your heavy rotation item as part of your spring and upcoming summer wardrobe. The matching long scarf in double gauze fabric adds a soft look. Enjoy wearing it in a variety of ways, changing it to match a different style. The featured double gauze, Fall from TUMIKI series, is a lighter fabric with a punching treatment on only one side of the gauze.

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We interviewed KaOrico about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
It has a cool and refreshing look. The material being gauze, I designed something that can be enjoyed from spring into summer.

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
To coordinate the design with a scarf, the neckline is v-shaped. The simple design will complement any kind of wardrobe.

KF: What are some tips for making this blouse?
This gauze with a punching treatment easily frays when making a bias binding
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KF: How should we use this blouse in everyday situations?
How you wear the scarf will drastically change your look. For a still chilly spring
weather, you may put a cardigan over it. In the summertime, you can enjoy
only the blouse without a scarf, or wrap a scarf around to keep you from a
strong sun. Enjoy it in a variety of ways.

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

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