How many yards of fabric does it take to make a Japanese kimono?

For me, 5.5 yards is the right amount for my kimono, with finished measurements at ~175 cm long and ~50 cm sleeves. If you’re not familiar with the vocabulary or basic T-shape of a kimono, this is what it looks like (don’t panic, it’s not as scary as it looks!):

How do you make a homemade kimono?

Cut along the line on the top layer of the folded fabric. After you have marked your fabric, you will need to cut along the line to create the opening for your kimono. Make an even cut down the center of the layer you have marked. Make sure that you only cut through the layer of fabric that you have drawn your line on.

How much fabric do I need for a kimono?

How Much Fabric do I Need to Make a Kimono? For the traditional look, you will need one bolt of fabric for each kimono you are making. This fabric is called tanmono and for women, you need 11 1/2 meters in length by 36 centimeters in width (approx. 35 feet long by 14 inches wide) just for the woman’s version.

How to make kimono slippers?

Kimono Slipper Tutorial Cut out pattern pieces. (A,B,C) Pin shoe top pieces right sides together. (You will have two of the larger and two of the smaller) (B,C) Sew only on the side with the concave curve. Clip corners. Iron right side out. Pin together the straight edges. And sew. {OPTIONAL} Sew around stitched edge to create a finished look.

How to get kimono?

How to Get KIMONO. You can buy kimono from Gofuku-shops (shops dealing in kimono), department stores, antique shops, resale shops, flea markets, mail-order sales, online shops, auction and so on.

How is a kimono made?

The kimono is made by sewing together simple rectangles cut in straight lines from relatively narrow widths of hand woven silks or hemp tailoring, such as that found in western style garments is not used.