Project of the Month - The Melanie Kimono
Make this beautiful and modern Kimono style by Jalie. The Melanie Kimono is suitable for beginners. An easy project to make, this does not require any complicated fitting or construction. This style can be worn as a cover-up, dressing gown or layering piece. The pattern includes all sizes from Age 2 childrenswear up to size 22 womenswear.
A paper pattern and a video sew-along course for the Melanie Kimono are purchased separately.
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This kit includes a premium Essex Linen Cotton Blend by Robert Kaufman.
Size Range:
Childrens Sizes: Age 2 (21" chest) - Age 13 (32" chest).
Womenswear Sizes: 4 (22" Bust) - 22 (50" Bust).
Difficulty Level:
Beginner dressmaker - easy breezy, especially with my video sew-along.
Included in this kit:
- Robert Kaufman Essex Linen (length depends on size - please see options)
- 1 x Gutermann Sew-All Matching Thread
(If you wish to make a child's size, then please refer to the fabric requirements and order your fabric accordingly - please pop me an email at hello@flyingbobbins.com if you need help)
You may also wish to add:
You will need to sew this fabric with a Light/Medium (70) Universal Needle:
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ADD the MELANIE paper pattern here:
Please select which option you need dependant on the size of Kimono you'd like to make:
Option 1 - Size 4 (33" Bust) to 9 (37" Bust) Includes 3.3m of fabric
Option 2 - Size 10 (38" Bust) to Size 14 (42" Bust) Includes 3.6m of fabric
Option 3 - Size 15 (43" Bust) to Size 22 (50" Bust) Includes 3.9m of fabric