Kimono Jacket - Simplicity 1318

Hi There!

It's finally looking like spring in Chi-town. That makes me very happy. So it's a great time to start sewing for spring. Last fall a posted Notes of a Pattern - Kimono Jackets. I'm just getting around to finishing my first one. DD's is on the table now waiting to be sewn. I couldn't wait to show you my new kimono jacket.

Simplicity never gives a detailed description. In this case, the photos on the envelope are an excellent representation of how the jackets look. So I won't bore you with describing "kimono jackets".

This simplicity pattern (1318) comes in sizes XXS - XXL. I made a medium for view C with no fit alterations. 

I did look like the photo on the pattern envelope, except I added fringe to the hem of the jacket. As for the instructions, a piece of cake. Very easy, nothing confusing.

I like everything about this pattern: style and comfort. Great for casual wear as well as evening wear.

I used a mesh knit from Michael Levine. The fringe came from New Rainbow Fabrics on Roosevelt Rd. in Chicago.

Today I will make view D for my daughter. It's slightly different, but is just as easy as view C. I really like how this kimono turned out and am sure I will get plenty of wear out of it in the coming months.

That's all for now. Happy Sewing!
Cennetta

Notes on a Pattern - Simplicity 1318 Kimono Jacket

Kimono style jackets are hot this fall.  They are popping up everywhere.

Rhonda even showcased her version two years ago.  Yes, two years ago before the trend really hit main stream.

 

Simplicity released 1318 this summer.  Initially, I didn't think I liked this pattern.  But the more I looked at it, the more it grew on me.  When I saw Erica B's version, I decided to buy it and give it a try.

This pattern is billed at "easy to sew".  I like view C as worn by the model on the envelope.  It has six pieces and does require (suggest) some hand sewing.  Overall, it does look pretty easy to make and probably won't take a long time to make.

So, this is another pattern of my list of many, many patterns to try.  What do you think?

Happy Sewing and Have a Fantastic Weekend!
C