Easy Kimono DIY | 4 Steps

Hey guys! Here's another super easy tutorial! I hope you'll enjoy it as much as me. More info bellow:
Fabric measurements: 1.50 (height) x 1.20 (width)
If you wanna make it longer (height) increase the height size from 1.50m to whatever height you want (divide the number by 2 cause your folding the fabric in half!)
Useful links
My camera (Nikon D3400):
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Sewing Machine:
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(These machines are not my specific model, because it was not available anymore, but are basically the same! Great for beginners!)
If you want me to do another DIY just leave a comment bellow!
You can buy this and another kimonos at our Instagram and Facebook page, associated with the brand:
Kimô by The Polkadotter | portuguese handmade kimonos
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[@willow1734]

That paper demo is the very best explanation I have ever seen. PERFECT to understand and SEE Thanks for sharing. Excellent.

[@thepolkadotter]

Hey! Thank you so much!! I'm so happy that you find it easy to understand, really! I'll keep it this way 😘❤️

[@SevenAnomone224]

Agreed. It was very clever and made it easier to understand the process.

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[@egyptianlicorice844]

ahh the paper tutorial made everything so easy to follow! I definitely want to try this!

[@thepolkadotter]

Thank you so much! I think it's an easy way to understand it better too. Hope you enjoy your final result 😘❤️

[@marytapia8024]

Yes. Well done!!

[@mollylindell6009]

One of the best tutorials for a kimono I've ever seen.

[@arselamallick3248]

AMAZING tutorial especially with the paper. That was amazingly helpful for a beginner like me thank you!

[@reallifevixen]

This was absolutely excellent for beginner sewer like me. I can't afford sewing lessons, so I am relying on KZbin, and I could understand this. Have no idea why you don't have more subscribers! Happily subscribing to your channel. Thanks again!

[@thepolkadotter]

reallifevixen thank you so much for your kind words! I'm really really happy that you were able to understand this tutorial!! I guess I have to do more videos to reach a bigger audience. But I'm really happy for your subscription! Thank you :)

[@lgrundy6139]

I used Pinterest as well as youtube to learn. Love that both are free

[@thepolkadotter]

Pinterest lover here too! 😍❤️

[@thepolkadotter]

HEY GUYS, QUICK QUESTION!! Since a lot of you are asking about the neck part what do you think about me making a simple video just showing that part of the process? Thank you so much for your support :))

[@NC-np3wg]

Yes please! And I wanted to ask: can you please tell me what's the type of fabric you used? Thank you 💙

[@kexfx27]

Suuuure, it would be nice!

[@justanotherrandomperson__]

Yes pls

[@ellentaylor5386]

Yes please DIY neck part!!

[@SMartypAntsPants]

Please explain the neck part. I need that video...please, please!

[@abrarhamdy3284]

I have watched many many of kimono DIY’s vids but literally i got nothing , Your way of explanation with paper such an excellent , god bless you , thx ❤️

[@arwaben1141]

I love how you explain the tutorial with paper, it looks way better and easier, FINALLY a clear tutorial ♡♡♡

[@thepolkadotter]

+Arwa Ben eheh thank you so so much!! I'm happy that you liked it and found it easy to understand!! Paper instructions were definitely a good choice! 😘❤️

[@karenlewkowitz5858]

Love this! Straightforward and the paper, then fabric was genius! Now looking for light fabric to try this out!

[@thepolkadotter]

Yes! So glad you liked it!! 😘❤️

[@lusianawaqalevu3577]

i love how you do it on that piece of paper first before you do it on the fabric, it makes it more clear. thank you so much.

[@thepolkadotter]

+Lusiana Waqalevu ehehe thank you so much! I believe it's much easier to understand with the paper, I'm glad you think that too!! 😘❤️

[@TheKoraGal]

I was looking around for these and they are all so cookie cutter so thought they should be simple enough to make and sure enough this video shows just that. One of the best sewing tutorials I have found on KZbin. Very easy to understand and no confusion. Thank you! Will be subscribing.

[@thepolkadotter]

Aww thanks dear!! So happy to read your words 😘❤️

[@angelamasson6357]

This is just too cool! I can’t wait to try making this. I’m still very very new at sewing and a project like this makes me feel so hopeful about taking on sewing as a hobby. Thank you so much!🌺

[@thepolkadotter]

Aww, your comment just made my day! You should definitely try doing this, I’m also a beginner exploring something I love. You should definitely pursue this if you like it 😘🥰

[@alkakindo]

I love the way she explained it. Thank you so much

[@thepolkadotter]

thank you so much! I'm so glado you enjoyed it!

[@Gabriel-qq6gi]

thank you so much, i'm in love with the kimono i made, it's my first sewing piece ever, i'm so inspired to keep creating outfits, thank you from the bottom of my heart 💕🤠

[@thepolkadotter]

hello there! this is the reason why I make videos, I'm really happy that you were able to make it and love it. I would love to see it! Thank you so much for watching! 😘❤️

[@MatSmithLondon]

Hello, I am considering embarking on a project to make a kimono too. Can I ask, do you have any photos of the one you made, or any tips for me? Thanks! p.s. I have no experience with sewing, but I have access to a good machine and a lot of desire to do a nice quality job!

[@GinaRossetti]

Your paper demo is genius! Best sewing tutorial ever! Thanks so much!

[@thepolkadotter]

Awww, thank you so much!! 🥰😘

[@NC-np3wg]

Hi there! I've seen this video about a month ago and I came back to say thank you! I have made a kimono following your steps and I'm very happy with the end result 😊 so thanks again! 😘💙

[@thepolkadotter]

YASS!! So happy to read that!! :)

[@rosesalethaspeaks2649]

For the neck part, I was able to figure it out. Thanks so much, I was so searching for an easy way to make this cardigan or kimono. ❤❤

[@joiea9601]

Thank you so much for taking the time to share this tutorial. I want to make one for both of my daughters for the holidays. ❤

[@thepolkadotter]

Awww you must do that! You’ll love the final result. Thank you so much for your words 😘❤️

[@Jo-chilin]

This seems easy enough thank you! I can’t wait to try and make this

[@thepolkadotter]

Yes! You should definitly do it! :)

[@WedittsPlaythings]

Wow - the paper model makes the instructions so very clear. What an excellent teaching technique.

[@thepolkadotter]

Ehehe thank you so so much dear! 😘❤️

[@ozgesolmaz752]

finally a tutorial that i can understand, thank you so much💕

[@thepolkadotter]

Özge Solmaz thank you so much!! I'm glad you enjoyed it 💙

[@gmasylls2830]

Özge Solmazo

[@sarahmeadows9441]

I love how you do the paper demo then show how to do it.. wonderful job. Thank you. i been wanting to make one.

[@thepolkadotter]

Ohh, thank you! 😘❤️

[@trinafrench2840]

This was the smartest video I've ever seen! Using the paper to show what your doing was very intelligent. Very clever. .

[@thepolkadotter]

Thank you dear!! 😘🥰

[@MTClassicMovieChannel]

Yes, I understand you. Thank you the way you teach this is so clear.

[@thepolkadotter]

Thank you so much, for watching! :)

[@susanberner5177]

I love this! Such Easy instructions--- and beautiful. Thank you!

[@thepolkadotter]

normal woman thank you so much!! I'll come back with more easy tutorials soon 😘❤️

[@samdiz991]

it's funny that it was this easy and i didn't understand till i watched this amazing video

[@thepolkadotter]

Samanta Diz aww!! thank you so so much! I'm so happy that you find it easy, that was really the point! Stay around for more videos! 😘❤️

[@ruthleahd11]

I got some printer paper out and played until I understood each step. Can't wait to try it on some new rayon I just washed. Thank you for the tutorial!

[@thepolkadotter]

Nice!! I'm really glad you enjoyed it! I find it really easy to understand the steps using the paper first!

[@dham1194]

Thank you for making this so simple and possible 💜 ❤🎉🎉🎉😂I was about to say forget this until you came and now I am able to complete my style!😊

[@corpsrid8980]

this video saved me!! I had been struggling to pattern a piece like this and this video is perfect. Thank you for making this, my third attempt on this project will hopefully be my last thanks to this really helpful tutorial!

[@thepolkadotter]

Hey darling!! I'm so so happy to read this!! I really hope you made your kimono and are happy with it! Thanks for the kind words 😘❤️

[@ushio_miso]

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[@tcns3530]

I LOVE LOVE the paper cut tutorial in the beginning fantastic!!!! So much easier to follow and understand at first. Fantastic idea!!!! So Clever and makes it so easy to understand!!! Thank You🥰🥰🥰🥰😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@thepolkadotter]

Oh my! Thank you so so much for your kind words, you’re the best!! 😘🥰

[@thepolkadotter]

Awww, thank you so much dear!! 😘🥰

[@rosesalethaspeaks2649]

Thanks you so much. I was able to make one for my daughter and for my self. This was so easy and quick❤

[@sophiabright8371]

A most EXCELLENT video! Thank you!

[@janellekm]

OMG! That looks easy. Thanks for sharing. 😊

[@katstruk]

Hi how was the neck line stitched? I missed that part.

[@debimills8110]

Brilliant tutorial and using the paper demo made it really easy to understand!

[@thepolkadotter]

Awww, thank you sooo much! 😘🥰

[@myhonneybunches]

Excellent idea showing the process with the paper model!

[@thepolkadotter]

Hey!! Thank you so much. So happy that you enjoyed it! 😘❤️

[@ahonashemonty4209]

I stored some georgette clothes from many days and don't know what will I do with them..Now,I'll make kimonos of them! Thank you sis for sharing this! 😀

[@thepolkadotter]

What a wonderful idea!! You’re the best 😘🥰

[@janellevans878]

What no neck opening? If you do the circle needs to be 1/3 back & 2/3 in the front. Maybe I'm making it too hard, but that's the quick and dirty to create a neck opening

[@shwetadabhi2585]

Excellent explanation... made my concept clear. I felt like putting double likes. THANKS A LOT !!

[@thepolkadotter]

+sweta dabhi aww thank you so much! I'm so happy that you enjoyed it!! Thank you for watching 💙

[@knit1purl1]

Very nice. Would make a great summer cover up. Thank you for the video.

[@thepolkadotter]

Thank you so much for your feedback! 😘❤️

[@LunaLaLove33]

Thank you!!!!!!! I live in these during Summer, now I can make em myself!!

[@thepolkadotter]

YAAASS!! Me too! So happy you liked it :)

[@GabbyArciniega]

thank you so much! this was so much simpler than I thought :D super happy with my new kimono!

[@thepolkadotter]

YAAYYY!! So happy you liked it 😘😘

[@nurhanisnabilah1232]

Can i know what kind of fabric do you use?

[@shannonlooper8674]

Great tutorial! Thank you!!

[@charmenpabaskatipunan8267]

You made it looooook so easy! I wish to learn more! I’m a happy subscriber! 🙏🏽❤️

[@thepolkadotter]

Aww, and I'm so happy to read this! :)

[@theshaynasewsshow8568]

LOVE THIS TUTORIAL! Thank you!!

[@thepolkadotter]

Thank you so much!!

[@getskilledalot3834]

Beautiful! When you say to "zig zag in the extremities", do you mean zig zag stitch in the fabric next to the straight seam (in order to prevent fraying?)?

[@thepolkadotter]

Exactly that! :)

[@Justthefurofus]

Thank you for sharing this video! I loved it and I need to make me one now!

[@thepolkadotter]

You should! Thanks for watching 😘❤️

[@makingiteasywithliz]

Measurements for the sleeves would be helpful, such as where exactly to cut. This leaves me to search out another video that better explains. The paper example was a good visual.

[@hbrebel2656]

the sleeves measurements is just about how large you want them to be

[@thepolkadotter]

You can make them as wide as you want. I made them with about 30 x 30 cm. 😘❤️

[@thepolkadotter]

Yes! That’s exactly it 😘❤️

[@NaveDelAmor]

That depends on how wide the scarf or fabric is

[@Marie0Bee]

@The Polkadotter I made 30 x 30 cm for the sleeves. And the kimono is way too small for me ... I don't understand what I did wrong ... it's seems to be broad on you ... I really don't understand. (PS: i'm french so, sorry if my english isn't perfect ^^)

[@lbraswell9140]

This is a great video! You make it so simple. Thank you 🌟

[@thepolkadotter]

Thaaanks! :)

[@jennysspace3635]

Woow!!!so easy and straight forward.I just subscribed,thank you for sharing and making it easy.....😘

[@thepolkadotter]

Thank you! So so happy that you enjoyed it!! 😘❤️

[@dorib2634]

Perfect!!!! Paper demo was phenomenal...I have some Ankara I'm going to use this tutorial for. Thank you

[@thepolkadotter]

Yes! I’d love to see the result 😘🥰

[@_the.encourager]

Trying to understand how you even have 671 thumbs down. Like how????? This was the best video on Kimonos I have seen. Thank you so much

[@thepolkadotter]

Awww you’re too cute! Thank you so much 😘❤️

[@clarecoventry3441]

Absolutely wonderful. Thank you for making it so easy. Can you tell me the measurements of the area you cut out, please?

[@syedahajraraza7235]

Wow amazing method to make it

[@rubyfirefly2582]

Excellent. Thank you. One note - I would do all the edge hemming first and then sew.

[@thepolkadotter]

Hello there! Yes! You're probably right, it would be easier if done that way. Thanks for the tip!

[@jackiemelcher9020]

Ruby Firefly what do you mean by edge hemming?

[@bingbong5001]

How do you know how much to cut off for sleeves?

[@kelseyaftnfamily_o.o8633]

Best video on this! Thank you very much, saving my so much money!!!!!!

[@thepolkadotter]

Ehehehe isn’t that what we all want? Thanks for watching 😘❤️

[@bunnystiger827]

I loved ur explaination with paper 😍😍😘😘😘😘

[@thepolkadotter]

Aww! Thank you so much!! I’m so glad you enjoyed it 😘❤️

[@cruelladaphoque2816]

You’re an excellent tutor. Keep doing such great vids:)

[@thepolkadotter]

Thank you so much! 😘❤️

[@carolyates484]

Really enjoyed watching that. It is very easy to make. Will have to try making it.

[@thepolkadotter]

You should definitely try it!! :)

[@fkovacs1]

You might want to mention to buy a light fabric, like challis, voile, silky prints, and similar fabrics; medium to heavy fabrics won't drape right, and you can't use a heavier fabric like brocades unless you get some structure into the garment with facings and a lining or underlayment .

[@thepolkadotter]

You’re totally right! I’ll definitely add that to the description. Thank you so much 😘❤️

[@sisinkauchiha9452]

Sorry but if anyone Think this looks like a Real kimono they are mistaking

[@thepolkadotter]

Hello there! Yes, I’ve already said in the comments that this is not a tradicional kimono. But where I live, we can also call this piece a kimono and everybody relates to what it is. Thanks for your comment :)

[@micayla809]

could i use knit

[@gladjum7531]

GREAT JOB!! 😀 It looks amazing! 😍

[@thepolkadotter]

So cute! Thank you so much for watching 😘

[@kimworkman2425]

Really cool video. Simple but informative. Easy to understand. !

[@thepolkadotter]

Thank you so much! 😘❤️

[@joiea9601]

Great demonstration! Excellent explanation. Will be trying soon! Ty for sharing 💓

[@thepolkadotter]

So happy to hear that! Would love to see the final result 😘❤️

[@sisinkauchiha9452]

Does not look like an kimono

[@ghosting3961]

hi, what kind of fabric did you use? is chiffron a good fabric for kimonos like these?

[@suzanwilson2406]

Thank you for this awesome video!! It was very easy to follow!!

[@thepolkadotter]

Suzan Wilson thank you so much! I'm really happy that you enjoyed it! 💙

[@katiashtefec3652]

hi there, is there a video update for this one? was reading on your comments you might share a video showing the neck, and mabe a rounded version of it, is this updated somewhere? mind sharing the link please? thank you this video was really helpful and easy!

[@mrsmuslun6354]

two questions after cutting sleeves did you open it first and the sew it? And how to cut and hem the opening?

[@zoeartrc]

Finally, a brilliant explanation! Thank you so much 😊

[@thepolkadotter]

Awww thank you so much!! 🤍

[@zoeartrc]

@@thepolkadotter ♥️

[@missinggrahamlacher]

Thanks for this super-simple project! I made a practice version of it out of a cotton bedsheet, which isn't as light as what you used. Two problems that I want to fix: puckers in the armpits because of the 90 degree angle (I'll try cutting a curve next time) and the neck. I can't decide whether to also cut a curve at the neck as well and try to hem that or to use a bias tape finish. What do you recommend? I'm sure I could make it work well with the kind of super light, flowy material you used, but I really want to make some that have more heft. Because my bedsheet version had a lot of extra, NOT flowy fabric in the front, I wound up folding it back, tacking the corners at the sideseams and top stitching that toward bottom of the garment, which created a lapel-looking front that I top stitched from the neck down to a certain point and then left open for pockets. It's comfortable and stylish and the pockets are handy. I just need to fix the neck and armpits next time!

[@thepolkadotter]

Hello there! First of all, I would love to see your final result! Then, yes the armpits get a little bit strange because of the 90 degree level cut, if you make it a little curvy it will work much much better. About the neck, I never tryied making it round but I'll definitly give it a shot next time, cause the result will probably be much better too! Thank you so much for watching and spend the time writing your comment! 😘❤️

[@crisenigma]

I love it! Thank you so much for sharing! Much love from Geneva :)

[@thepolkadotter]

Thank you so much for watching!! 😘❤️

[@elfinsbl21]

Best way to adjust for plus size? I see the length adjustment, but what’s the best way to figure out what size you need width wise?

[@theboyleigh]

Couldn't be any simpler... Im buying fabric tomorrow!!!.. Thank you!

[@thepolkadotter]

Aww!! That’s why I make videos, to read comments like yours 😘❤️

[@casawabicat9475]

Fast and easy to follow, wonderful👍 I made my own today😉

[@thepolkadotter]

Ohhh so happy to read that!! 😘❤️

[@honoraryazian]

Hello! I love the tutorial, it was very helpful and easy to understand. I do have a question about the step after you cut the sleeves. To sew the edges together, do you open up the fabric and sew both edges under the sleeves separately? Or do you sew it all together while it's still folded? It seems to me we would have to open and then sew two times. In the video and tutorial though it looked like you only did it once?

[@thepolkadotter]

Hello there! Yes, you have to unfold the fabric and sew the sleeves together, sewing only two layers of fabric and then do it whith the other sleeve. I hope I could help you :)

[@mdanirodrigues]

What type of fabric do you recommend? Thank you!

[@TShaPsalm16]

best kimono diy ive seen!

[@thepolkadotter]

+Teautiful. Thank you so so much!! ❤️

[@TShaPsalm16]

The Polkadotter ur so welc 😘

[@ShazWag]

Thank you, that's wonderful. I love how you use paper to show us how it's done. One question: How much fabric do I need for a size 14? I think you're a couple of sizes smaller than me.

[@thepolkadotter]

Hello there! You could use this measurements or add like 2-3 cms to the initial measurements, I think it would work just fine! :)

[@Peaceandlove13]

simply Beautiful,love 😍

[@thepolkadotter]

Charlene Fergus thank you so much! ❤

[@thepolkadotter]

+Brittany Trujeque-Boyer yes! Definitely. The only difference is the fitting, it can be a little bit more stiff. ❤️

[@sohailahoj755]

I bet the paper demo is better than using the fabric itself. I haven't sewed anything before n I think this is a good start.

[@santirahmawati4456]

Excellent!! Thank's for sharing. 😍😍😍😍

[@thepolkadotter]

Thank you for watching! 😘❤️

[@meittyali9092]

thanks so so much..you make this so easier..big hug from surabaya indonesiaa

[@thepolkadotter]

+Nabila Ali you re too kind!! Thank you so much for your words 😘❤️

[@gsmonico1]

Such a perfect video! Thank you so much. :)

[@thepolkadotter]

+gsmonico1 thank you! So happy to read that ❤😘

[@Alek1533x]

I loved. Excellent explanation.

[@thepolkadotter]

Thank you so much! 😘❤️

[@sheliacard7629]

Very pretty I love it. I can wait until I can make one thank you

[@thepolkadotter]

Thank you for your kind words! 😘

[@mostlywildlife]

Great. I will check out your other projects. Thanks.

[@thepolkadotter]

Thank you so much! :)

[@eiyarez664]

hello.. what kind of fabric you use???

[@lilyfloral696]

Thank you for sharing the tutorial!

[@thepolkadotter]

Thank you for watching it! 😘❤️

[@elizdonovan5650]

Excellent video. Thank you. 🌲🌝☘️

[@bokjoperdana1211]

the papper... omg,,,,, i love the way u explain it ... good job

[@thepolkadotter]

Aww, thank you so much!! 🥰

[@vandreiasilva4845]

Adoro quando fazem miniaturas para explicar, consigo enteder melhor assim. 😊

[@thepolkadotter]

Também acho mais fácil de perceber! E de explicar. Beijinho 😘

[@KimberlyOurlian]

i just started sewing and made my first pair of shorts after about 10 try's. i definitely want to try this!!

[@thepolkadotter]

Yes! You should definitely try it!! :) ❤️

[@KimberlyOurlian]

@@thepolkadotter just made my first kimono, thanks to you!

[@gsnguyen2716]

I love your video… thank you for your video ❤

[@shannonwasserfall5967]

Love the paper explanation.

[@thepolkadotter]

Thank you dear! ❤️

[@zarabees2123]

How many meters or yards do one need to a similar one .? Thanks

[@Nobody_44]

**cackles in demon slayer**

[@aybenahos4497]

Same thoughts 🖤💚

[@roninelenion4805]

Me, too.

[@SerpilnaciAksoy]

8ıöio9

[@leeanneramjohn-washington456]

So you didn't cut out a piece for the neck? How did that fit?

[@mohammadaidilsyafiq6635]

can i ask wgat kind of fabric did u use???

[@monikagill7072]

Wow wonderful.it is sooo easy 🙌👌💯