Tutorial 1: Simple Kimono Wrap- version2 - CLICK HERE
Please email me if you have trouble downloading the file.
This pattern is for personal or gift use only, not for commercial or retail use. Please do not sell items made from this pattern. Please do not modify a part of this pattern and post it as your own. Additionally, taking this pattern, translating it into another language and posting it on the internet as your own work will eventually be found out, so please don’t do that either.
Posting of this pattern on another website without my permission is forbidden.
Please feel free to post your completed kimono wrap photos in the Flickr Group
Please feel free to leave a comment if you have an idea or need a little help turning them into reality
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October 21, 2008 at 8:00 am
Louise
Hi
I’d live to make a kimono for my new niece, but can’t work out how to download the pattern.
I’d appreciate any help.
Thanks
Louise
October 21, 2008 at 11:59 am
habitual
Hi Louise,
Just click on the words “Simple Kimono Wrap – Version 2″ and it will automatically download. It is a very large file and takes a while. If you are on dial-up, it will REALLY take a while.
If you are still having trouble, email me directly and I will send it to you.
afinlarc at yahoo dot com.
October 23, 2008 at 3:13 am
Astrid
Hi Amy – I just wanted to tell you that my kimono made from your pattern (this one: http://flickr.com/photos/65739667@N00/2848588400/ ) just made it into the Flickr Explore. Since it’s partly your doing, I though you should know!
October 23, 2008 at 8:13 am
habitual
Astrid – did you add it to the Flickr Kimono group?
http://flickr.com/groups/816319@N21/
I love your fabric selections – outstanding. I’m updating the pattern for long sleeves! And – and…..the reversible kimono/coat is coming!!!!!
October 28, 2008 at 1:10 am
Valko206
Thank you for sharing your wonderful ideas!
I’m currently making another kimono wrap but with french seams. I loved them so much from the sundress. I’m a novice at sewing and some of my first few projects were from your patterns.
October 28, 2008 at 11:46 am
habitual
Good Valko!
You will find that french seams do not work with inverted corners (such as the kimono). But, you could do it with a set-in sleeve.
More patterns are forthcoming!
November 9, 2008 at 2:54 pm
With the Fruit of Her Hands » Sewing pajamas
[...] seen the Habitual kimono pattern around the internet before, so thought I’d use it for the boys pj’s. Yesterday, I [...]
November 12, 2008 at 4:22 pm
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[...] are made with the same Habitual kimono pattern I posted about the other day. This time I attached snaps, but used a hammer to do it instead of my [...]
November 13, 2008 at 6:58 am
GOT SIDE TRACKED « Over The Top Originals
[...] stumbled on a cute as kimono pattern on the blog Habitual.. I have an abundance of funky fabrics in my stash that I can just see in [...]
December 24, 2008 at 12:51 am
Johanna
I just went through your site. I was directed to it via craftster.org and I am absolutely amazed with how talented and well-versed you are. Keep up the wonderful work. You are awe inspiring!
December 27, 2008 at 11:03 am
habitual
Thank you so much Johanna! I love getting comments like that
January 5, 2009 at 1:27 am
thelongthread.com · Top 100 Tutorials of 2008
[...] Made Eve Softie Toy, Instructables Child’s Tent, Boutique Nutmeg Designs for Sew, Mama, Sew Kimono Wrap, Habitual Toadstool Cottage & Mushroom House, The Little House by the Sea Growth Chart, [...]
January 5, 2009 at 2:13 am
thelongthread.com · Top 100 Tutorials of 2008
[...] Made Eve Softie Toy, Instructables Child’s Tent, Boutique Nutmeg Designs for Sew, Mama, Sew Kimono Wrap*, Habitual Toadstool Cottage & Mushroom House*, The Little House by the Sea Growth Chart, [...]
January 5, 2009 at 1:01 pm
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[...] downloaded this pattern from Habitual. It is great because it goes from infant sizes all the way up to size 8. [...]
January 9, 2009 at 6:03 pm
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[...] Maya Made Eve Softie Toy, Instructables Child’s Tent, Boutique Nutmeg Designs for Sew, Mama, Sew Kimono Wrap*, Habitual Toadstool Cottage & Mushroom House*, The Little House by the Sea Growth Chart, [...]
January 14, 2009 at 7:37 pm
Hsin
I can’t wait to try this tutorial for a friend’s new baby! I have a question about seam allowances – seems like you use 1cm? Are these factored into these size measurements or not? So for Dimension C for the smallest size – does 16-inches include 2 seam allowances or not?
January 15, 2009 at 8:12 pm
habitual
Seam Allowances are included, Hsin. Feel free to let me know if you have any other questions and enjoy the pattern!
January 20, 2009 at 8:28 am
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[...] Maya MadeEve Softie Toy, InstructablesChild’s Tent, Boutique Nutmeg Designs for Sew, Mama, SewKimono Wrap*, HabitualGrowth Chart, UnraveledFive Stones: Japanese Bean Bags, Honey & DaisyFelted Sweater [...]
January 24, 2009 at 5:29 am
The One About Inori » Blog Archive » Oh Gosh! I Sewed Again!
[...] a pattern from Habitual, I made this Kimono styled top for [...]
January 24, 2009 at 9:35 pm
Meggan
Hi- I was wondering what the yardage needed is…I couldn’t find it on the pattern itself, but maybe I’m missing it…
Thanks!
January 27, 2009 at 9:38 pm
Georgia
I’ve been searching and searching for a simple pattern I can convert to a hospital gown for my little girl. (the hospitals gowns are awful, itchy and ugly, plus they’re not very convenient when your child has IVs monitors and all kinds of things hooked up) I hope you don’t mind if I play with the pattern a little bit. I’ll let you know how I get on and send you a picture of the finished gown if you want.
February 2, 2009 at 11:53 am
(Into) the Fray » Blog Archive » For Lucy Lourdes
[...] find didn’t include a pattern–just instructions. Adjusting the measurements from a kimono top pattern on Habitual’s beautiful blog was surprisingly easy–besides which, I’m sure [...]
February 3, 2009 at 4:27 pm
Michaela
Hi! Thanks for sharing this wonderful and easy tut/pattern. I was approached today about making one of these for a school function in 3 days. Thanks for taking the “hassle” out measuring and patternmaking for me.. I will be sure to join your flickr group and post the picture of the finished product!
February 7, 2009 at 1:03 am
clippit
hello there..
how are you today? i hope you are fine.
i tried to download the pattern.. but i cant open it…could you please email it to me… really appreciate it…thanks..
February 14, 2009 at 3:43 am
Valentinus « Craft Ahoy!
[...] take any excuse for gifting. Below is the baby kimono wrap I made for my goddaughter. The free tutorial is great, with sizing from newborns to 8-year-olds. I had the bias binding strip (Moda’s In [...]
February 14, 2009 at 10:01 pm
I am domestically challenged
I just wanted to say thank you for posting this tutorial – it’s really kind of you to share this. I really enjoyed making the kimono and my daughter looks so cool in it (well, I would think that, wouldn’t I). Thanks again.
February 25, 2009 at 11:03 pm
Mona
Thanks SO much for this wonderful pattern and your attention to detail. I whipped one out for my daughter in no time. Also, I adjusted the size for a Preemie baby shower next week. Very easy to do and so simple. I really appreciate you!
February 27, 2009 at 1:51 pm
habitual
Thank you everyone!!!! I am so glad you are enjoying the pattern!
February 28, 2009 at 7:11 am
Tipnut’s Picks: 43 Free Baby Patterns & Projects : TipNut.com
[...] Simple Kimono Wrap: Very cute, download the pdf pattern from the link right underneath the title (it’s marked Tutorial 1: Simple Kimono Wrap – Version 2). [...]
March 4, 2009 at 10:54 am
Jan
Hi,
Thank you for this tutorial. I think it looks great. I am not an experienced sewer but do plan to give it a try. Can you tell me what kind of fabric is needed? Is it cotton or knit?
Thanks so much.
Jan
March 4, 2009 at 3:06 pm
habitual
Hi Jan,
I recommend woven cottons, not knits. But you could also use fleece or wool for a winter version!
March 7, 2009 at 10:07 pm
You grow up and learn that kinda thing aint right « Chicken Betty _ life from scratch
[...] seeing. This past fall I had found 2 great pillow cases and I just waited till I found the right pattern. Nothing is cuter than babies in kimonos, and yes, that is my homemade bias [...]
March 17, 2009 at 3:53 pm
Nicole
this is wonderful! choosing my fabric tonight!
March 23, 2009 at 3:11 pm
barbara
do you sell the kimono pattern? my daughter would like me to sew a few kimono style gowns for her newborn daughter and i tried to follow your instructions but i became frustrated. I’m thinking an actual pattern might work better for me.
March 23, 2009 at 5:43 pm
habitual
Hi Barbara – feel free to email me. I can figure something out to help you!
afinlarc@yahoo.com
March 26, 2009 at 9:03 am
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[...] haven’t sewn in a while, but when I saw the super cute, super easy Kid’s Kimono over at Habitual, I knew it would be my first foray. I wasted approximately a yard and a half of [...]
March 30, 2009 at 10:27 am
Greta Hill
Hi, I love the sundress and kimono patterns, but I have been unable to download them. Would you mind emailing them directly to me? I have two daughters (and a son) and would love to make these for my girls. I would greatly appreciate it! Thank you!
March 31, 2009 at 1:18 am
Jennifer
Is there a missing link on this page? I don’t know where to click to get to the pattern for the kimono. Thank you so much!!
March 31, 2009 at 6:31 am
habitual
At the very top, click on the words ‘habitual kimono wrap- version 2′.
April 2, 2009 at 8:15 pm
Tracy
Thank you! I made one for a soon to be born little girl http://madquilter.blogspot.com/2009/04/baby-kimono.html
April 4, 2009 at 11:39 am
Zonnig verjaardagssetje « Prutsen’s Blog
[...] zag het modelletje voor het eerst bij meisjesmama en paste dit een beetje aan. De tutorial kan je hier vinden. Als eenjarige kan je niet genoeg bavetjes hebben, dus maakte ik er één van badstof en als [...]
April 7, 2009 at 9:22 pm
Lizzie
wow that is cute!! Anyone have any ideas for a pant (maybe with a bit of flare) that would be cute with this top AND what do you think about doing this in a knit? TIA
April 7, 2009 at 10:40 pm
Ria
Hi, I made one for my niece too. thank u for the superb pattern.
April 8, 2009 at 6:39 pm
habitual
A knit would be adorable – it should transfer easily. I’m not familiar with sewing knits, so I’m not sure.
Thank you Ria!
April 11, 2009 at 3:50 pm
Shanna
I just made one out of pink toile and it turned out very cute. Just a suggestion for the directions, you might want to indicate the width of the fabric strips that you need to cut for the binding. I started with one inch strips thinking I would get 1/2″ binding which I did, but once you sew it on it becomes 1/4″ which is too skinny.
Thank you for such a fun and easy project! I can’t wait to make more out of different fabrics.
April 14, 2009 at 4:48 pm
Maria
Hi,
I love this pattern. It is the cutest thing. I don’t have children but was thinking of making this for a friend’s newborn. Do you think it would be appropriate for a boy? Everyone seems to be commenting that they are making it for girls. Thanks!
April 14, 2009 at 6:53 pm
habitual
Absolutely it’s for boys – I made a ton for my nephew and many people in the Flickr group made some for boys!
It’s all in the fabric…. Stripes, checks, patterns…. colors. Just go ‘boy’ and you can’t go wrong. My nephews are 6 and 8 years old and they still ask me to make them kimonos!
April 15, 2009 at 12:23 pm
amandajean
i just made one today. i’ll be linking to your tutorial. thanks so much!
April 15, 2009 at 3:48 pm
Heather
These kimonos are so beautiful! I can’t wait to make one for my five-year-old! Thanks for sharing this great tutorial!!!
I found this link on One Crafty Place.
April 16, 2009 at 5:19 am
Rowena
Hi I’ve made a long sleeve one for my daughter based on your pattern (using my own measurements). I’m just wondering if this style can be worn like a normal top or it has to be pyjama? (Might be a stupid question but it does look like a PJ to me!)
April 19, 2009 at 7:13 am
De beginnende naaister « Prutsen’s Blog
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April 19, 2009 at 8:44 am
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April 20, 2009 at 3:14 pm
boule2laine
really easy to do. I didn’t managed to post my kimono on flicker…
thanks!!
April 21, 2009 at 9:17 pm
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[...] shirt is the Kimono shirt from Habitual only I lengthened the sleeves since is was winter. I used the fabric line from The Very Hungry [...]
April 30, 2009 at 10:46 am
Bindu
Thanks for the pattern, I made 2 kimonos just like the pattern for lil kids and then used it to make a kimono dress. Love ur blog
May 3, 2009 at 1:17 am
Jenny
I am having difficulty downloading the pattern!!
Thanks,
Jenny
May 3, 2009 at 12:45 pm
mag33
Hello
I would like to link your kimono tutorial on my blog (list of tutorial for kids, french). It’s just a link with one photo and off course your name and the name of your blog.
Can i use one picture for my blog ? Are you OK ?
Thanks
marianne
ps. your kimono is very very nice; good job !
May 3, 2009 at 1:55 pm
habitual
Thanks Marianne, you are always welcome to link to the pattern. And feel free to use a photo.
May 3, 2009 at 8:02 pm
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[...] of top. But maybe you don’t! So here is a link I found for a free pattern. It is very pretty! Click here to visit the site. Tags: kimono top, tutorial link This entry was posted on Sunday, May 3rd, 2009 at 8:02 pm and [...]
May 10, 2009 at 3:26 am
nina
Thank you soooo much ! I will begin it for my 2 girls
May 13, 2009 at 12:35 pm
Irazú
Hi. I really want to do this kimono but i can’t download the file. How can i get it?
May 21, 2009 at 5:19 pm
Lia
I did it! I made two for my identical twin nieces, one year old now.
I changed the pattern slightly to fit them and made it a few inches longer, but the directions and pattern worked well. Thank you!
These are the finished kimonos: http://tiny.cc/J5PRt
And this is a picture of the girls wearing ‘em: http://tiny.cc/Tn5lO
May 21, 2009 at 6:29 pm
habitual
Oh my….they are adorable!!! Those cheeks! Thanks for adding to the Flickr pool too!
May 22, 2009 at 1:35 pm
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May 25, 2009 at 11:29 pm
Kim
Fabulous tutorial. I made one for a friend’s soon to be little girl. I tried it on my daughter and will have to be making another one or two for her in the near future.
Thank you. your sundress is on my to do list!!
May 29, 2009 at 12:18 pm
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[...] I LOVE these Kimono’s from Habitual. I’ve already printed out the pattern. The Princess is moping that they don’t “come” in her in size. I’m a little daunted by the 75 inches of bias tape I have to make though… [...]
May 29, 2009 at 1:17 pm
April
This is a wonderful tutorial… I will be making one of these this weekend for a friend who is having a baby. Will be sure to post a pic! Thanks for sharing!
June 1, 2009 at 9:28 am
samewish
Thx ur tutorial~! I love japanese style clothes and hope can make well this kimono~! Thank you
June 1, 2009 at 6:21 pm
habitual
Enjoy!
June 10, 2009 at 12:22 am
rox
I’d live to make a kimono for my new niece, but can’t work out how to download the pattern.
grazie
rox italy
June 10, 2009 at 6:34 am
habitual
Rox, did you click on the text at the top of the page? Click where is says “click here” and it will start downloading. It can take a few minutes based on your internet connection. If you are still having trouble, I can email it to you.
June 11, 2009 at 6:31 pm
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[...] pants and kimono. I’ve been meaning to make Sam a kimono top and I have enough robot fabric for two. (Maybe three if Dolly is lucky!) I bought striped fabric [...]
June 21, 2009 at 9:51 pm
Anna
Hi! I am also having trouble downloading the pattern…I’ve clicked on the “click here” but am taken to an all grey screen and no download occurs.
I’m sorry to trouble you, but could you e-mail me?
thanks so much!
anna
(annamonapia@hotmail.com)
June 24, 2009 at 5:34 pm
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[...] the day before I went into labor, I made this free kimono pattern out of some fabric that Ellie wrapped a baby shower gift out [...]
June 24, 2009 at 11:51 pm
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[...] This kimono style top – it’s actually a PJ top for him. From here http://habitual.wordpress.com/kimono/ [...]
June 26, 2009 at 6:17 pm
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[...] Maya Made Eve Softie Toy, Instructables Child’s Tent, Boutique Nutmeg Designs for Sew, Mama, Sew Kimono Wrap*, Habitual Toadstool Cottage & Mushroom House*, The Little House by the Sea Growth Chart, [...]