Please feel free to email info@wkimono.tokyo for inquiry and request before and after purchase.
Basially I reply within 1 to 2 days.
Why should I sew both of pater pattern and fabric instead of tracing lines to fabric?
The target of this paper patter is beginners without experience. For experienced users, please use this paper pattern as you prefer such as tracing lines on your own.
I have no experience of sewing. Can I do that?
Yes. This pattern was made for beginners. Please contact me if you face a problem or have a question while making. info@wkimono.tokyo.
I am too tall / small / thin / big. How can I change the pattern?
You could purchase this Customized Pattern. If your body doesn't fit the size table of S to L, you can customize and change the pattern. Please email info@wkimono.tokyo to tell your preferred size, or consult how you customize it.
The size chart doesn't have a size that fits me (such as 3L or a roomier fit). Can you make one?
Yes, we can! We also accept requests for sizes not listed in the chart, such as 3L or LL_wide (wider fit). Please feel free to email info@wkimono.tokyo before purchase with your measurements or preferred fit.
I'm a beginner at sewing. Can I really make this myself?
It's completely natural to feel nervous about making a kimono or hakama for the first time! However, traditional Japanese garments—especially Andon Hakama (skirt-style hakama)—are actually very beginner-friendly for a few reasons:
- Mostly Straight Seams: Unlike Western clothing, Japanese traditional wear features mostly straight lines. All you need to do is follow the step-by-step instructions and sew straight and zigzag stitches. Before you know it, it all comes together!
- Clear Fold Lines: The pattern includes marked fold lines, so you can fold the pleats easily without second-guessing.
In fact, one of our customers who made a Haori (jacket) using our pattern mentioned, "I just followed along with the video, and it actually came together even before I fully understood the whole structure!"
Once you complete your first piece and see how the process works, any anxiety will vanish for your next project. Plus, if you ever run into any issues while sewing, we're always here to help and answer your questions. Give it a try with confidence!
Video tutorial
Usage
1.Print out all PDF files. * "sode.pdf" is for sleeves and please print out 2 times for left and right.
* A solid line is a finihsed line, a dotted line is a seam allowance line, and a double dotted line is a fold line.
2.Paste the same alphabet and nuber of each other such as "A1" and "A1" by scotch tape.
3.Fold edge of one side along with dotted line.
Fix the fabric and the paper pattern by marking pins.
4.Cut off fabric and paper pattern along with dotted line.
Tricks of printing
Be careful of the following points to print out in a correct size.
Windows
Gray scale printing.
Actual Size
Vertical
Size A4
Macintosh
This shop has no Macintosh environment and this is based on Apple company's help, and is the result that the customer tested.
According to https://support.apple.com/ja-jp/guide/mac-help/mh26678/mac,
it seems to print our in the size closest to the actual size when set 100% size.
Paper size is A4.
Special or adjusted sizes not listed in the table, such as “3L” or “LL_wide”, are also available (or can be made). If you are unsure whether a size will fit your body, please feel free to contact us. info@wkimono.tokyo