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Chiffon

A versatile addition to your wardrobe, a kimono is great for an evening event or a daytime outing. Plus, with breezy, sheer fabrics, kimonos also make a beautiful cover-up to wear at the pool or beach. Use our DIY how-to and make your own; a great piece for your upcoming Summer vacation!

TIP: If using a fabric that frays easily add some bias binding along the front and neckline edges instead of turning under for added strength.

Download printable step-by-step PDF here.

Download printable neck hole template here.

There are so many fabrics to choose from … here are some new examples.

Item #3495 658 Chiffon Dot | 100% polyester | 147cm
Item #3495 659 Decidedly Digital Chiffon Prints | 100% polyester | 150cm

With rising temperatures and sunny days ahead, these featured new fashion fabrics are a great choice for your summer sewing projects.

Crisp cotton-blend shirting in classic stripes are accented with delicate print designs for a clean, fresh look.

Cotton blend shirting fabric stripes with small florals used in Vogue 8810 dress pattern
Item #3639886 Novel Nautical Prints| 55% polyester 45% cotton | 147cm

Sophisticated & feminine prints that make a seamless transition from day to evening. A little added stretch provides comfort, but is stable enough for easy sewing.

Rose floral stretch fabric featured with Burda pattern and colour swatches
Item #3510358 Aristocrat Prints | 88% polyester 12% spandex | 147cm

A collection of freshly picked floral prints in an assortment of patterns and colours. Ideal for romantic flowy dresses & breezy boho blouses.

Flowy polyester fabric floral prints used in McCalls 7898 dress pattern
Item #3479558 Marnie Prints | 100% polyester | 147cm

Elegant jacquard fabrics in soft summer hues are sure to make a statement. Perfect for your next special occasion dress, skirt or jacket.

Large floral jacquard fabric used in Butterick 6131 dress pattern with fabric swatches in colours rose, purple and blue
Item #3289658 Amore Jacquard | 100% polyester | 147cm

With summer in full swing, make something breezy with bright and cheery prints and solids to match. Big selections are in stores now!

Stretch Poplin Prints Item# 0834358000R

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Bellina Cotton Prints Item# 082735800R

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Chiffon Georgette Prints Item#0495860000R

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Dots Item#0643942000D

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