Long Kimono Style Wrap Robe
Introducing a women's sewing pattern for a long, kimono-style wrap robe featuring a wide continuous front placket and an adjustable tie belt.
When To Wear
This versatile robe is perfect for various relaxed and elegant settings, making it an ideal choice for:
- Lounging & Comfort: Perfect for relaxed moments at home or luxurious lounging.
- Pre- & Post-Dress Up: An elegant cover-up for getting ready or winding down.
- Layered Styling: Can be worn as a sophisticated outer layer over simple outfits.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: Relaxed, straight silhouette with a graceful, long drape, designed for comfort and ease.
Neckline & Placket: Kimono-style V-neckline created by a continuous wide placket that extends along the front opening and neckline.
Closure: Adjustable tie belt threaded through narrow belt loops at the side seams, securing the wrap front.
Sleeves: Wide, straight kimono sleeves, dropped at the shoulder for a comfortable and relaxed fit.
Pockets: Practical side seam pockets integrated into the garment's side panels.
Length: Maxi length, typically falling to the calf or ankle, providing ample coverage.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Involves techniques such as constructing side seam pockets, attaching a continuous front placket, and creating belt loops.
Fabric Recommendations
Choose flowing fabrics with good drape for an elegant look, or soft, cozy fabrics for warmth:
- Fabrics made from silk or blended fibers
- Cotton flannel
Additional Supplies
No additional notions are required.
CUTTER'S MUST
- From main fabric:
- Pocket bag - 4 QTY
- BACK PANEL - 1 QTY on fold
- FRONT PANEL - 2 QTY
- Waistband - 1 QTY
- Placket - 1 QTY
- SLEEVE - 2 QTY
- Belt loop - 2 QTY
Sewing Instructions
- From each belt loop piece, stitch a narrow rouleau, fold them into loops, and baste them to the FRONT PANEL between the NOTCHES.
- Fold the pocket bags with the pocket opening SEAM ALLOWANCES right sides together and stitch precisely along the side seam line between the NOTCHES.
- Stitch the shoulder seams. Press SEAM ALLOWANCES towards the BACK PANEL.
- Stitch the side seams from the second notch to the bottom, simultaneously stitching the pocket bags together.
- Stitch the SLEEVE seams and, without breaking the stitch, stitch the bottom edges up to the transverse notch and the top edges up to the first notch. Set the SLEEVES into the armholes between the second NOTCHES.
- Turn under and topstitch the SEAM ALLOWANCES of the open SLEEVE and armhole edges.
- Fold the Placket in half lengthwise and stitch the short sides. Attach the folded Placket to the front edges and neckline. Overlock the SEAM ALLOWANCES together.
- Press the hem allowance to the wrong side and topstitch.
- Stitch the waistband along the long and one short side, turn right side out, and press the folds. Turning under the open edge, topstitch the waistband 0.1 cm from the edge.
