Kimono

[ebear215]

I want to make or buy a kimono. I want a silk one if possible. But I dont know where I can get the patterns for it. Or the kimono itself. Any sugestions?:|

[kempokatt]

I really don't want to sound like I'm preaching but....

Does anyone actually LOOK for things on their own before posting something like this? "I really want to know about XXXXXXX. Does anyone have any ideas?!":o:(

I typed "kimono pattern" into google and the absolute first thing that popped up was this:

http://www.japanesekimono.com/kimono_fabric.htm

Along with 94,200 other links....
:

Here's a book at Amazon for you...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/087011 ... s&v=glance

[ebear215]

Ive done that. Nothing really that good.
Not what Im looking for. But yes I did look.

[dragon89]

um.... I just went to the local sewing store and it had a nice fabric. As for a pattern I don't know. I borrowed one from a family friend who's japanese.

[Harisenbon]

If you want to buy a real silk kimono, be ready to spend somewhere in the realm of 1000 to 10,000 american dollars. If you want a silk yukata or something similar, that's a different story.

Are you looking for a real Kimono, or just something to wear around?

[ebear215]

I dont know. I would like a real one but Im not willing to spend more than 100 dollars. Im trying to make one. But I cant really find a pattern so Im trying to makea pattern of my own but I dont think it will work the way I want.

[Nexus Lord]

i dont mean to sound rude but
i was just wondering where you would where one if you had it:D

[kempokatt]

If you're looking for just about anything....try ebay.

http://search.ebay.com/kimono_W0QQfkrZ1QQfromZR8

[ebear215]

I dont know. But Im crazy for japan and its not just having a kimono but also I like to sew and its a good mother daughter project.

[Azrael Renea]

Hey ebear215,

Here are 2 links I think you might want to check out ...
Both are Online Stores that deal with Vintage and Used Authentic Kimono and Kimono Fabrics !!

http://www.kimonoexport.com/
Wonderful Site just Full of Goodies ad Great Prices,
Most are only moderately used and not quite old !!

And

http://www.ichiroya.com/
Another Great Site, Lots of great finds, Kimono, Fabrics, Antiques, Lots Lots Lots!
They are a bit more pricey then the first , but they deal in mostly Vintage and Antique Kimono that are well worth the extra $ !!

Hope this Helped

~*~ Azrael Renea ~*~