{"product_id":"folkwear-151-japanese-hakama-and-kataginu","title":"Folkwear 151 Japanese Hakama and Kataginu","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eBuy the 151 Japanese Hakama and Kataginu sewing pattern from Folkwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the Edo period in Japan (1615-1868), members of the samurai or warrior class wore the kamishimo, made up of the kataginu (pleated-front vest) and hakama (pleated pants\/skirt). The two garments were typically worn over a knee-length kimono for formal occasions. Today, the garments are still worn for official events and martial arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the hakama is simply a large rectangle of fabric pleated to fit your body, no pattern pieces are needed. Complete instructions for measuring, cutting, and pleating are provided instead. The pattern does include pieces for the hakama's koshiita (backboard) though, as well as instructions for optional side panels to fill in the side-seam gaps that expose the underlying kimono in traditional wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wide-shoulder kataginu can be made to match the hakama for a traditional samurai appearance or as a contrasting wearable art accent. Easy to pleat and sew, it completes a dramatic outfit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: The Thai blouse from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/product\/134-south-asian-tops-wraps\/\"\u003e134 South Asian Tops and Wraps\u003c\/a\u003e is paired with the hakama in the cover photo (and traditionally wraps right over left, unlike Japanese garments, which wrap left over right for living people).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e– PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e (available to download immediately after purchase). \u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthefoldline.com%2Fhow-to-buy-sewing-patterns%2F\u0026amp;data=02%7C01%7C%7C2055db73b3ff43fa6a0c08d812112ec9%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637279212288807611\u0026amp;sdata=jGOEMr6nT4ZZme5CCL3wpMxImes8GGoiMxBHviYtfeQ%3D\u0026amp;reserved=0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop \u003c\/strong\u003e(We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day).\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/how-to-buy-sewing-patterns\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCopy Shop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote if purchasing copy shop printing: One of the pattern pieces is divided across two A0 sheets. The two sheets will need to be joined with no overlap. The printed pattern does not include the hakama (no pattern pieces needed).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested fabrics: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKataginu: Crisp, tightly woven cottons; linens and linen blends; ramie; hemp; silks, including shantung, habotai, pongee, satin, or taffeta. Note you may have to starch the fabric to preserve the pleats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHakama: Same as kataginu, but also lightweight wool suiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric requirements: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKataginu: 45\" or 60\" (114 cm or 152 cm) wide fabric: 2 yd (1.83 m).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHakama: 54\" or 60\" (137 cm or 152 cm) wide fabric: 2 3\/4 - 5 3\/4 yd (2.6 - 5.3 m). Note yardage requirements are provided for up to a 48\" waist, but for sizes larger than 42\" you will need to calculate the pattern measurements yourself using the information provided in the pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKataginu: One size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHakama: Waist 24\" - 42\" (approx. UK 6 - 24, based on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thefoldline.com\/sewing-patterns-size-chart\/\"\u003estandardised size chart\u003c\/a\u003e). Note instructions are also provided for calculating personal pattern measurements for sizes larger than 42\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotions: \u003c\/strong\u003eInterfacing or other stiffening material for the koshiita (backboard) insert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePDF pattern includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Instructions; US letter\/A4 print-at-home pattern (33 pages); 36″ wide copy shop pattern (1 sheet); A0 copy shop pattern (2 sheets) \/\/ Layers: No \/\/ Projector file: No. \u003cstrong\u003eIncludes pattern pieces for the koshiita (backboard) and kataginu (vest) only. No pattern pieces are needed for the hakama.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re looking for more maker inspiration, check out the latest \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thefoldline.com\/sewing-pattern-reviews\/\"\u003esewing pattern reviews\u003c\/a\u003e from the sewing community. 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