So, this is me jumping on the kimono top bandwagon. Lately, I have been wearing dresses with lightweight cardigans because the weather has been a little cooler. What happens when the sun starts shining brightly and I still prefer to have a simple cover-up? I don't want to be the idiot wearing a cardigan during the summer. So what's a girl to do? Create a kimono top out of a $2 scarf found at my local consignment store.
I'm at a crossroads -- should I add more black bias tape around the neckline and opening or complete a simple rolled hem? I'm so torn! Suggestions would be highly appreciated! Thanks!
Until next time ... Jennifer Elliott
I love the black trim. And the whole kimono idea in general. Very pretty.
ReplyDeleteConcerning your 'torn-ament': How does your skin tone in general work with black?
ReplyDeleteEspecially closer to your face?
I think, I'd it depending on those facts.
Otherwise: good idea with the 'el cheapo scarf' !
LG, Gerlinde
I'm leaning toward adding black bias tape because it'll be so much easier. The fabric is gauzy and thin, and a ton of swear words will be said out loud if I try the rolled hem. Thanks for your suggestions, Chickie and LG! Appreciate it so much!
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about Kimonos, everyone is making them.
ReplyDeleteI kind of like it just as it is, but totally get wanting to avoid a rolled hem...hmm, I think that lining the neck and arms with the bias would be good overall: your sanity, giving it a more completed look, etc.
ReplyDeleteAndrea EOD
When I refashioned a blouse into a kimono jacket, I used a discarded offcut from a soft synthetic skirt lining to go up and down the front/back neck. It was slightly stretchy so worked like a bias tape, and I applied it in the same way and pressed it flattish. Worked a treat.
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