Denim Kimono

I’m taking a Creative Clothing class (again) with Lorraine Torrence, always a fun experience.  The assignment was to recycle or reuse a garment or fabric into something new.  I was interested in trying out Sandra Betzina’s new kimono pattern, Vogue1610, so I decided to use it for my project.  The base fabric for the kimono was a denim curtain that I bought at the Stoughton St. Vincent store known for their amazing textile sale in the spring.  I embellished it with various textiles I have collected along the way, Ikat runners from Art Gheko on Monroe Street and some hand-woven indigo hill tribe batik fabric from Ginger Blossom in Richmond Illinois.  

I made this kimono as a 60th birthday gift for my amazing sister who can still stand on her head, among other things.  Our equally amazing Mother passed away recently so I wanted to include a small embroidery detail from one of her favorite dresses in the front band.