In this lesson, I demonstrated how to cut and sew a basic kimono sample dress. This serves as a trial run to understand how the garment will drape and fit on the body before cutting into the final fabric.

Lesson Steps:

• Lay out the front and back bodice pieces, and sleeves
• Mark the waist dart on the front bodice
• Sew the shoulder seams, attaching sleeves
• Sew the side seams from sleeve to waist
• Try on the sample for a test fit