The book is well-structured in Introduction, Kimono Basics, Design Your Own Kimono, Glossary, Resources, Bibliography and Index. Advice on adapting the designs and patterns / yarns to your own liking is also provided and is easy to follow. The drawings of the patterns are clear and easy to understand and enlarge, sizes given in inch and cm. Cropped cardigan with wide sleeves and shawl collar knit with an 8 row repeat Box Stitch. Sizes To Fit Bust: 71cm/28in to 157cm/62in. Designed by Bernat. Aran weight yarn. Pattern Description: A gorgeous cardigan-kimono that can be worn over a variety of tops to add warmth and style to your winter wardrobe. The diversity of stitch patterns make it not only pretty to look at but also super fun to knit. With colors that are right on trend, this kimono goes perfectly with leggings or jeans to create a cute cold weather outfit. If you love knitting lace but find lace shawl hard to wear, you may love this loose fitting kimono-style cardigan. It comes with lots of free flowing panels that show off the delicacy of lace. I love the style of this one. Unlike most of the other DIY kimonos on this list, it’s perfect for a bit of colder weather too. The pattern isn’t free but I’m including it just in case you love the style and want to make it!

Kimono style cardigan knit with a one row repeat mesh lace. Knit in 3 pieces. Sizes S/M, L, XL/2XL. Designed by Laura Zukaite. Fingering weight yarn. It depends upon thekimono pattern. It’s usually best to use whatever the pattern designer recommends. If not the same brand, the same fiber content and yarn weight will give you a similar look. A lot of blends are available that work well for different things. Long cardigan coat with hood and bell sleeves, knit with ribbing and cables. Note that this pattern is only for one size: 42-44 European. Designed by Lacelegance. Light Fingering weight yarn.This kimono is squishy, unique and definitely fun to knit. I think it goes great with jeans, but it would be really cute with leggings as well. Any other ideas? Messy bun, kimono and leggings – that’s probably my fave idea of all. This Monaco Kimono is super pretty and especially fun to knit because you get to play around with several different colors and stitch patterns. The variety of stitches creates a cool visual effect and makes for a nice mix of textures. And no worries, this kimono was made to be simple!

I absolutely LOVE the fabric used for this DIY kimono. It’s gorgeous. This one has a really nice style too, it’s a bit like a lightweight cardigan.

6. Fringed Kimono

Easy lace cardigan with wide sleeves knit with a 4 row repeat. 3 Sizes S/M: 65”, L/XL: 73”, and 2XL/3XL: 81”. Designed by Rachel Carson Hill. Free web version available. DK weight yarn. Shares Today’s free Knitting pattern is for a summer cardigan kimono. It’s super easy to make and is so light and airy! You will see how easy it is to knit as it’s definitely beginner friendly. If you know Fabulessly Frugal, you know we love upcycling ideas, and this one is really clever! A kimono from a scarf. The style of this one is long and flowy, and also lightweight, which is really nice. Versatile cardigan knit in 2 panels with a variety of easy stitch patterns that make it pretty to look at and fun to knit. Rated easy by the designer and other knitter. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Jessica Reeves Potasz for Mama In A Stitch. Also available in a kit.

This kimono style cardigan has a casual chic look and feels super soft on the skin! Gives you such a fine touch even with simple jeans! Knit in pieces and sewn together, it is a lovely easy knit project that uses a few basic shaping techniques (really simple)! Here’s a beautiful and light cotton kimono that can be worn in any climate including during the warm summer months.This beginner friendly pattern works up effortlessly as it’s created with simple knit stitches and drop stitches. Wear it for a day out with friends or take it on your next beach vacation to cover up in style! Row 225: Knit 87 stitches in Small Leaf Stitch, 7 stitches in garter stitch, bind (cast off) 32 sts, 7 sts in garter stitch, 87 sts in Small Leaf Stitch. Repeat rows 1 – 6 from previous Garter Ridges section until piece measures approximately 44” long, or desired length (keep yarn needs in mind), ending on a row 6.

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This DIY kimono fits a bit more of the traditional kimono look while still being really fun. It’s perfect for the beach too!