Working on the first prototype of Haragake. I know, It's bit too much but decorative top stitch is so addictive, can't stop..lol #haragake #腹掛け #sewingproject

Momohiki=股引き is a Japanese traditional garment dating back from the14th century and similar to western trousers. Originally they were worn by farmers,craftsmen and etc. Nowadays they're more common during festivals and ceremonial occasions. This textbook was written in 1880 by Genpachi Suzuki. It's very interesting to see how the patterns are cut differently comparing to modern ones. One of the patterns is shaped as to fit the legs. Because the width of traditional Japanese fabric is about 37cm, these patterns had to be created with this limitation in mind. However, I think this limitation also creates more creativity! I've created CAD patterns based on this book adding some adjustments. We will make this like the original one first, then develop it for our own workpants Will keep you updated. #momohiki #patterncutting #sewingproject #workwear

This texbook was written by Mangoro Maruyama in 1886. This book features the ways of making various traditional Japanese garments. This is a Haragake （腹掛け), one of the most popular traditional Japanese workwear during Edo period, and still worn today (festive activities, performances,..). It's shaped like an apron. It's loved and worn by various craftmen, shopkeepers and also firefighters. As we are working on workwear at the moment, making our own studio uniform, I created a CAD pattern based on one in this textbook. I changed the measurements and details to meet our needs though. We will make the first toile to develop the garment. I will keep you updated how it goes! #workwear #sewingproject

This was published in 1873 by Rikimatsu Katsuyama. Almost 150 years ago, just 6 years after the Samurai period ended. Probably this is the oldest text book lecturing how to make western style garments in Japan. It's quite rough but very inspiring. #sewing #patterncutting #tailoring #textbook #oldbooks

These tapes are called Maekake himo 前掛け紐 which are used as a waistband string for Japanese traditional #maekakeapron. They are strong yet quite soft. The width of the tape is 6.5cm. When use, you fold the tape half, place a fabric in between then top stitch it all the way. We will make something with these tapes but probably not an apron. In the future We will also make these available in our shop for your own project 😉 #apron