Easy Sew Kimono Shawl Cover-Ups
What do you wear in the summer when the air conditioning in stores and restaurants is just too much, but outside the heat is sweltering?
I like to carry a lightweight sweater or shawl when I go out. Often leaving the house involves a last-minute decision on what I can take that will offer a little protection from the icy breeze while light enough to carry while outside .... and also that goes with whatever outfit I am wearing.
My sister has been busy this summer making lightweight kimono cover-ups from lightweight fabric and large scarves. I like to think of them as shawls with sleeves. Easier to wear than a shawl because you don't need to knot it or hold it in place. Lightweight enough to carry inside your purse. Quick and easy to sew. Perfect at a bbq or at the beach, when you want to keep the sun off your shoulders and prevent sunburn.
I know she has amassed quite an inventory of these in her sewing room and suspect she will market them at a few craft sales this fall. By then, her kimono line should include some heavier weight shawls / kimonos. I'm sure they will be equally well received. So far she has not set up an Etsy shop of anything similar, but I am encouraging her to do that too.
I like to carry a lightweight sweater or shawl when I go out. Often leaving the house involves a last-minute decision on what I can take that will offer a little protection from the icy breeze while light enough to carry while outside .... and also that goes with whatever outfit I am wearing. 
My sister has been busy this summer making lightweight kimono cover-ups from lightweight fabric and large scarves. I like to think of them as shawls with sleeves. Easier to wear than a shawl because you don't need to knot it or hold it in place. Lightweight enough to carry inside your purse. Quick and easy to sew. Perfect at a bbq or at the beach, when you want to keep the sun off your shoulders and prevent sunburn.
She has made these kimono-like shawls for almost every cousin and aunt in our family. A recent family event saw her carrying a huge bag of these, which she passed out for everyone to try on and told them to choose whatever they liked. They are such a hit!
I know she has amassed quite an inventory of these in her sewing room and suspect she will market them at a few craft sales this fall. By then, her kimono line should include some heavier weight shawls / kimonos. I'm sure they will be equally well received. So far she has not set up an Etsy shop of anything similar, but I am encouraging her to do that too.
You can easily find instructions for this easy-to-sew project on Pinterest if you are looking for a quick project or want to get started on making gifts for Christmas and upcoming birthdays.
Further, did I mention the best part? You can find the fabric for these at most thrift stores for next to nothing? Check out the scarves for sale as well as the fabric remnants. Scarves work particularly well as the edges are finished, meaning even easier sewing.
It's a great project for beginners as it is all straight seams and perhaps some hand sewing for the hems, if you choose to do that. And once you have that sewing machine set up, maybe, just maybe the mending pile will get a nod too. At least I'm hoping that is going to work for me.
Happy sewing.
Further, did I mention the best part? You can find the fabric for these at most thrift stores for next to nothing? Check out the scarves for sale as well as the fabric remnants. Scarves work particularly well as the edges are finished, meaning even easier sewing.
It's a great project for beginners as it is all straight seams and perhaps some hand sewing for the hems, if you choose to do that. And once you have that sewing machine set up, maybe, just maybe the mending pile will get a nod too. At least I'm hoping that is going to work for me.
Happy sewing.
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