What's "WASAI"?

Until about 100 years ago, everybody know "WASAI". The process of making a kimono with your own hands and the technique involved is called "wasai". "Wasai" was a compulsory subject in pre-war girls' education, but with the modernization of westernization, Kimonos are no longer everyday wear and are worn only on special occasions. That technique used to be part of our lives but due to the introduction of technology and machines, the number of people who know about it is decreasing. However, there are still people who inherit the technique.

和裁

A professional Japanese dressmaker who has cleared Japan's rigorous tests will teach you how to sew a kimono, how to fix it, and traditional techniques. In class, you will learn the basics of hand-stitching, which is essential for making kimonos.

If you are interested in kimono, want to learn special sewing techniques, want to experience Japanese culture, or have never sewn before, you can learn Japanese-style sewing techniques.

It is a reliable technique that can be used not only for Japanese dressmaking but also for dressmaking.

Why don't you incorporate wasai into your own kimono, clothes, family kimono, clothes, etc.?

A professional Japanese dressmaker will carefully guide you in a homely atmosphere.

About the Class

We will teach you how to use the "kakehari" and "kukedai" that are included in the kit in the third and subsequent lessons. Using this tool will make hand sewing easier.

All these techniques are indispensable for making kimono.

The first lesson is 4 hours long and you can learn how to sew all techniques. However, not all techniques can be mastered in just one session.

Japanese dressmaking is a technique that can be obtained over and over again. Take at least 3-4 lessons.

From the second time onwards, we will focus on each sewing method in more detail and teach it according to the person.

The "Wasei kit" that you will receive for the first time includes special tools called "Kakehari" and "Kukedai" that make hand sewing easier. I will teach you how to use this tool in the third and subsequent lessons.

The textbook contains a video that introduces each sewing method. Watch it and practice.

About the Lesson

Needle movement (Normal sewing)

It means how to carry the needle, but it is the most basic sewing method of Japanese dressmaking. Place the head of the needle on the thimble on the upper part of the second joint of the middle finger, press the tip of the needle with the index finger and thumb, and at the same time, push the needle forward while repeating the movement of pulling the cloth. Acquiring this technique is useful not only for Japanese dressmaking, but also for dressmaking.

Sanbuguke , Ichibuguke

For a kimono, the hem and cuffs are folded in three and sewn together.

There are very small seams on the front, but by sewing with the same color thread, the seams are not noticeable.

This method is mainly used for yukata and unlined kimono.

In the "Wasei Beginner Class", you will learn the basics of hand-stitching before you start making Japanese clothes.

Gushiguke

In this method, the seam allowances of two pieces of fabric are folded inside out and sewn together from the front side.

Fold the inner side of the crease 0.1 to 0.2 cm below.

First, we will introduce the "Wasai kit", make finger skins, how to hold a needle, needle movement, 3-minute cut, 1-minute cut, and easy teaching.

From the second time, I will teach each stitch in more detail.

Qualifications and Requirements

Beginners in Japanese dressmaking" class is open to those with or without sewing experience.

I think that it is easy to learn if you have experience, but even those who have never touched a needle before can acquire this technique.

Before I started making Japanese clothes, I had no sewing experience, so I started from zero. In the lesson, a Japanese dressmaker with a nationally recognized qualification teaches carefully. Let's have fun learning Japanese dressmaking.

1st grade certified Japanese dressmaker. Those who have obtained Level 1 of this qualification have earned a high reputation in the industry, and are nationally recognized qualified persons who have passed an examination that certifies the advanced knowledge and skills of kimono tailoring.

Profile

Instructor

Went to school and acquired the national certification level 2. From there she went to Toronto, Canada to study abroad and participated in many Japanese events. There she finds that kimonos are loved by many people overseas. Many Canadians are worried about wanting a kimono that fits their size. For two years she went to Japanese dressmaking school again and she won the first prize two years in a row. In her second year, she passed the first class of the Japanese dressmaking test with a passing rate of 10%.

About Class

Price

Please prepare DDK220 for the teaching material fee only for the first time.

Minimum 4 people, maximum 8 people, DDK850 per person

Schedule

June

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