Simplicity US1108A Misses' Kimono and Cardigan Sewing Pattern Kit, Code 1108, Sizes XXS-XXL

Love this pattern. It's easy to sew.

Haven’t got to make yet

Shipping was fast and nothing was bent. The jacket is easy to sew and will be quick. It looks perfect for summer evenings or in a cool restaurant.

I love the pattern (view B) and sewed it in a medium weight linen after seeing some pricey ones on Etsy that are almost identical. It's very easy to sew except for the band. Here are my best tips: Stay-stitch every cut edge because they are all on the bias of the fabric. Even if you're experienced, don't assume you know how to install the band because it's counter-intuitive (this was my biggest mistake). Pay close attention to the notches on the band and matching notches on the kimono pieces. Pin the back neck band onto the kimono first--This should set you up to correctly place the long curved front bands. After ripping out my seams 3 times, I finally understand the pattern. The result is definitely worth the sewing pains, and I will be making several of these. Finally, you can probably size down in Views A and B. I made my normal size but it's quite roomy, although still attractive--It's a kimono, after all. But I will cut one size smaller for future projects.

I haven't used this pattern yet but it was exactly what I was looking for: a very simple line coat which I plan to make from white no-pill fleece for spring. I also love the variety of styles in the pattern so it can be used for several different garments.

I did not like having to search thru every sheet to find the piece for my garment.I do like that it comes in multiple sizes.

I had a beautiful cotton batik that I had been trying to figure out what to do with, and this pattern was perfect. It was easy to follow and understand. However, it's not a quick pattern because of the band. I also did french seams and stitched in the ditch, so that added quite a bit of time.Suggestions: Go smaller than you think, it is huge. In a very lightweight sheer fabric it may have been fine, but if you use anything heavier than a cotton it will swallow you. I am 5'7" 135 ibs, athletic-ish build (so no boobs) and made a small. I should have gone with the extra small.Allow for extra fabric for matching prints.If you have a print you don't want to mess up with a back seam, consider eliminating the back seam and cutting on the fold. Just remember to take away the seam allowance.

I got this pattern and made myself what I call a "Coronamono" to wear around the house until the pandemic passes. It was super easy to make. I agree with another reviewer - cut the back pattern on the fold so you don't have to sew the two back pieces together and mess up your pattern. I'm not clear why they didn't set it up to cut on the fold for that piece. For the long kimono, be sure to measure yourself because I'm 5 foot 10 and the thing dragged the floor! Had to take it up a few inches.