FREE Kimono Jacket Pattern for Girls

Looking for a quick and stylish sewing project for your little girl? This easy kimono jacket is perfect for beginners and can be sewn in under an hour. With its relaxed fit and simple construction, it’s a versatile layering piece that’s great over dresses, tops, and swimsuits. This tutorial includes a free printable sewing pattern in girls’ size 3. If you need more sizes, you can upgrade to the premium PDF pattern, which includes girls sizes 2–14.

Kimono Jacket Pattern – Supplies

The first thing you’ll need to do is download the pattern and gather your supplies. This project pairs perfectly with my collection of girls’ sewing patterns for everyday wear and special occasions.

• Fabric – I used lightweight quilting cotton which gave nice results. It looks best in fabrics that drape and are not too stiff. Sizes 2 to 7 – 1 yard of fabric (Read how big is a yard of fabric). Sizes 8 to 14 – 1 1/4 yards of fabric.
• Optional – Lace to decorate the bottom and the sleeves. Choose soft lace that won’t scratch.

Download the Kimono Jacket Pattern

Download the free girls size 3 pattern by following the link below.

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Need more sizes?

The premium PDF pattern includes:

• Girls sizes 2–14
• Layered PDF to print only the size you need
• Printable A4/Letter and A0 copy shop files
• Detailed instructions with extra photos

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Before cutting your fabric, print the pattern at 100% (Actual Size) and check the 2-inch (5cm) test square. If you’re new to PDF sewing patterns, read my guide on how to print PDF sewing patterns. If you haven’t printed one of my PDF patterns before, please read my article on how to print downloadable patterns. Always download patterns on a desktop or laptop for a trouble-free experience.

How to Sew a Kimono Jacket Pattern

Step 1 – Sew the Seams

With the RIGHT sides together, stitch the fronts to the back at the shoulder seams and side seams. Make sure you match the notches and sew with a 1/2 inch (12mm) seam allowance.

Finish the seams, so they don’t fray. If you don’t have a serger read my article on seam finishes without a serger. A great alternative is to use a wide zig-zag stitch to stop the seams from fraying.

Step 2 – Sleeve Hems

On the WRONG side, press the sleeve hems up by 1/4 inch (6mm) and then 1/4 inch (6mm) again. Stitch around the hems. It is easiest if you use the free arm on your sewing machine.

Step 3 – Neck Ham

Hem around the neckline and bottom with a double fold hem of 1/4 inch (6mm) seam allowance also.

Step 4 – Decorate

If you really want your top to look fancy, then add some lace to the sleeves and bottom. In my sample, I used a 2 inch (5cm) cotton lace on the bottom only. Make your jacket look professional by adding a DIY fabric label. Learn how to make your own clothing labels, great for all crafts.

All finished and ready for a day out!

Need More Sizes?

If the free size fits your needs, enjoy sewing!

If you’d like to make this kimono again as your child grows—or sew it for sisters, cousins, or gifts—the premium Kimono Jacket Pattern includes the complete girls size range from 2–14, plus layered pattern files for easier printing.

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Shop for the Perfect Pants Pattern to Match

Remember to sew some trendy shorts or pants to wear with your free kimono jacket pattern. My beautiful model is wearing shorts made from the premium sewing pattern called the Kaci Pants. The Kaci pants pattern comes in 3 lengths, making it the ideal sewing pattern for all seasons. They are really easy for all levels of sewers to make and can generally be made in under an hour. The pants are ideal for quilting cotton and lightweight denim.

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