Kayla Kenningtion Studio: Fashion Design: Portland Oregon

Kwan Yin Kimono

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 01:45:06 +0000

Kwan Yin Kimono

Modular Design garment made using rectangle panels, the lapel extends and cross to tie one on the inside and one on the outside, Rectangle godets are added to the sides front and back for a hankerchief hem.
Pattern includes step-by-step instructions for three distinctive seaming techniques, plus standard sewing instructions.
Best if made with drapey fabrics such as silk, rayon, velvet or with a very lightweight cotton. GREAT FOR 14” WIDE KIMONO FABRICS!
Suitable for beginning through advanced designers.
For a tutorial with Kayla on three-thread roll-hems go to:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2CGdoTkrxw

Fantasia Jacket & Top

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 01:42:13 +0000

Fantasia Jacket & Top
A feminine and fanciful jacket made from rectangular panels with triangular godets inserted between the panels to create a peplum for the waist. The Jacket can be worn open or buttoned, and a cross-over-and-tie version, suitable for a blouse is also included in the pattern.
The back panel is flat, or for a more dramatic effect, a bussle-like option, with center back godets is included. Darts are included to accentuate the waist, but these may be left out, the look varies greatly depending on the fabrics used.
This pattern includes Kayla’s unique seaming technique using a three thread roll-hem edge done on a serger and connected with a multi-stitch zig-zag stitch. Pattern also includes instructions for standard seams.
For a tutorial with Kayla on three-thread roll-hems go to:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2CGdoTkrxw

Perennial Pant

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 01:39:10 +0000

Perennial Pant
Quick to make and comfortable; no side seam, fold-over elastic waist, two pleats at the waist, crop or full length version, dart at the bottom front hem for Japanese cut. Great for all types of fabrics, such as silk, wool, lines, and cotton. Crop and add a large pocket (in pattern) for a fun beach-look, or leave off hem darts for a straight-leg pant. Pattern includes many tips and ideas.
Suitable for beginning as well as advanced designers.
For a tutorial with Kayla on three-thread roll-hems go to:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2CGdoTkrxw

K-Bag

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 01:36:20 +0000

K-Bag
Kayla’s “Kangaroo Bag” unique styling & lots of pockets.
Create your own stylin’ tote! Use your special one-of-a-kind fabric scraps to make a unique Abstract Fabric Collage foor each of the four outside pockets. Detailed step-by-step collage technique included, or refer to “Abstract fabric Collage” Threads Magazine # 92
Suitable for mid-skill or advanced designers.
For a tutorial with Kayla on three-thread roll-hems go to:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2CGdoTkrxw

Paris Evening Coat

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 01:32:01 +0000

Paris Evening Coat Description
A simple Kimono-style long jacket made for using with narrow fabric panels, such as kimono silks, or other elegant fabrics. Back mid-section has inset in center for unique fabrics or embellishments. Instructions include Kayla’s unique seaming techniques; roll-hem with multi-stitch zig-zag connections, or lined panels with bar-tac or bead connections, as well as step-by-step standard sewing instructions. This design is particularly beautiful made in cut velvet lined in silk, although can be made tunic length in a cotton or other more casual fabric.
Pattern has two sleeve variations, on dolman style and the other a simple kimono shape.
Suitable for beginning to advanced designers.
For a tutorial with Kayla on three-thread roll-hems go to:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2CGdoTkrxw

Cross Over Top

admin — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 01:18:09 +0000

Cross Over Top
A-line side panels and cross and tie fit makes this a very flattering garment for many figures. The ties are extentions from the lapel and feed through an opening left between the panels (instead of having to create buttonholes).
Instructions for Kayla’s unique seaming techniques and an illustration for nearly every step make this design easy to make your own.
Looks great in many fabrics from elegant silk, to a more casual cotton or rayon.
Suitable for mid-skill or advanced designers.
For a tutorial with Kayla on three-thread roll-hems go to:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2CGdoTkrxw

Panel Top & Vest #918

admin — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 19:25:58 +0000

A wonderful canvas for art-to-wear embellishments or hand-dyed fabrics. Simple to make garments, elegant with easy-to-do impecable seaming details.
Panel vest is made of nine simple rectangle panels and lapel, the top with eight rectangle panels and rectangle sleeves. You can choose your preferred seaming technique from four different options:
Lined, connected with bar-tacs or beads, using a straight stitch machine only (great for beginning sewers, but also an elegant look for the more advanced designer.
Each edge finished using a three-thread roll-hem on a serger, then connected with either a multi-stitch zig-zag, or a bar-tac using a straight-stitch machine.
Standard Sewing using a straight stitch machine
Each sewing option is a complete set of step-by-step instructions, with an illustration for nearly every step.
Garments are best made using soft drapey fabrics such as; silk, rayon, velvet, but can also be made using linen and other fabrics, with slight variations for fitting.
For a tutorial with Kayla on three-thread roll-hems go to:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2CGdoTkrxw

Two Tops Top Pattern

admin — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 22:01:37 +0000

Two Tops Top Textural Interest and flattering layers can make this a fun project for combining fabrics. Designed for maximum design flexibility, the simple shapes and easy, versatile sewing options look great one their own, and leave abundant room for creative play with dyes, stamping, printing and all other surface design techniques. The cowl can be added to either top, or left off completely, and the side godets can be inserted for a handkerchief hem or left out and side slits added for a less dramatic look.
Instructions for Kayla’s unique seaming technique options, with an illustration for nearly every step make this design easy to make your own signature style.
Suitable for mid-skill or advanced designers.
For a tutorial with Kayla on three-thread roll-hems go to:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2CGdoTkrxw

PDX Coat Pattern

admin — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 21:55:30 +0000

This PDX Coat celebrates the georgous traditional native American “Four Directions” wool from Pendelton Mills. A floppy wrap-and-tie design with large pockets set at an angle, all sewn with a straight stitch machine, it’s ready to keep you cozy on a chilly Pacific Northwest day.
This versatile design can also be made of lighter-weight fabrics for a whimsical art-to-wear “creativity canvas”.
Suitable for beginning to advanced sewers.

Lanai Top 0913 and Perennial Pant 721

admin — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 21:52:09 +0000

Lanai Top #0913

Perennial Pant #721

Turquoise Printed Silk Chiffon

Red printed rayon

The name Lanai Top was inspired by a trip to Maui, where Kayla enjoyed wearing the new design while sitting in the restaurant Lanai watching the sun go down. The Top was created with modesty and comfort in mind for the warm days of summer or enjoying your favorite resort. Designed using Kayla’s signature squares and rectangles, finished either lined or using a roll-hem edge, then connected with a serpentine stitch or bar-tac’s.