Folkwear Patterns, Asian

Folkwear's sewing patterns and garments based on clothing from Japan, China, Vietnam, Korea, and India.
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122 Hong Kong Cheongsam
Looking for a classic, fitted dress pattern? The Cheongsam (Cantonese for "Long Dress”) is an early 20th century variant of the Chinese Qipao, a hip-length shirt or tunic. The Cheongsam was first seen on celebrities and socialites as a way of modernizing this traditional garment and our Cheongsam pattern is simple, slender, and close-fitting. We love the way this fits but is still so comfortable. Sized up to a 54" chest/56" hip, it's a good pattern to add to your collection.
114 Chinese Jacket - PDF pattern
Make a Chinese Jacket with our complete sewing pattern in print or PDF versions. Sized up to 54 in chest, this classic jacket in three lengths and with front or asymmetrical opening is descended from the noblewoman's attire of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). It is still worn by people of Chinese heritage around the world as a festive garment. Pattern includes designs for traditional embroidered motifs and instructions for embroidery and the knotted buttons and loop closures (frogs).
114 Chinese Jacket - PDF pattern
Make a Chinese Jacket with our complete sewing pattern in print or PDF versions. Sized up to 54 in chest, this classic jacket in three lengths and with front or asymmetrical opening is descended from the noblewoman's attire of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). It is still worn by people of Chinese heritage around the world as a festive garment. Pattern includes designs for traditional embroidered motifs and instructions for embroidery and the knotted buttons and loop closures (frogs).
114 Chinese Jacket - PDF pattern
Make a Chinese Jacket with our complete sewing pattern in print or PDF versions. Sized up to 54 in chest, this classic jacket in three lengths and with front or asymmetrical opening is descended from the noblewoman's attire of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). It is still worn by people of Chinese heritage around the world as a festive garment. Pattern includes designs for traditional embroidered motifs and instructions for embroidery and the knotted buttons and loop closures (frogs).
Pantaloons from the 144 Belly Dancer Pattern
Our stock of vintage and folk patterns holds lots of hidden gems. Victoria takes on the needs of outdoor belly dancing and learns a little bit more about our Belly Dancer sewing pattern in a recent blog post. She ends up with a pair of casual pants perfect for dancing among the chickens. If this seems weird, you REALLY need to read the blog post.
161 Thai Fisherman Pants - PDF
Our 161 Thai Fisherman's pants sewing pattern is one that can fit your body through a wide variety of stages. This sewing pattern is available in both print and PDF formats. Constructed without a traditional 'waistband' these pants tie and roll to the proper fit. Based on pants worn by Thai Fisherman for about 200 years. They are a practical adaptation of familiar sarong-style clothing construction and European legged pants.
119 Sarouelles
How is your wardrobe? Do you have room for one pair of amazing pants? Our 119 Saroulles Pants pattern contains 3 styles of versatile pants that have deep roots. Shown here are the Turkish Pants. While this pattern is sized up to a 50in hip, we do like to note that this style has an ungathered waist of 82in. in the size medium. There is a lot of ease in this pattern.
161 Thai Fisherman Pants - PDF
Our Thai Fisherman's Pants sewing pattern fits men and women. This versatile pants style looks great in linen or satin, solids or prints and is sized from a 32in hip to a 56in hip. Make these with around 2 yds of fabric (depending on size) and you'll have some comfy pants that you reach for again and again.
161 Fisherman's Pants Sew Along
Our 161 Fisherman's Pants Sewing Pattern has a sew along on the blog that will help you put this pattern together. With step-by-step instructions, you'll learn how to make your own Thai Fisherman's pants. Click the link to learn more.
129 Japanese Hapi & Haori
Sew your own Japanese Hapi or Haori jacket with our sewing patterns. Our 129 Japanese Hapi and Haori pattern has two main garments, the Hapi (shown) and the Haori. Both are traditional Japanese outer layers worn for comfort, warmth and practicality. The flat facing on the neck of both jackets is a place to show off some machine quilting or even embroidery if you wish.
Thai Fisherman's Pants Sewing Pattern
The Thai Fisherman’s Pants first appeared in the late 1800s in what is now Thailand (then called Siam). The design was similar to this sewing pattern, with large pants legs and an oversized waistband that was wrapped to fit. These unisex pants were worn by laborers, including fishermen, hence the origins of the name. Sized xs-xxxl.
129 Japanese Hapi & Haori - PDF
Our 129 Japanese Hapi and Haori pattern shows the versatility of these traditional garments. The Haori pattern is a thigh-length lined jacket with a straight front opening and a finished neckband which extends to the hem. Deep elbow-length curved sleeves are open next to the body, there is a narrow side panel below the underarm opening. The Hapi is a shopcoat traditionally worn by storekeepers, craftsmen, and firemen over western-style clothing. Both patterns are sized up to a 44in chest.
129 Japanese Hapi & Haori
Our 129 Japanese Hapi and Haori pattern shows the versatility of these traditional garments. The Haori pattern is a thigh-length lined jacket with a straight front opening and a finished neckband which extends to the hem. Deep elbow-length curved sleeves are open next to the body, there is a narrow side panel below the underarm opening. The Hapi is a shopcoat traditionally worn by storekeepers, craftsmen, and firemen over western-style clothing. Both patterns are sized up to a 44in chest.
112 Japanese Field Clothing
Sewn from hand-woven fabric, this sample of the The Padded Jacket from our 112 Japanese Field Clothing collection has a straight front opening and neckband. Construction includes an outer layer, batting, and a short contrasting lining. We are showing it here with the pants from the same collection. ⁠ We think this pattern is ideal for quilting, and love to see it lengthened. This pattern is sized for 32-48 inch bust and very adaptable.
112 Japanese Field Clothing
Sewn from hand-woven fabric, this sample of the The Padded Jacket from our 112 Japanese Field Clothing collection has a straight front opening and neckband. Construction includes an outer layer, batting, and a short contrasting lining. The curved sleeves have traditional underarm openings. This pattern is sized for 32-48 inch bust and very adaptable. Learn more on our website.