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[Daycare/Preschool] Let’s Make Handmade Hinamatsuri Costumes! An Idea Collection You’ll Want to Copy

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As Hinamatsuri approaches, many people may be getting costumes ready for events at daycare and preschools.

Even if you look for ready-made outfits, you might not find a design you like or you may be concerned about the price.

In such cases, handmade costumes are a great option.

In this article, we’ve gathered ideas for handmade costumes perfect for Hinamatsuri.

You’ll find a variety of approaches, including pieces you can easily make without patterns and ones that make use of colored plastic bags.

Create a one-of-a-kind outfit tailored to your child’s body shape and taste!

[Daycare] Let's make handmade Hina Matsuri costumes! An idea collection you'll want to copy (21–30)

Ribbon belt that won’t slip thanks to elasticNEW!

How to Make an Obi for a Child’s Yukata

Ribbon belt that won't slip thanks to elasticNEW!

When wearing a kimono, an obi is essential, but it’s natural to worry about the difficulty of tying it and what to do if it comes undone.

In such cases, try making this easy on-and-off obi! Because it contains elastic, you can put it on from the top or bottom, and simply tying it creates a proper-looking obi.

Sew fabric into a tube at the width of a narrow, elongated obi, thread elastic through it, and gather it tightly.

Cover the elastic-filled fabric with another layer of fabric from the outside, and add another piece of fabric for the tying section and sew it on.

After putting it on, tie it at the back like a ribbon.

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Dress and headdressNEW!

How to make a child’s dress and headdress ♡ Handmade ♡ Handcrafted ♡

Dress and headdressNEW!

An outfit featuring a cute dress with ribbons and a matching headdress is sure to stand out at Hinamatsuri! You can combine various fabrics with coordinated colors for each part, allowing you to create a dress full of originality.

Attach three ribbons to the chest and six small ribbons to the back.

Pair the sleeves with organza to give a soft, charming look.

For the headdress, it’s recommended to match the dress fabric.

Choose fabric patterns and colors to suit your child’s preferences, and adjust the skirt length to match their growth as you make it.

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princess dressNEW!

[For Children] How to Make a Disney Princess Dress! Creating Patterns from Ready-Made Clothes [All Sizes Supported]

princess dressNEW!

If she wears a princess-style dress—the kind every girl dreams of—she’ll really stand out at the Hinamatsuri festival! When drafting a pattern, it’s best to use items your child actually wears, like a dress or T-shirt.

Once the pattern is ready, prepare fabrics in colors and prints that match the image of the princess she wants to be, and start making the dress.

Incorporate tulle and lace ribbons to finish it as a cute, princess-like dress.

Using plenty of tulle for the skirt will give it an extra fluffy look!

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one-touch obiNEW!

[How to Make a One-Touch Obi] A simple obi that you just attach snugly to a mock kimono or yukata | How to make a one-touch obi

one-touch obiNEW!

Tying an obi can be quite difficult if you’re not used to it.

In such cases, let’s make a one-touch, detachable obi.

You can use a tubular half-width obi or any fabric with a pattern you like.

Create the parts separately: the section that wraps around your waist and the sections that form the bow.

For the bow part, make the top and bottom of the bow and the center knot as separate pieces as well.

Insert elastic into the waist-wrapping section and attach Velcro.

Sew the bow pieces together to form the bow shape, then combine it with the waist-wrapping piece to finish.

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pure white romperNEW!

I tried making a pure white romper. #handmade #babyGirl #romper #babyClothes #handmadeBabyClothes

pure white romperNEW!

Hina dolls depict traditional wedding scenes from the past.

So how about celebrating Hinamatsuri with a pure white romper, like a modern wedding dress or a white uchikake worn at contemporary weddings? Once you cut the fabric for each part, simply sew them together.

Add larger frills to the sleeves.

Insert elastic at the legs, and attach snap buttons at the crotch and the back to finish! The back snaps can be replaced with Velcro if you prefer.

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Baby hakama made from a furoshikiNEW!

[No Pattern Needed] How to Make a Baby Hakama [60 cm]

Baby hakama made from a furoshikiNEW!

You can easily make a hakama using a furoshiki that you can buy even at a 100-yen shop—no need to prepare special fabric! With a roughly 70 cm × 70 cm furoshiki, you can make a hakama that fits a 60 cm baby.

Cut out each part—front body, back body, sleeves—and use the leftover fabric to make a layered collar.

It’s recommended to decide where to sew the waist ties after trying it on your child and seeing where they should be tied at the tummy.

Sew all the parts together, attach the ties, and you’re done! Pair it with a skirt or bloomers and dress them up.

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Costumes made from colored plastic bags

Hinamatsuri: Transform into Hina Dolls!

Costumes made from colored plastic bags

Let’s try making costumes for Hina dolls using colored plastic bags.

Choose one plastic bag in the color you like.

While keeping the bag taut, cut the neckline into a triangle with scissors.

Adjust how deep or shallow you cut to fit the child’s size.

Cut openings on both sides for the sleeves as well.

For the layered collar, cut strips of colored paper tape, put double-sided tape on the back, and stick them onto the collar area.

It’s best to overlap the strips so there are no gaps.

Finally, you can decorate with origami shapes like hearts or stars for a cute finish!

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