Download this pattern here
Decide on the size of the headgear
Please print it out in "actual size" on A4 size paper to check the hand size of the person using the puppet. The guide can be downloaded from the link below.
Once you have decided on the size, purchase the pattern and download it from the link provided after purchase.
print the pattern
Please print the downloaded data at the indicated print size (A4 or A3).
Please note that if you order the wrong print size, we will not be able to provide a refund.
Cut the pattern and paste it together
Cut the pattern along the perforation line (---Kiritori---)
Overlap the "glue margins" with the same number and tape them together.
cut the fabric
Cut the fabric according to the shape of the pattern using scissors or a rotary cutter.
Cut in the same way as outer material A.
This time I will be using a satin fabric that is smooth to the touch. Darts* are also cut properly.
For example, if it says "x2 pieces", a total of 2 parts are required, one on the left and one on the left.
- [Darts]
- A section of cloth sewn into a triangular shape to make it three-dimensional.
Transfer the pattern onto the fabric
Place charcoal paper on top and bottom of the fabric and use a wheel to transfer the pattern.
This pattern has a seam allowance of 10mm.
Therefore, basically, if you sew 10mm from the edge of the fabric, it will be finished according to the pattern.
However, it is recommended that you copy the darts* and joint stamps*, as this will make it easier to sew.
Please transcribe the part shown on the left for reference.
sew
The first thing to sew is the part of outer material A that is circled in red in the diagram. Fold the fabric inside out* and sew the darts*.
Sew the ``middle of the face'' of the 2 pieces of outer material A, with the right side facing up*.
Sew outer material B in the same way as outer material A.
Sew outer material A and outer material B together on both sides, aligning them with the center sides*.
Fold the fabric inside out* and sew the darts*.
- [Middle table]
- Layering the fabrics face to face together
- [Darts]
- To make the fabric three-dimensional, a part of the fabric is sewn into a triangular shape and pinched.
Layer the two pieces of lining, right side out*, and sew the "head". Do not sew between the sewing stops, leaving holes open.
Insert the lining through the hole in the outer material and sew around the face and neck once, matching the inner side*.
Make incisions around the face and neck around the red dotted lines to prevent it from being stretched when turned over.
Trim the seam allowance so that the corners will come out neatly when you turn it over.
Insert your hand through the hole in the lining and turn the whole thing over.
Use a perforator to make sure the corners are neatly square.
Attach a hook-and-loop fastener
Cut a 25mm wide hook-and-loop fastener to a length of 3cm.
Sew the hook-and-loop fastener to the neck belt, referring to the "attachment position" written on the pattern.
Sew the same way on the opposite side.
By attaching the hook-and-loop fastener on the outer side to the ``stinging side'', you can prevent tingling from hitting your face.
stuff with cotton
Fill the hole in the back of the head with cotton little by little.
cover the holes in the lining
Fold back the seam allowance for the hole at the back of the head to a width of 1cm and temporarily secure it.
Use a sewing machine to sew 5mm from the edge of the fabric to cover the hole. You can also close it by hand with a U-shaped festival*.
- [U-ji Festival]
- A method of sewing that prevents seams from appearing on the front and back sides of the fabric. A type of "blind stitch" used when closing the opening, etc.
Complete
Put the lining back inside and adjust the shape and you're done!
