Making patterns and how to make things from patterns.

1. Preparing the Washi Paper

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Gently crumple the washi paper to soften it, and then spread it out again.

2. Making the Paper Pattern

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Place the washi paper over the doll body and lightly press it into the grooves to mark their positions. Do not apply glue at this stage, as the paper will be removed later.

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As shown in Figures 4–7, cut the washi paper approximately 1 cm outside the marked groove lines. Make small notches where necessary so that the paper can follow curves, corners, and folded areas smoothly.

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Carefully remove the paper pattern from the doll body.

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Trace the marked groove lines with a pencil.

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Be sure to mark the direction of the fabric and identify the part of the doll body to which each pattern piece belongs.

3. Applying the Fabric

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Secure the completed paper pattern to the fabric with pins.

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After all the pattern pieces have been secured, cut the fabric to match each paper pattern.

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Remove the pins from the fabric after cutting.

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Place the cut fabric over the appropriate section of the doll body and confirm that it completely covers the area.

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Apply glue to the grooves in the doll body.

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Use a Kimekomi spatula or tucking tool to lightly mark the position of the groove through the fabric.

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Tucking all the excess fabric into the groove will create a bulky and untidy finish. Trim the excess fabric, leaving approximately 2 mm beyond the groove line.

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Firmly tuck the trimmed edge of the fabric into the groove.

Completed

This section is complete when the edges of the fabric are neatly and securely tucked into the grooves.