How to make Kimekomi dolls

Q: What is 3D cutting?
A: It is a method of making dolls without using patterns, by directly placing a large piece of cloth on the doll and cutting it as you go. For more information, please see here.

Q: Why do you recommend 3D cutting?
A: The more advanced you are, the more questions you will have about making dolls with patterns. Even though we have recommended 3D cutting to customers who are used to using patterns for a long time, many of them say they cannot do it even before they make a doll. However, when they actually try making a doll, they find that they can make the direction of the cloth exactly as they want, and many of them say that they have made a wonderful doll. If you can make dolls with patterns, you can definitely make 3D cuts as long as you follow the precautions. In addition, I think it is better for beginners to get used to 3D cutting from the beginning.

Q: Won't there not be enough cloth if you don't use a pattern?
A: Our sets are cut much larger than when using patterns, so I think you will have enough.

Q: What do you do if you run out of cloth?
A: If you send us a note with the missing scraps and how many centimeters they are missing, we will send you the amount you need. (Basically, there is a fee.)

Q: I would like to use fabric that I already have.
A: Kimekomi kits are also available without fabric.

Q: I don't like the fabric in the set.
A: If, for our own reasons, we send you fabric that is different from the one shown on our website, we will exchange it for an equivalent item free of charge if you send us some fabric. If the fabric is the same as the product on our website, there will be a fee for the exchange.

Q: Do I need to have all of the tools listed above to make a doll?
A: You can use an awl for the spatula and sandpaper for the fabric file, but I think it will be easier to make if you have as many tools as possible.

Q: I would like to choose the fabric myself.
A: You can purchase only the body material, and you can purchase the brocade by itself from the brocade page.

Q: I would like to know about the costume before purchasing.
A: Normally we will recommend costumes, and if you have requests we will suggest two or three types.

Q: Can I have the set made from my favorite fabric?
A: There will be an additional 10% fee, but if you select brocade from the brocade page and specify your preferred fabric, we can set the doll in that fabric. Please indicate this when placing your order. Also, depending on the type of brocade, the price of the doll set itself may be higher in addition to the fee. Please note that we may not be able to accommodate very detailed specifications.