Made in Japan

A big birthday meant a special effort. 

I created a Tomoko Nakamichi inspired top,

with a 100% cotton fabric made in Japan for a friend. 

Below is a mini version of the 

Tomoko Nakamichi's Knots Dress from "Pattern Magic 2". 

I think the dress is about 20cm in height 

and made of a linen fabric. 

So I had to modify the pattern for our hot summers.

My partner (he is actually great at spotting the right fabric) 

found this lovely light cotton made in Japan. 

My friend has a sophisticated sense of style, 

so I thought this pattern would be safe pick. 

Time to modify the pattern. 

The "Pattern Magic 2" book does not exactly provide a pattern

more guidance in relation to proportions. 

Time to make an informed guess at the size 

and some critical thinking around the modified pattern.

Time to cut the fabric! 

Always a scary point in the creative process. 

Without my friend to measure, I decided to make the top 

larger with the ability for a tight top underneath.  

I also wanted to make the arm holes a feature. 

Bonnie Blue

Bonnie Blue has been made for a friends niece. The little girl loves blue so I complemented blue/greens with orange/red highlights.

We picked some fabrics 

that would work well together

1976 dress pattern

Front

Front detail

Back

Back

Tie options

Design Approach - Imagine - Create - Gift

Design Approach

R & r Moda has a commitment to one off, original garments.  Each outfit is made to order, enabling you to choose style, colour and finishes. R & r Moda will then make a guaranteed one off outfit, especially for you or your special someone.

To make the garment special we have a unique design approach, imagine what you would like, allow us to create it and then you can gift it to that someone special in your life. It is a simple three step approach.

Imagine - Create - Gift

Imagine

Step one: Imagine the type of garment you would like to gift. Talk with us about size, colour, style and types of material. 

Create

Step two: R & r create an original garment. We make an outfit to your general specifications, but giving it a design twist.  The final piece will always be original and special. 

Gift

Step three: The best part is you get to gift the garment. 

The Imagine-Create-Gift approach is not hard but you do need to think about a few things before you chat with us:

Size / Age

Infant to size 6. 

Style

Refer to blog and names of styles. e.g. "Lemons, Limes and Watermelons" Dress or "Three for Tea" Dress

Colour

Identify general colours:

Warm colours - reds, pinks, 

Cool colours - greens, blues

Bold colours - black, greys, red and white

Patterns

Flowers, dots, stripes, abstract

Materials

Our preference is to use materials suitable for the age range.  Special requests for particular fabrics will be considered, but may be limited to availability. 

Example Requests

Order: 1 x  "Lemon, Lime and Watermelon" style dress, for this summer.

Size 2. Preference for bold colours, reds and pinks, but not too many dots. 

Happy for you to select an appropriate trim. 

Order:  2 x  "Candy Clown" style top and nappy cover, for this summer.

Size Infant small. Preference for bold colours, avoid flowers, really keen on blues and greens.

Payment

Cash

Electronic Transfer

Payment transfer must be made prior to commencement of garment. Email to facilitate payments.

Delivery

Please allow four weeks for delivery, unless previously agreed.

Cost of postage calculated base on weight and location.

Arrangements can be made to post garment to alternative address as a gift. 

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