#111 Nepali Blouse
In Nepal, this wrap-and-tie blouse is traditionally made of velvet and worn under a wrap-style chupa or jumper (like our #131 Tibetan Chupa) or over a wrapped and pleated skirt formed from a sari or length of fabric. The semi-fitted blouse features a wide band collar, tapered sleeves, and deep underarm gussets for ease of movement. Pattern includes directions for wrapping and pleating a companion skirt. Misses Extra Small to Extra Large.

#112 Japanese Field Clothing
Versatile and comfortable garments include the hippari (jacket) for men and women, monpei (pants) and padded jacket for women. Beautiful in traditional ethnic prints or coordinating new-age fabrics. Instructions included for traditional folded and stitched ties. Misses 6-16; Men's 32-44.

#113 Japanese Kimono
The timeless simplicity of this elegant garment is still enchanting. Our unlined informal kimono (yukata) can be worn in various lengths, as a dress, coat, or robe. Pattern includes instructions for shibori dyeing, sashiko embroidery, and for making an informal obi or sash. Sized for men and women to 6 ft. tall.

#114 Chinese Jacket
This classic jacket in three lengths and with front or asymmetrical opening is descended from a formal court robe of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Since then, the garment has been simplified into a truly versatile design with different options for unusual closures. Pattern includes heat transfer design for traditional embroidered motifs and instructions for embroidery. Misses 6-16.

#129 Japanese Hapi and Haori
Whether for formal occasions or everyday layered dressing, either jacket offers a special touch to any wardrobe. Simple rectangular shapes are great for inventive color and texture combinations. A pattern for the tabi, the traditional split-toe slipper socks, is included. Misses 6-20; Men's 34-44.

#131 Tibetan Chupa
This wrapped jumper has a centuries-long history in Tibet. The Chupa features an asymmetrical wrap front, wide neckband, and simple faced armholes. Both the Chupa and Chupa-inspired skirt have unique side extensions that wrap around the back to tie in front. The resulting silhouette is slim, yet the wrapped extensions provide enough leg room to make walking easy. Pattern includes notes about the Chupa and how it is traditionally worn. Misses Extra Small to Extra Large.

#115 Chinese Skirt
An ingenious divided skirt traditionally worn by different nomadic Chinese tribal women as early as 200 B.C.E. The skirt is made of two identical pleated sections fastened together at the waist with knotted frogs. Pattern includes instructions for embellishing and wearing the skirt, as well as a transfer pattern for traditional embroidery motifs. Misses 6-16.

#118 Tibetan Panel Coat
A festive full-length vest or sleeveless coat still worn by Tibetans today on special occasions. Its simple rectangular components make it perfect for pieced or handwoven fabrics, or exciting combinations of color and texture. Pattern includes instructions for traditional stamp design and bound edge, as well as notes for handweavers. Misses 6-18.

#122 Hong Kong Cheongsam
This classic exotic dress in two lengths is synonymous with Oriental elegance. Simple to sew, it has only two main pattern pieces and an appealing side-front opening topped off with a mandarin collar. Pattern includes instructions for custom fitting and authentic embellishment. Misses 6-16.

#135 Jewels of India
A grouping of truly versatile garments that includes a tailored kurta overshirt for men and women, kamiz tunic and bias-cut churidar pants for women. The simple shapes of these garments make it easy to vary them creatively. Top everything off with the Gandhi hat. Pattern includes historical information about Indian dress. Misses 6-16; Men's 34-44.

#139 Vietnamese Ao Dai
This feminine ensemble of flowing Tunic and wide-legged pants is considered to be the traditional costume of Vietnam. The easy-sew Tunic features front and back waist shaping darts, mandarin collar, front neckline/armhole opening, tapered long sleeves with elbow darts, and long free-hanging front and back panels. The Pants have an easy full-legged fit, center back zipper, and faced waistline. Misses Extra Small to Extra Large.

#305 A Japanese Interior
This collection of traditional Japanese pieces can be tastefully incorporated into any decorating scheme. Pattern includes floor cushions (zabuton), sleeping pillows (makura), futon, futon cover, top quilt (kakebuton), decorative curtains (noren), and tips for adapting any kimono pattern (such as Folkwear #113) for a quilted sleeping kimono (yogi). Information about traditional handwork and dyeing techniques also included.