This wonderful pattern set includes a group of truly versatile Indian garments. Includes professional, easy-to-sew patterns for a tailored kurta shirt for men and women, kamiz tunic and bias-cut churidar pants for women (salwar kameez or 'Punjabi' suits).
The simple shapes of these garments make it easy to vary them creatively. Included with these re-usable patterns you'll get historical information about Indian dress.
Suggested fabrics: For the Kurta, choose any shirting fabric from gauze to flannel. For the Kamiz and Churidar, choose light to medium-weight cottons, silks, synthetics, or lightweight wool.
Once you've completed your first handmade garment, you'll realize how easy it is to inexpensively re-create the India fashions you find in stores. The basic pattern for salwar kameez and kurta is very easy, and there are endless ways to embellish them.
Pattern set includes Women's sizes 6 to 16, and Men's sizes 34-44.