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a buttercup yellow one-piece vintage bathing suit made using the alison swimsuit pattern from burdastyle. i made a few adjustments to fit my size and bodyshape. more details here.
my first attempt sewing with a pattern so there were a few OMG moments and some rough edges but still so much fun! :)
xx
Material Notes
i used stretchy lycra fabric with a cotton underside. it is especially comfy and thick enough to not need much lining.
Difficulty
Novice
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Credits
- inspired by very purple person
- pictures from {little projects in style}
http://littleprojectsinstyle.blogspot.com/2011/06/crafts-retro-swimsuit-diy.html
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Jul 7, 2011, 12.43 AMby raeraek
Lov your choice of fabric! The final product looks amazing :) and it fits you like a glove! Nice work!
Jun 17, 2011, 05.14 AMby princesszhing
thanks everyone for visiting and for your lovely comments! :) xx
Jun 12, 2011, 11.02 PMby anniekmcn
How did you manage the ruched back alteration? I am about to give this pattern a go and really like that detail – it makes it as cute in the back as it is in front!
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Jun 17, 2011, 05.13 AMby princesszhing
hi annie!
im going to try explain the best i can! :) i gathered the fabric, folding it like an accordion (even pleats) then i ran a stitch through it. it helped me reduce the slack on the binding to fit me better…
hope this helps! good luck! xx
Jun 12, 2011, 07.55 PMby joost52
The back is breathtaking, absolutely gorgeous and well done to you :)
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Jun 17, 2011, 05.13 AMby princesszhing
thanks! :)
Jun 12, 2011, 04.48 PMby kstyled
WOW ! What a DARING dress! For some reason I’m feeling it evokes a little “Dancing with the Stars”. Great Job!
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Jun 17, 2011, 05.14 AMby princesszhing
wow! thanks so much!! :) the back does look like a dance / ice skating costume! :)
Jun 12, 2011, 04.19 PMby Debby H
Great colour and finish
Jun 12, 2011, 03.39 PMby tinapickles
I love the yellow and the back detail.
Jun 12, 2011, 03.28 PMby secondbedroom
Super cute!
Jun 12, 2011, 12.25 PMby lizah
this is so sweet!