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Light-blue swimsuit for Barbie doll
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I joined a “Miss pageant” competition for fashion dolls and this was the first thing we had to make – a swimsuit. I chose to do something vintage-inspired, even though the judges pointed out that it’s not exactly like the swimsuits from 50s and 60s… so yes, it’s just an inspiration. It closes in the back with a loop and bead; and I had to add a slit in the back because the material was less stretchy than I expected. The judges also pointed out to me the neckline was higher than it should be… so those are the mistakes. Still, I like it. I think I’d never made such a precise work for dolls before.
Material Notes
one-way stretch thin blue fabric, originally a thrifted blouse; ribbon; beads
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Nov 6, 2009, 05.10 PMby Erin
Really great! I’m sure it wasn’t easy to sew such a little thing!
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Nov 6, 2009, 05.32 PMby MarmotaB
I think the worst part was turning it the right side out (I sewed two layers together, because the fabric is thin and slightly see-through.) Most of it is handsewn, which is better for Barbie clothes.