Little Bit of Everything Mama's Blog

Jul. 23, 2006

I made a swimsuit!

Posted in Sewing

Yes, you read that correctly - I made a swimsuit! For my daughter P.7.G. Searching for a modest swimsuit has just gotten to be too much stress in the last few years. Because of her shape, she is very long, and everything comes down too low in the neckline, or I have to buy it big and then take it up everywhere else.

This year, I decided that I was just going to start from scratch. There are several makers of modest swimsuits out there - as well as a few patterns. I found this one - www.modest-swimwear.net and loved the features. P.7.G. likes the sleeves - I even offered to make it in a tank style, but she didn't want it that way! LOL Plus, this will keep her shoulders from becoming burned as easily. I loved the skirt, because it covers up her bottom. The shorts are VERY COOL because she can go to the restroom easily!!! Can I hear an "Amen"?!! The bodice is lined with self fabric. I have a serger, so I zipped this up quite easily!!! No cheeks hanging out on this suit!! Yea!!!

Plus, it is flattering, yet modest. It doesn't look weird, it looks trendy with the fabric and fun! It's light, so it isn't going to get hung up in the water.

I shortened the shorts, because I, personally, don't like anything over my knee in the water. It's some sort of phobia I have, I guess! LOL Therefore, I shortened the skirt a bit, so that you could see the shorts. I think this is a nice, modest, God honoring swimsuit.

I was scared to work with the Lycra, and put it off. But it is was so easy and didn't slip at all. I'm making one for myself next. I'll likely leave the skirt the same length and possibly just shorten the shorts to go over my knee.

I got this fabric from ebay - just search Lycra and you will find some great deals!!! Shipping included, I paid $7 per yard.

So, here are the pics:

P.7.G. in her new mommy-made modest swimsuit

She's doing the "diving" pose! LOL

This is a close-up of the fabric. Got it on ebay for a total of $7 per yard including shipping! This size (8) takes 1 1/2 yards.

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Jul. 24, 2006 - Untitled Comment

Posted by eyecorn

What a precious suit! Congratulations...it must have been tough working with such a slippery fabric. I love the shorts, too...that surely does solve the "showing all" problem and the going-to-the restroom problem.

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Jul. 24, 2006 - love love...

Posted by giggles3

Love the fabric!!

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Jul. 24, 2006 - excellent job!!

Posted by kateyz

I have done much sewing and quilting, but have never attempted using stretchy or silky material. You've just given me the inspiration to try!!
Thanks
Kathleen

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Jul. 25, 2006 - How Fun!

Posted by Dawn

My sister-in-law has 3 young girls and is doing a great job teaching modesty... but swimwear is always a problem for them! So I forwarded the information to her and she's thrilled at the options! Thank you for helping spread the word (in more than one sense!) God Bless!

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Jul. 26, 2006 - Wow!

Posted by StitchNchick

You did an awesome job! (Very cute fabric, too.) I have seen that website and pattern before and always thought that it was a nice solution for girls. I don't have any daughters, and probably a good thing because my sewing skills are limited! LOL Thanks for sharing!

~Amy

P.S. Your blog is looking great--love the pics!!

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Jul. 27, 2006 - incredible job!

Posted by lonestaracademy

I am so excited for you! I can't wait to see yours when it is done. Be sure and email me pics

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