Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Peek-a-boo Swim Suit

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 Amy at Nap Time Crafters is having a spring blog tour of her Peek-a-boo Pattern shop!

Today's stop is one of her many swimsuits for little girls.
Image of Sun n' Fun Swimsuit and Leotard: 3 mos. - 12 years

I reviewed Amy's Sun n' Fun Swimsuit for toddler girls all the way up to size 12.
It's a basic swimsuit with the optional ruffle shoulders and bow back detail.
It's nice to have a basic pattern as a base to use for future variations!
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Following the pattern's size chart I sewed a 18 month size for Ellie.
It fit well and I think next time I'll cut a little extra room in the bum as she's not potty trained and has to wear a swim diaper that gets big and bulky when wet.
For now it's a great fit in the bum over a dry regular diaper.

I chose not to add the ruffle sleeve or bow in the back, so I cut the back scoop 1.5" taller on the back.

I'd say this pattern is advanced beginner.
The design is basic and simple, but sewing swimwear can be tricky and frustrating.
Here's a great link for tips on sewing swimwear if you're just starting!
Creative Chicks complete list of swimsuit tips

Ellie loved her new swimsuit and didn't want me to take it off!
You can also enter a giveaway to win ALL the patterns featured on the spring tour!

25 comments:

  1. DebbieMarch 12, 2013 at 6:11 AM

    Very cute swimsuit and model! These are great patterns! Thank you for the chance to win!

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  2. steMarch 12, 2013 at 6:40 AM

    I think I'd totally love to try out the bathing suit!

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  3. LauraMarch 12, 2013 at 7:25 AM

    This is one of the two swimsuit patterns I don't have from Peekaboo. :) Last year was my dive into swimsuits... For Nikki, who was a year old, I made the Kwiksew suit pattern--crossed straps and ruffles on her diapered bum! This year, well, I have the fabric, but haven't picked which pattern yet. I figure that their Mommy can pick the pattern, and I'll just whip it up! (I'm just their Auntie who takes care of them while Mommy and Daddy are at work.)

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  4. RhiannonMarch 12, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    cute! perfect for a ballerina too! my fave would have to be one of the boy's cardis or hoodies...hard to decide!

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  5. BonnieMarch 12, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    I would love to learn how to sew a swimsuit. It seems so intimidating, but yours looks cute!

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  6. jeniMarch 12, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    I would love to try the swimsuit. I think my fab pattern now is the new cardigan!

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  7. ErinMarch 12, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    I love the swimsuit pattern and plan on picking it up even if I do not win.

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  8. KelieMarch 12, 2013 at 9:31 AM

    This is adorable, and seems like it would be a great idea for the gangly girls. My sister is a really skinny 6 year old, so swimsuits are too big on her... Looking through the Peek-A-Boo patterns though, I'd like to see the "Hangout Hoodie." It's adorable! I love that it could be for a girl or boy, too... Hmmmmmm.... (See, this is the problem with following all the awesome bloggers - it makes me want to do nothing but buy patterns and fabric & sew all day!)

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  9. Heather FeatherMarch 12, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    I love the cute hoodie!

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  10. DagnyMarch 12, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    I love this little swimsuit pattern. It's surprisingly difficult to find toddler swimsuits that have an appropriate amount of coverage. The back bow detail is adorable.

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  11. PeggieMarch 12, 2013 at 12:28 PM

    I like the Harper dress. Actually I have used these patterns and love them. I also like that if you have a problem/question she spends the time to help you through it. peggie dot loden @gmail dot com

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  12. seemesew84March 12, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    The swimsuit is cute! I would love to try their skinny jeans pattern sometime!

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  13. ManouleMarch 12, 2013 at 1:18 PM

    They have such great patterns! I made several "classic footed pj's" (one of my favourite patterns) and I'd love to have some more peek-a-boo patterns. So... winning would be great ;o)

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  14. CARUMarch 12, 2013 at 1:42 PM

    I want to try the V cardigan.

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  15. Dotted WhaleMarch 12, 2013 at 2:07 PM

    Hartper Dress is beautiful.

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  16. kristinMarch 12, 2013 at 2:12 PM

    Looks so cute on her, man she's growing up fast eh? I'd love to try the skinny jeans pattern from Peekaboo. Thanks for the chance to win. :)

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  17. Mary JoMarch 12, 2013 at 3:46 PM

    This sun n fun suit is actually my favorite right now. I really want to try it!

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  18. dbMarch 12, 2013 at 4:39 PM

    Love their patterns - dying to try them!
    thx

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  19. Falafel and the BeeMarch 12, 2013 at 10:36 PM

    I love them all. The v-neck cardigan is so sweet and the bathingsuit is awesome.
    Eeeeeeeeee!
    ~Michelle

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  20. sdevisserMarch 12, 2013 at 10:51 PM

    I love the varsity cowl neck sweater and the surf's up board shorts! Would love to add those to my collection soon.

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  21. AnonymousMarch 13, 2013 at 3:33 AM

    I love the swimsuit pattern, so cute!

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  22. Kreatita TMarch 13, 2013 at 8:12 AM

    Love the Natalie dress

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  23. NuttyCreationMarch 13, 2013 at 9:04 AM

    I love the ANNABELLE JACKET! It super cute!!

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  24. UnknownMarch 13, 2013 at 4:47 PM

    I have actually been looking at the little gentleman suit pattern. I also love the charlotte dress and the lucy dress. I would love any of the patterns though really!

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  25. phatquartersMarch 16, 2013 at 9:21 PM

    i like the yoga pants!

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