We had put this sewing project off almost as long as the raincoat!!

Almost two years ago, we bought the girls some “swimsuit fabric” {HERE} while at the SAGA conference in Orlando, Florida.

Then, it collected dust.

One summer went by, and another approached.

Finally, we decided the time had come to sew each girl a swimsuit.

UGH.

We dreaded it.

We preferred to sew other “fun” projects that were waiting for us.

Still, despite our best efforts of “avoidance” – we caved, and sewed ALL. THREE. GIRLS. A. SUIT.

This project paralleled the raincoat project due to the fact we had to gather some unique “materials” for this endeavor {bar slides, rings, and swimsuit elastic were all items not found in our sewing stash}.

We sewed EA the Cosi Swimsuit, view A {sz 4, with sz 6 length}. Due to the many, many options of this pattern, the instructions were confusing at times!!

However, that said . . . PAGE 10 is a LIFESAVER – it is a “cheat sheet” on the sewing order of each view. Thank you, thank you, thank you Suz!

While the final product was modest . . . and pretty dog-gone cute . . . sewing swimwear is NOT something we gain great enjoyment from sewing. We are sure it will be done again, but thankfully, the swimming season only comes around once a year!

Hip, hip, hooray!! The good news is: EA will probably be able to wear this swimsuit for two summers. There is plenty of length for her to grow into, and the adjustable cross-back straps will give her some growing room as well.

*Please note: This post contains “affiliate links”, yet we do solemnly promise that all proceeds will be used to fund our fabric {and sewing} obsession!

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