It was my great privilege to visit my twin sister over the weekend. I had been wanting to make a 40’s style playsuit, and because my sister loves vintage clothing, I thought she could use one too. So I cut out all the pieces for two matching playsuits using this bikini top pattern and shorts pattern found on etsy.
And we played dueling sewing machines:
It was a little tiring because I was determined that we finish in time to take photos before I had to go home. But finish we did.
YAY!
And I’m afraid I spent too much time figuring out how to adjust my new tripod and work the remote, instead of looking at the lighting, etc. So these dark goofy pictures are all I have to share with you.
We are concentrating on how to use the remote here, tapping our twin powered brains.
Splish
Qui got splashed
and these are the best close-ups I have for you. Shorts are high waisted with a side zip (I redrew the crotch line using my Colette Iris pattern because the original shorts pattern was a lousy fit.) The second version is much improved, but still a little pouffy in the front, although I think that may have more to do with the 40’s style.
The top has gingham trim and lining, with a two button closure in back. The navy blue fabric is cotton twill.
I really like the top, but the cups are a little too big for me… so I would definitely use a smaller cup size and just lengthen the waist band for any future tops from this pattern. The directions are fairly vague, so this would not be a good beginner pattern, but with a little construction know-how, it came together without much trouble.
These play suits are great! I love the style – they are so fun!
thank you ! They were fun to make, and fun to wear :)
Love these outfits and pics! They’re so playful and cute!
Thank you Ginger :)
Super cute outfits AND photos! :)
Thank you :)
You guys are adorable. So cute
Thanks Fan–wish you were there!
Your playsuits look really good, and the photo’s really show that you two had a great time taking (and making :) ) them!
good times indeed :) Thank you!
Dangit, I missed out! Those playsuits are so cute! I really want to make one on our next sew day! :) Next time you’re here I’m taking you out for lunch!
yes! Let’s make it happen :)
Tried to pin this, but Pinterest won’t let me!
I’m honored you would want to pin it! I’ve never been pinned. And it doesn’t help that my flickr account was set to copyright on all my photos. I changed it, so I think the pics can be pinned now. If not, let me know…
Sooooo cute, I love these! Might have to steal this one…
do it! The construction details (not the instructions) of the top are great–I totally recommend it. It’s a fun top.
These are super cute.
Thanks Carolyn :)
Fabulous job… and the pics were well done too!!!! Beautiful.
thank you!!
These look so lovely, well done! And thanks for linking to my patterns!
I really enjoyed the patterns Anna, thank you so much!!
So adorable!!
Thank you Jodi :)
Omg!
One, I am so far behind on commenting and two, I’m so jealous that your have a twin sister! You two must have had so much fun growing up.
The playsuit looks awesome! It looks great on you two and the vintage inspiration is super super cute!
yes, being a twin is soooo awesome!! :D
Ack! These are just brilliant! And I love the lighting – it gives the photos a real vintage vibe, perfect for the playsuits. I especially love the creepy (in the best possible way) awesomeness of the image with the two of you holding hands!
Haha, thank you, I’m glad someone else (besides me) appreciates that pic. I posted it on Burdastyle and got some flack for it–but it was all in good fun!