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P4P Raglan Week: Jolly Roger Raglan Update + Add-Ons Release!

September 19, 2016

Welcome to the first day of the P4P Raglan Week!  It’s looking like you are just as excited as we are!  Let’s get the party started with Day 1: the Jolly Roger Raglan update + Jolly Roger Raglan Add-On pattern release!

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Let’s talk the Jolly Roger Raglan update first!  It’s one of the most tried and true patterns for kids in the Pattern for Pirates family, and we did a little tweaking to make it even better.  First, we added the layers feature!  We also gave the entire tutorial and pattern an overall facelift to make sure everything was perfect from neckband to hem and everything in between.

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We have also adjusted the angle of the raglan-sleeve to better match the style of our two women’s raglans (the Relaxed Raglan and the Slim Fit Raglan).  Our testers went through several rounds of the sleeve being adjusted before we all agreed on the fit.  I think you will all love it too!

**If you already own the Jolly Roger Raglan, you will not need to re-purchase to get the updates.  If you bought here (PatternsforPirates.com) or on the Craftsy store, you will simply need to sign into your account and re-download the file.  If your purchase was via Etsy, email help@patternsforpirates.com (WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE) and you will get an updated file.


Now let’s talk the highly requested Add-On Pack for the Jolly Roger Raglan!  You are going to love it so much!  **You must own the Patterns for Pirates Jolly Roger Raglan as well, since this is an add-on and not a stand-alone pattern.

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The Add-On Pack is full of super fun options:

  • Two hood types (traditional and cross-over funnel hoods)

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  • Kangaroo Pocket

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  • Cowl Neck

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  • Inseam Pockets

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  • Funnel Collar

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  • Thumbhole Cuffs

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  • Ruffle Hem

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You can mix-match these options a million times over and still want to make more!  (Just ask our fabulous testers!)

The Jolly Roger Raglan is available for purchase HERE.
Find the Jolly Roger Add-On Pack for purchase HERE.
Or, you can bundle the Jolly Roger + Add-On Packs together HERE.

Be sure to head over to our Facebook Group and check out all of the amazing tester creations for the Jolly Roger Raglan and the Jolly Roger Add-On Pack!  They will provide for endless amounts of inspiration if you’re ever needing it!

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Are you joining us for P4P Raglan Week?  Be sure to share your creations on Instagram or in our Facebook group and use the tag: #P4PRaglanWeek !!  One lucky person will be featured on the blog and win a P4P pattern of their choice!

Here’s the rest of the schedule for the week:

Monday, September 19: Jolly Roger Raglan Pattern Update + Jolly Roger Add-On Pack Pattern Release

Tuesday, September 20: JRR Woven Fabric Hack

Wednesday, September 21: JRR Animal Faces Add-On

Thursday, September 22: Contrast Band Hack for Kangaroo Pockets

Friday, September 23: Women’s Keyhole / Scoopback Raglan Hack

Saturday, September 24: Off-The-Shoulder Raglan Hack

Sunday, September 25: Adding Stripes to Your Raglan Sleeves

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Timeless Tunic and Tiny Timeless-Pattern Release!!

September 13, 2016

I’m asked for more patterns drafted for non-stretch woven fabrics all the time! And although my heart will always sing for those quick knits 😉 I do love a nice woven top or dress too!

So without further ado, let me introduce the Timeless Tunic and the youth version the Tiny Timeless (because Baby Girl needs to match Mama sometimes)!  We also have them bundled together for a discount in the Timeless Bundle!   All will be on sale through Sunday 9/18/2016 US Central Time Zone.

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I love a softer drape for my own tops.  I feel like the drape gives a more flattering silhouette.  Personal favorites are rayon challis, crepe, peachskin, poly chiffon and voile.  But, I drafted it so that you can get away with using a stiffer woven like a chambray or flannel without loosing too much of the glamour!  Now you will have a great, timeless pattern that allows you to use up that gorgeous woven fabric you’ve been hoarding for that “perfect pattern”!  (ah ah ahhhhhhhhhh…)

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Both include the same options:

Tank– Perfect for warmer weather or for a nice layering piece. I loved to wear a nice silky tank under a cardigan!

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Short Sleeve– A bit more coverage, but still great for warmer weather and layering!

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3/4 Sleeve– A great transition length that you can wear year round.

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Long Sleeve- Take this length into the colder months no problem! A lot of our testers loved the longer sleeve paired with a cozy flannel!

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Top/Shirt Length- Cute, comfy, and easy to wear!

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Curved Tunic Length- My personal favorite 🙂 It’s flattering and has some coverage but still looks trendy and put together. Younger girls love that curved tunic for pairing with skinnies or leggings!

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Dress Length- Meant to hit about 2″ above knee (a super flattering length on all shapes) you can make it casual everyday or sew it up in a nicer fabric and pair with heels to dress it up!

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So, just how versatile is this pattern? It can really be styled up or down so many ways you could wear this anywhere!

This is such a classic look you can make it a casual, everyday/play look:

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Maybe a casual date, girls meet up, or shopping day:

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Use something a bit nicer and you have a great office or work wear attire staple. Send your littles in it for school ceremonies or picture day:

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It’s the perfect style for a shower or party! Perfect for those adorable border prints as well!

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You can even do a great silky fabric and make a more formal version:

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Warning though, doing this dress in a fabulous silky leopard print can really make you feel glamourous!! This little one had some great modeling poses in her fancy dress!! Don’t we all love to feel beautiful! <3 <3 <3

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I hope you enjoy this new pattern as much as we all do!

The Timeless Tunic and Tiny Timeless will be a great weapon to pull out when you or your little one find that perfect woven fabric!

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Sunshine Dress | New Pattern Release!

July 28, 2016

Happy Release Day!  After teasing you relentlessly with sneaks of the Sunshine Dress, it’s finally here!  (Insert happy pirate dance here.)

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Don’t worry, the Patterns for Pirates crew would never leave you short on options.  The Sunshine Dress is an endless amount of style options, neatly packaged in one pdf pattern download.

The pattern is drafted for sizes XXS – Plus 3X.  There are THREE hem lengths (above knee, below knee, and maxi), THREE bodice types (halter, cross-over tank, and strapless), and optional pockets!  On top of all of that, we have also included a  PDF layers feature for printing.  Want to learn more about how to measure yourself for this pattern?  We’ve got you covered with an in-depth blog HERE.

 

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Are you sold on the Sunshine Dress pattern’s versatility yet?  Here are some ideas, showing that you can truly make this pattern fit so many different style needs:



Go grab yourself a copy of the Sunshine Dress.  It will be discounted through the end of the weekend, no coupon needed.

Hoping for more inspiration?  Head over to the Sunshine Dress Album on Facebook for more photos from our fabulous testers.  Happy sewing!

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#SewLikeAPirate :: Contest Winners!

June 20, 2016

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Remember when we posted the #SewLikeAPirate freebies?  Well, someone (me…Katy) dropped the ball and forgot to announce the winners of our contest!  So here I am, eating crow and announcing the winners a bit late.  Whoops!  Sorry to leave you all hanging in suspense.

 We decided to reward Stephanie T. for being the Speediest Pirate, and sharing her adorable rainbow sleeved shirt!

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Our randomly selected winner was Becca N. with this darling mother/daughter combo!

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And thanks to all of our Pirate Friends for sewing along with us, and using our P4P designs for your own makes.  They were all AMAZING!  (Want to get your hands on these free designs?  Head right HERE to get your very own copy!)





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The Essential Tank | Pattern Release!

June 9, 2016

If you’re like a ton of other women on our Facebook group, you’ve been checking the page daily…ever since Judy posted that first sneak of the new tank top pattern.  Well guess what?  The wait is over!  It’s here!

Allow me to introduce you to the newest P4P pattern: The Essential Tank.

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Probably one of the most appropriately named patterns in the lot, this is going to be your new essential for summer.  It’s a quick, easy, and super flattering sew.  And is jam packed full of options!

The Essential Tank is the perfect everyday tank. It is fitted at bust and semi-fitted through waist and hips.  Wondering where it stacks up against the other P4P patterns with fit?  Judy has an amazing blog that compares the fits of her patterns HERE.

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The pattern is drafted for sizes XXS – Plus 3X.  There are FIVE hem lengths (dress, shirt, tunic, curved and maxi), two strap types (straight and racerback), and two arm/neck finishing options (binding and traditional tshirt bands).  And on top of all of that, we have also included a  PDF layers feature for printing.  Want to learn more about how to measure yourself for this pattern?  We’ve got you covered with an in-depth blog HERE.

Go grab yourself a copy of the Essential Tank.  It will be discounted through the end of the weekend, no coupon needed.

Hoping for more inspiration?  Take a peek at all of our fabulous testers!  And if that’s not enough, head over to the Essential Tank album on Facebook for more.  Happy sewing!























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20K Celebration : A Pirate Pencil Skirt!

May 25, 2016

Is today the best day ever or what?  The Patterns for Pirates Facebook Group just hit TWENTY THOUSAND fans!  That’s 20K women (and men!) who are learning, supporting, and sewing along with each other on a daily basis.  That’s so amazing!

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To celebrate, and to thank you all for being the best pirate seamstresses ever, we are releasing a new pattern.  AND (hint hint) if you’re a member of the Facebook group, there is a special discount code just for you for this pattern. (Please remember this is a thank you to group members.  So if you would like to share, please direct them to joining the group and not share the code 🙂 )

Now let’s talk about the new pattern: The Pirate Pencil Skirt.  It’s so fast, easy, and flattering on all body types that you’ll be sewing up a ton of them for yourself before summer is over.  Trust us.

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The pattern is drafted for sizes XXS – Plus 3X.  There are three lengths and two waist rises included in the pattern, as well as the new PDF layers feature for printing.  Want to learn more about how to measure yourself for this pattern?  We’ve got you covered with an in-depth blog HERE.

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Pick up your copy of the Pirate Pencil Skirt: HERE (And don’t forget to head to the group for the discount code! We keep ALL current sale and promo codes in the COMMENTS of the PINNED POST! 🙂 )

Here are a few images from our fabulous testers for the Pirate Pencil Skirt.  Take a peek through for some styling inspiration!  Need more?  Head over to the Facebook album to see the rest!













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#SewLikeAPirate :: Freebies and a Contest!

May 23, 2016

Who doesn’t love a good graphic tee?  We sure do!
P4P girl Katy has created four FREE designs to help transition you into a full blown pirate sewist.  Are you ready?

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You can go pick up your copy of these designs right HERE.

Don’t own a die cutting machine like a Silhouette or Cricut?  No sweat!  We have included two extra file types (PNG and PDF) that will allow you to work with the designs however you’d like.

— Go old school and use an iron on transfer paper and your at-home printer.
— Use Heat Transfer Vinyl and your die cutter.
— Try your hand at Freezer Paper Stenciling.  (Dana from Made Everyday has a great tutorial HERE.)

But wait, there’s more!  We wanted to create a friendly pirate-y competition with this new release.

Between today and Saturday, June 4, sew up a Patterns for Pirates shirt and apply one of these fab new designs.  Share your photo with us on Instagram or in our Facebook group and use the tag #SewLikeAPirate We will pick our favorite and the winner will win a free P4P pattern of choice AND be featured on this blog.

What are you waiting for?  Get to sewing!

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Hello Sailor Swim Bottoms | Pattern Release!

April 25, 2016

Happy pattern release day!

We are coming at you live with the Hello Sailor Swim Bottoms.  And you’re going to LOVE them as much as we do!

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There will be no disappointment in options with these swimwear bottoms!  They are a classic, high-waisted fit (think: full coverage with a slimming effect).  And you get to pick and choose how you want to put them together.  Solid, paneled, ruched side panels, multiple skirt options, and an easily-customizable fit are all features of the Hello Sailor Swim Bottoms.

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On top of that, we are providing you with some extras for this release!

Sewing your own swimwear can be intimidating.  We understand.  But it doesn’t have to be!  That’s why we created this post to help ease some of your worries: Basics of Sewing Swim.  On top of that, Judy and Nicole came up with some incredible hacks for the new release: Siren + Hello Sailor Hacks.

A huge kudos goes out to our gorgeous testers!  Not only did they all survive several revisions until we got the pattern *just right*, but they were also willing to deliver some fabulous photos.  It’s not easy putting yourself on the internet in a bathing suit, but these beauties made it look effortless.  Feel free to poke through the photos and get some inspiration from them.  And then hop on over to our Facebook group and look for more photos in our Hello Sailor Album.

And then get to sewing!  It’s swimsuit season and you’re about to have the first one to ever fit you perfectly!  Woot!














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Siren Swim Top | Pattern Release!

April 25, 2016

Today is such a treat.  And a total labor of love.  We’ve been working hard behind the scenes to bring you the perfect swimsuit top and today is release day!  Woohoo!

The Siren Swim Top is a winner.  Just trust us!  Have we steered you wrong yet?

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Swimsuit season doesn’t have to be dreaded this year.  The Siren Swim Top will get you the perfect fit, comfort, and lift all in one easy-to-sew top.  AND you also get to choose your best style and level of coverage.

Not only does the pattern accommodate you for the proper fit around, but it also includes cup sizes!  You can take your bathing suit this season one step further by sewing your A – G cup size.  Can’t get any better than that!

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Like all Patterns for Pirates patterns, this walks you through all of the steps in an easy to read manner.  While it could sound super intimidating to work with special swim fabrics, it’s broken down into simple steps that will turn you into a bathing beauty in no time.  On top of the step-by-step instructions in the pattern, we’ve also handed you some basic bullet points for sewing swimwear in a blogpost here: Basics of Sewing Swim.

The Siren Swim Top pattern comes packed full of options: cup size, pointed/straight/back flounce, criss-cross/regular straps, cups, power mesh, etc.  As a bonus, Judy and Nicole also took it one step further and gave you some really fun and easy hacks.  Check out their blog post here: Siren + Hello Sailor Hacks.

And don’t forget to gather all of the inspiration you can from our darling testers.  We are lucky to have such gorgeous women, willing to share these images with us!  If these pictures aren’t enough, be sure to head over to our album on Facebook: Siren Swim Top Album.   Now get to sewing!


























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Basics of Sewing Swim

April 25, 2016

As I’m approaching my very first swimsuit pattern release, I realize there will be a lot of questions about sewing swim!

So here are some bullet points you’ll need to know before you jump into your first suit! 🙂

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Common Questions:

  • What type of fabric do you need? 
    • Nylon Spandex is the traditional swim knit. There are also some polyester spandex blends that are capable of with standing the chlorine and can hold up to the activity.
    • My favorite suit I made was out of supplex, a nylon spandex.  I almost always use a nylon spandex rather than the poly blends, it’s just my personal preference.
    • Just like all fabric types you will have a wide range of quality.  Great swim knit can be a breeze to work with, while cheaper/thinner/slinkier swim knit can really test your patience ;). If you’re sewing swimwear for the first time, I’d recommend buying a good quality swim knit even if you’re nervous.  It is much easier to work with!
    • How can you tell if it will be easy or more difficult to work with online? Watch the weight- steer clear of lightweight, drapey descriptions and try to stick with medium weight knits.
    • Lining- You can use a swim lining or just self line with more swim knit.  The self lined suit will most likely fit and feel a bit tighter because usually your swim knit is a bit more stable than the swim lining.
  • Do I need special thread?
    • Nope 🙂 You can use standard poly thread like always.
    • You can use a stretch thread in your loopers or bobbin for more stretch. I’ve done both and haven’t ever had issues with threads popping, but I recommend it if you’re planning on getting tons of wear and being very athletic in it.  (I highly recommend it for youth- they wear them more often, are more active and they often get passed down to other kids throughout the years.)
  • What is the best stitch?
    • You can use your serger or your favorite stretch stitch.
    • When using my machine I usually use the lightening stitch or regular zigzag stitch. I use my coverstitch as well for finishing hems.
    • I baste with a stretch stitch as well, you can technically baste with a traditional long straight stitch, but if you don’t pull  your basting stitches you will hear those threads pop when you try on/wear…which can be scary ;).
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  • What kind of needle should I use?
    • You need to use a stretch needle. These are best when sewing fabric with high spandex content.
  • What other notions will I need?
    • You will need a SWIM elastic.  Even if you are using the top as a sports bra, I still recommend using the swim elastic.  It has more stretch then regular elastic and will withstand the wear and tear much better.
    • I highly prefer the cotton swim elastic to the clear plastic kind. It is so much easier to work with and softer.
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    • Don’t let the elastic scare  you!
    • And don’t skip it! I know a lot of ladies will use bands on swim in place of elastic, but I don’t recommend it.  Elastic keeps it shape always- wet or dry.  Swim fabric on the other hand gets heavier and stretches out when wet (and depending on quality can stretch enough that it is loose while swimming.) So, if you don’t ever want to loose your bottoms or have to constantly tug back in place don’t skip the elastic!!
    • Here is a little video of me putting in some swim elastic to help!

  • How can I make sure the top is supportive enough to hold me up?
    • Follow the tutorial and use all the suggestions to add more support.  If you skip any, you might regret it if you’re looking to be very active or have a larger bust to hold up.
    • Power mesh- this is an inner lining mesh spandex that you can use to add more support to a suit. It stretches less than swim knits, so it will hold in your body better on that section you place it. I only recommend using it in some of the suit and for adults only.  I like to use it on the front of both the top and bottoms.  If you have a smaller bust, you most likely will not want it in the top.  It is something that will “smoosh” you like a minimizer.  There are varying degrees/quality of power mesh as well. You can get looser and stronger depending on how much activity and “smoosh” you’d prefer in your suit.  There is also “power net” which is an even tighter mesh.  Use this one with caution as you might need to go up a size to accommodate the amount of stretch.
    • Swim cups- I used a sew in swim cup in almost all of my suits and sports bras too.  I like the tighter feel (the cups don’t stretch like swim knit- so it will feel and be tighter across the chest if you sew them in.) and the thicker layer of coverage for my bust.  I HIGHLY prefer the soft cups.  I find the molded cups to be really unforgiving in perfect fit (lets just say the D/DD was no where NEAR fitting my D cup bust… I was really channeling the Madonna cone look :/ ) and are much more difficult to get placed perfectly and to sew in nicely and neatly.  For larger then a D/DD cup you’re really only getting some coverage for the “important part”.  You will need to slip your lining on  (I recommend wearing a bra/sports bra) to get a good placement and make sure it’s covering that important part, pin in place, and sew in.
    • Remember you’re looking for your sewing cup size- which is the difference between your upper and full bust (NOT under and full bust).  You don’t want your cups oversized.  They will take up too much of your top and you will loose too much stretch that you need for a good fit.
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    • I also have an option for adding boning to the side seams, my other sister Megan loves this one! You’ll just need lightweight boning:
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  • Where can you get these supplies?
    • Here is a Note on my sister’s (the swim suit sewing queeen ;)) FB page with tons of suppliers:
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  • How tight should it be?
    • Traditional swimsuit fit has negative ease, meaning the finished measurement of the suit will be smaller then your body.  It will have to stretch to get on.  Suits are generally 20-25% negative ease.  Some athletic ones (think Speedo, Nike, etc) have 30% for more intense work out/swimming needs.  Don’t size up if you plan on swimming at all in it, you will need that negative ease to keep the suit in place when wet.  If you are at the lower end of your size range you might even need to take a bigger seam allowance to make it snug enough (this will depend on quality of swim knit as well, the super stretchy thinner fabric will mean you will need it tighter).
    • The elastic around the edges of the suit are there to help keep everything in place as well.  It might “squeeze” you a bit when not wet, but again you will want that very snug to make sure your suit isn’t shifting while you’re swimming.

Have FUN sewing and swimming!  

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