We have been absolutely dying to share the Mini Cottesloe tester roundup with you!! Once again our pattern testers have done an amazing job and made beautiful creations modeled by the cutest kids! Check out all the adorable makes and I hope you find some inspiration for your mini!
Who
Corrina, you can find her on Instagram @handmade_all_day.
Made
View A – Full suit with ties
Do you have any future versions planned?
I want to make a matching one for myself :-) I am also thinking if I make it again I might make View B with a little ruffle skirt attached for my daughter.
Who
Holly, you can find her on Instagram @hollydollydarling and on her blog Holly Dolly.
Made
View A – Full suit with ties
Do you have any future versions planned?
The mommy and me matching potential, and the longer length tops and good coverage for the little ones.
Who
Ellen
Made
View C – Low rise bikini
What was your favourite thing about the pattern?
How quickly it went together and the great fit.
Who
Emily, you can find her on Instagram @thestoryclubpdx.
Made
View A – Full suit with ties
Do you have any future versions planned?
I also made the view D bottoms for both kids (size 3 and size 6) and plan to make coordinating rashguards for them to wear too. I think I’ll try using view B to make dancewear for my older daughter.
Who
Freya
Made
View A – Full suit with ties
Her favourite thing about the pattern
The design.
Who
Jennie, you can find her on her blog Stitched By Jennie.
Made
View D – High waist bikini with bands
Her favourite thing about the pattern
Simple, classic design. My daughter loves the high waist bottoms.
Who
Jill
Made
View A – Suit with full ties
Her favourite thing about the pattern
I loved how simple it was to make a quality looking garment. There are so few pattern pieces and it sews up very quickly!
Who
Jill you can find her on Instagram @independentclothinginitiative and you can find her on her blog Independent Clothing Initiative.
Made
View B – Full suit with high back
Her favourite thing about the pattern
I love how quickly this pattern came together. I loved having my daughter pick out the fabric!
Who
Kate you can find her on Instagram @katethemaker.
Made
View A – Suit with full ties
Her favourite thing about the pattern
Variety of options for a one piece (view A & B), as well as the mix and match potential with views C & D. So many combinations in one pattern!
Who
Katie you can find her on Instagram @katiekortman and on her blog Katie Kortman.
Made
View B – Full suit with high back
Her favourite thing about the pattern
I loved all of the tips on sewing swimwear that really helped prepare you before you even began. Many patterns don’t go into the details of swimwear fabric and methods of finishing, etc and I appreciated all the “education” at the beginning of the pattern booklet! I also loved the actual swimsuit. It is simple and perfect for an active swimmer or kid who loves to really play in that pool or ocean! I can’t wait to make more versions!
Who
Katie you can find her on Instagram @zyzoaustralia.
Made
View B – Full suit with high back
Her favourite thing about the pattern
I love the shape of the suit and the scoop at the back, my daughter is very happy.
Who
Katrina you can find her on Instagram @katrina_sewing.
Made
View C – Low rise bikini
Her favourite thing about the pattern
It was a perfect fit. The instructions are clear.
Who
Kristie you can find her on Instagram @thesewcraftybaker.
Made
View A – Full suit with ties
Her favourite thing about the pattern
Very cute pattern that comes together easily. The ties are very sweet, and it has good bottom coverage!
Who
Laura you can find her on Instagram @kuoknits.
Made
View B – Full suit with high back
Her favourite thing about the pattern
I love the simplicity of the style and of the construction.
Who
Lisa you can find her on Instagram @lisagaskamp and on her blog Notes from a Mad Housewife.
Made
View D – High waist bikini with bands.
Her favourite thing about the pattern
My favorite thing is the modern silhouette. My daughter loved the idea of high-waisted bottoms. She can wear a two piece without being super exposed.
Who
Melissa you can find her on Instagram @sewingforellie.
Made
View D – High waist bikini with bands
Her favourite thing about the pattern
I love the scoop back and the high-rise option. The instructions are wonderful.
Who
Monica you can find her on Instagram @mamemimoblog.
Made
View C – Low rise bikini
Her favourite thing about the pattern
It’s quite fast to sew and all the versions are pretty simple so they can be hacked.
Who
Mary you can find her on Instagram @naii_costura.
Made
View B – Full suit with high back
Her favourite thing about the pattern
It is easy to sew and it is a basic pattern to make for the kids.
Who
Naomi you can find her on Instagram @nay.louise24.
Made
View A – Full suit with ties
Do you have any future versions planned?
Can’t wait to make a skirt version and also one with sleeve and leg ruffles!
Who
Rebecca you can find her on Instagram @sewpomona and on her blog Sew Pomona.
Made
View D – High waist bikini with bands
Her favourite thing about the pattern
I love the low back and the method of construction on the wide elastic bands.
Who
Sabine you can find her on Instagram @pixel.patterns.
Made
View C – Low rise bikini
Her favourite thing about the pattern
The end result and a daughter well-pleased :-)
Who
Sarah
Made
View B – Full suit with high back
Her favourite thing about the pattern
I love that it’s a solid basic swimsuit that could be used for a gymnastics or ballet leotard as well.
Who
Tami you can find her on Instagram @sewsophielynn.
Made
View D – High waist bikini with bands
Her favourite thing about the pattern
The classic style!
Who
Teri you can find her on Instagram @teridodds1 and on her blog Fa Sew La.
Made
View C – Low rise bikini
Her favourite thing about the pattern
I love all of the available options in the pattern. I chose to make the low rise bikini view and I was a little nervous it might show too much skin for my 4 year old. I shouldn’t have worried – it’s just perfect for her and very age-appropriate.
Who
Tina you can find her on Instagram @tinaevangelenemartin.
Made
View A – Full suit with ties
Her favourite thing about the pattern
It’s such a fast make straight out of the envelope.
SHOW US YOUR CREATIONS!
What about you?! We’d love to see what you’re creating from the new Mini Cottesloe swimsuit pattern! Don’t forget to tag your creations #MNminicottesloe and @megannielsenpatterns to share what you’ve been working on, and check out what everyone else is up to!
LOOKING FOR MORE COTTESLOE POSTS?
Here’s the full list of Cottesloe posts and tutorials:
- Pattern Tester Round-up
- Inspiration + Ideas
- Where to Buy Swimsuit Fabric
- View B Full Suit Construction (+ Optional Lining)
- View A Full Suit Construction with Shelf Bra and Ties
- Views C & D Bikini Construction
- Basic Elastic Insertion for All Views
- Waistband and Underband Elastic Insertion for Views C & D
- Bonus: Tie Strap Hack
We absolutely love seeing what you make, so don’t forget to tag your creations with #MNcottesloe and @megannielsenpatterns when sharing on social media, and check out what everyone else is up to!
