Custom Swim Robe

I received an order for a custom swim robe from a sweet friend for her little girl. She was having trouble finding exactly what she needed so we decided to work together. She needed something that was actually absorbent and could keep her girl warm and dry after swim lessons. Here's what we ended up with:

The fun part about custom orders is when your client gives you free range. She told me the colors her girl liked and I selected a purple terrycloth for the robe and lined the hood and belt with a fun girly flower print. I used a hot pink bias tape to give the edges a nice finished look and I attached the belt in the back. The reason I did this is because we all know that kids WILL lose belts. No question about that! By attaching it it won't drag on the ground or get lost.

My favorite thing about custom orders is when the recipient loves the item. That is what I love the most about sewing things that people use.