Blasting into Summer with a Bombshell

I've been debating since last week about posting pictures of my Bombshell swimsuit on me. I know that it's helpful for other sewists to see garments on a body rather than flat or on a hanger, but I just would rather not have pictures of me in a swimsuit floating around the internet (Let the chick-chick-chicken calls ensue). I'd still like to share some pictures of the suit, with you though. :) When the sewing blogs exploded with Bombshells (forgive me, I just couldn't help myself :-P), I was filled with excitement about the pattern, too. I bought the pattern almost immediately after its release, and I've had this swimsuit completed for several weeks. I've worn it several times already, and I have to say, I really LOVE this suit. I may not be posting pictures of it on me, but that has nothing to do with being self-conscious. The suit accentuates curves in all the right ways. I truly feel beautiful and confident while wearing it. It probably would have been too much for y'all to handle anyway. ;) The dress form certainly keeps things on this blog innocuous, albeit somewhat boring. Continue reading →