Friday, May 1, 2009

Project Day: Child's Vintage Swimsuit


Some time ago I feel in love with a gorgeous girl's vintage swimsuit for sale on EBay. I had no idea what I would do with it at the time. I was lucky enough to win the auction. When it arrived I decided it was to wonderful to just put away in the cupboard, so I decided to frame it. I bought this white frame at Ikea and placed the swimsuit inside. At present it hangs in my guest bathroom and always gets lots of comments from friends. It really is a simple idea and I am sure anyone could do it! Next Friday I will show you how I expanded on this idea. Have a great weekend (a long weekend in Queensland), so I shall be back on Tuesday. I am hoping for one last swim in the ocean before it gets too cold!
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15 comments:

  1. abeachcottageMay 1, 2009 at 8:03 PM

    you get a holiday! lucky things

    love the swimsuit, saw that in a magazine with baby's christening clothes, looks divine, nice work, I sure need a trip to Ikea

    have a nice dip

    sarah

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  2. TheaMay 1, 2009 at 8:34 PM

    You're so clever and stylish.

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  3. sealauraMay 2, 2009 at 2:32 AM

    what a fun swimsuit. I love vintage items and it is wonderful how a frame can transform so many pieces. Hope you have a wonderful long weekend!

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  4. Polly RowanMay 2, 2009 at 2:48 AM

    That is so cute! What a great, unique and creative idea. Please have a look at my blog:

    prettypollysprettythings.blogspot.com

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  5. Polly RowanMay 2, 2009 at 2:50 AM

    Wow that is so cute! It's such a creative and unique idea. Please check out my blog:

    http://prettypollysprettythings.blogspot.com/

    Thanks!

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  6. JoanneMay 2, 2009 at 9:02 AM

    Isn't it amazing how a simple little costume can be transformed into beautiful piece of art once framed.Take care.

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  7. scheharazadeMay 3, 2009 at 2:16 AM

    Ooh that's perfect for a little mermaid !^^
    bisous

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  8. AnonymousMay 3, 2009 at 2:41 PM

    Simone, you do realize that you won the necklace giveaway on my blog, right?

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  9. beachvintage.comMay 3, 2009 at 11:48 PM

    Hi Angela. OMG, forgive me being a public holiday weekend, and being so non attentive, I had no idea. OMG, I am thrilled.

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  10. Brabourne FarmMay 4, 2009 at 11:06 PM

    Hi Simone

    Love the framed swimsuit! I'm a big fan of framing unusual things - it makes such interesting and individual artwork.

    Leigh

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  11. mondocherryMay 5, 2009 at 10:27 AM

    Such a pretty little swimsuit - no wonder you had to bid for it!
    Clare x

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  12. Peacock BlueMay 6, 2009 at 11:58 AM

    That is sooo cute! I love that you framed it and made it artwork!

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  13. SaraMay 9, 2009 at 11:20 AM

    I love this idea Simone - and such a pretty little suit! :)

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  14. SarahMay 19, 2009 at 7:23 PM

    Oh my goodness, how lovely this swinsuit is. Off to ebay I go (like that's never happened). Love your blog, you're very creative :)

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  15. UnknownNovember 8, 2010 at 7:17 AM

    Muito lindo , parabéns é realmente lindo.

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