There are three rises included: Low, Mid, and High.
Low Rise sits at the top of the hip bones.
Mid Rise sits just below the belly button.
High rise sits at the natural waist.
There are two body styles: Solid and Ruched.
The Solid Bottoms have one piece for the front and one for the back and are fully lined with enclosed seams at the leg and crotch.
The Ruched Bottoms have three outer pieces for the front and the same for the back. It is fully lined without ruching for comfort.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Techniques Involved: Sewing knit fabric, topstitching, sewing elastic, burrito rolling for enclosed seams, and gathering (optional).
All files are PDF files that can be printed at home on Letter or A4 sized paper. Each pattern includes one file for the pattern and print-at-home pieces, and another file containing the copy shop A0 (33.1″ wide) pattern pieces. We’ve placed the pattern pieces on individual layers so you can print only the size(s) you need, saving you on paper and ink.
Suggested Fabric:
This pattern is designed for light to medium weight swim knit fabrics and requires at least 50% crosswise stretch. This fabric content gives the garment a four way stretch which gives the necessary coverage.
Additional Supplies:
Pins or Clips
Tape Measure
Tape or Glue (For piecing pages together.)
Paper & Fabric Scissors
Matching Polyester Thread
Ball Point or Stretch Needle
Sewing Machine with stretch stitch
Iron & Ironing Board or Mat
Rotary Cutter, Mat, and Acrylic Ruler
Fabric marking tool