For the first time you can go from beach to boardwalk comfortably, modestly, and with your hands free! This flattering one-piece swimsuit includes a knee length skirt for that very reason. Even better, you can make it from comfortable cotton/lycra jersey for a gorgeous sundress! We love to add surprising details. The Twisted Bodice and Ruched Body are gorgeous accents that are flattering for all.
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This women’s one-piece swimsuit sewing pattern features two bodice styles and four body styles.
There are two bodice styles, Solid and Twisted. The twisted bodice has an adorable triangle cut-out below the bust with a unique twist at the top.
The four body styles include: Solid, Ruched, Short Skirt, and Long Skirt.
The Solid Body has one piece for the front and one for the back and is fully lined with enclosed seams at the legs and crotch.
The Ruched Body has three outer pieces for the front and the same for the back. It is fully lined without ruching for comfort.
Both skirt options begin at the natural waist with a full circle skirt. The long skirt falls just above the knee and the short skirt to the full hip.
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