About:
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.
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
Elizabeth Goertz –
I think the option to buy these pieces separately is such a wonderful idea so you can pick and choose exactly the styles that suit you best. I can’t wait to match these up with some Brazi’s and Calista’s for even more swim suit options! As always super well written and easy to follow instructions!
Lexi Endter –
Comfy with amazing clean construction! I made a low rise pair and they’re probably my new favorite bottoms!
Courtney –
Never have I had a pair of swim bottoms fit so nice! I love that the elastic is fully encased and the bottoms are fully lined. So comfortable!! I love how they hug the booty so nice too 😁
Crystal –
I am excited to try these after having baby. It’s written easy to read and they look super comfy. I am just a bit self conscious while pregnant.
Tammie –
These were actually much easier to make than I anticipated and I love the end result!
Harrysproudmom –
I love the high rise, ruched version of these. They have such a cute vintage flair, and really easy to put together with the directions!
Lindsay –
Love that they are fully lined. Plain bottoms are a quick sew…