FAYE Swimsuit • Pattern
By Closet Core Patterns, Faye Swimsuit is a paper sewing pattern.
Garment Details: Function meets form with Faye, a modern, versatile, and fully lined swimsuit. With a clean finish and minimalist design lines, the Faye Swimsuit features a scoop neckline and a slightly cheeky cut, with enough variations to create a full wardrobe of swimwear.
View A blends a high-rise bikini bottom and a bikini top with straight straps. View B is sporty and fun with a low-rise bikini bottom and a bikini top with a strappy back and supportive underbust band. Prefer a one-piece? View C is a classic maillot with a deep scoop back and adjustable straps.
Sizing: This is a multi-size paper pattern in an envelope, including sizes 0-20. For sizes 14-32 this available at Closet Core Patterns as a PDF download. Sizing and fabric requirements can be found here.
Fabric Suggestions: Swimsuit lycra with 4-way stretch (at least 50% crosswise stretch). Swim lining with 4-way stretch (100% nylon suggested) - you may also use swimsuit fabric in lieu of lining
Trims required: 3/8" (10 mm) rubber or cotton blend swim elastic, for View A: 6 yards, View B: 6-7 yards, View C = 6 yards. Polyester thread in matching colour, tube turner, stretch needles. Optional: 1 yd (1m) x 3/4" (19 mm) bra band or swimwear elastic for underbust support in one-piece
Skill Level: Suitable for a confident beginner.
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