Coralie Swimsuit or Bikini Pattern by Tilly and The Buttons

Make a splash by sewing your own swimsuit or bikini with this pattern created in collaboration with designer Evie la Lùve. With multiple versions to choose from, you can either keep it simple or add pretty details while building your swimwear sewing skills.

• One piece swimsuit with choice of high or low back
• Bikini with choice of high or low waist bottoms
• Scoop neckline finished with narrow binding and straps
• Optional neckline ruffle and leg ruffles
• Mid-cut leg
• Fully lined, with optional shelf bra and cups

Size range: UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34

SKILL LEVEL - Improver

Supplies:

• Swimwear fabric
• Matching polyester thread
• Lining fabric
• All versions: 8-10mm (5/16-3/8in) wide swimwear elastic (preferably rubber and NOT clear elastic)
• Bikini version: 6mm (1/4in) wide swimwear elastic (preferably rubber and NOT clear elastic) 
• Optional: Foam swimwear cups
• Sewing machine with adjustable zigzag stitch, stretch needle and basic tools (a rotary cutter and mat are helpful) 

Fabric Suggestions

Main fabric: Four-way stretch knit swimwear fabric with at least 50% stretch in both directions. Look for a mix of nylon or polyester with elastane (AKA Lycra/Spandex). 

Lining: Swimwear lining, stretch mesh or more of your main fabric, with at least 50% stretch in both directions.