Closet Core Patterns Faye Swimsuit

Buy the Faye Swimsuit sewing pattern from Closet Core Patterns. Function meets form with Faye, a versatile fully lined swimsuit with multiple options so you can create a full wardrobe of swimwear. Faye features a clean finish and minimalist lines with a lovely scoop neckline and a slightly cheeky cut.

View A pairs a high-rise bikini bottom with a simple scoop neck bikini top finished 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.

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:

– PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK delivery over £50)

Suggested fabrics: 

Main: Swimsuit lycra with 4-way stretch (at least 50% crosswise stretch).

Lining: Swimsuit lining with 4-way stretch (100% nylon suggested). You may also use swimsuit fabric in lieu of lining.

Fabric requirements: Amount needed for main AND lining.

58" (1.5 m) wide fabric: View A: Sizes 0-20 = 0.75 yd/m // View B: Sizes 0-6 = 0.5 yd/m / Sizes 8-20 = 0.75 yd/m // View C: Sizes 0-10, 0.75 yd/m / Sizes 12-20, 1 yd/m.

Sizing: 0 – 20 (approx. UK 6 – 20, based on our standardised size chart). Please also check the designer’s size chart and finished garment measurements.

This size range is based on a B cup bust and an average height of 5’6″. Please note that B cup does not refer to bra sizing, but rather to the difference in inches between high and full bust. A 2″ difference between those measurements is equivalent to a B cup.

Notions: 3/8" (10 mm) rubber or cotton blend swim elastic; tube turner; polyester thread; stretch needle // Optional: 1 yd/m of 3/4" (19 mm) bra band or swimwear elastic for underbust support in one-piece.

Note: This pattern is available in an expanded size range on the designer’s website (PDF only).

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