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Megan Nielsen
Megan Nielsen Cottesloe Swimsuit and Bikini
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Buy the Cottesloe Swimsuit and Bikini sewing pattern from Megan Nielsen. This pattern includes both classic one piece swimsuits and mix and match bikini sets. Detailed instructions guide the sewer through swimsuit construction techniques.
View A is a one piece swimsuit with a low scoop back, shelf bra and ties at the back. View B is a one piece swimsuit with a high scoop back. View C is a bikini top and a low rise bikini bottom. View D is an athletic inspired bikini top and high waisted bikini bottom with a wide waistband. All versions can be fully lined.
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: Swim fabric with at least 50% stretch and good recovery such as polyamide or Lycra // Swimsuit lining (optional) // Powermesh (optional for View A shelf bra).
Fabric requirements: 150 cm (60") wide fabric: View A, 1 m (1 1/8 yd) // View B, 1 m (1 1/8 yd) // View C, 0.6 m (5/8 yd) // View D, 0.7 m (3/4 yd).
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.
Notions: 6 mm (1/4") wide swim elastic for all views; 13 mm (1/2") wide swim elastic for View A; 25 mm (1") wide swim elastic for View D; foam cups (optional).
Note: This pattern is available in an expanded size range on the designer’s website (PDF only).
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Instructions were clear and easy to follow, especially when combined with the Sewalong information on the Megan Nielsen website.
It has a slightly vintage vibe but is the design of my dreams, combining high waisted pants with a sporty bikini top.
I made a 12 top and had to grade between 12 hip and 10 waist for the bottoms, then cut down the back slightly to make it level around my waist (and account for my slightly rounded abdomen aka pot belly). I also had to reduce the waistbands and underbust bands by 0.5cm (and extend the top and bottom by 0.5cm) because I could only find 2cm swimming elastic (instead of 2.5cm).
I used fashion fabric from Newcrafthouse, who also has amazing swimming elastic. The lining is from funkifabrics. I had to hand baste it together ahead of using the sewing machine (because the seam allowances are so small and the fabrics so slippery).
I’m very happy with my first swimming costume attempt!
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A great pattern with lots of options. I've made the higher back one piece but will try some others too. This was a toile made with fabrics left from the two swimsuits I sewed last summer.
Adapted to include a pocket for a breast form in the shelf bra for a mastectomy friendly option.
I made some small changes so that the shoulder seams were enclosed. Next time I'll line the entire front of the suit with power mesh for a smoother finish when wearing it.
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