Tilly and the Buttons - Coralie
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
SKILL LEVEL - Improver
SIZE RANGE - UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34
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.
SUPPLIES
Swimwear fabric
Matching polyester thread
Lining fabric
All versions: 8-10mm (5/16-3/8in) wide rubber swimwear elastic
Bikini version: 6mm (1/4in) wide rubber swimwear elastic
Optional: Foam swimwear cups
Sewing machine with adjustable zigzag stitch, stretch needle and basic tools (a rotary cutter and mat are helpful)
We recommend using rubber elastic andnotclear elastic.
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
SKILL LEVEL - Improver
SIZE RANGE - UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34
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.
SUPPLIES
Swimwear fabric
Matching polyester thread
Lining fabric
All versions: 8-10mm (5/16-3/8in) wide rubber swimwear elastic
Bikini version: 6mm (1/4in) wide rubber swimwear elastic
Optional: Foam swimwear cups
Sewing machine with adjustable zigzag stitch, stretch needle and basic tools (a rotary cutter and mat are helpful)
We recommend using rubber elastic andnotclear elastic.
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
SKILL LEVEL - Improver
SIZE RANGE - UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34
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.
SUPPLIES
Swimwear fabric
Matching polyester thread
Lining fabric
All versions: 8-10mm (5/16-3/8in) wide rubber swimwear elastic
Bikini version: 6mm (1/4in) wide rubber swimwear elastic
Optional: Foam swimwear cups
Sewing machine with adjustable zigzag stitch, stretch needle and basic tools (a rotary cutter and mat are helpful)
We recommend using rubber elastic andnotclear elastic.