Closet Core Patterns, Faye Swimsuit Paper Pattern

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.

This is a traditional paper pattern in an envelope that incudes sizes 0-20. For sizing and fabric requirements, see the charts in photos. 

Suggested Fabrics:

• 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

You'll Also Need: 

• 3/8" (10 mm) rubber or cotton blend swim elastic:
• Sizes 0-20: View A = 6 yards View B = 6-7 yards View C = 6 yards
• Sizes 14-32: View A = 5-7 yards View B = 5-7 yards View C = 7 yards
• Polyester thread in matching color
• Marking tool
• Tube turner
• Stretch needles
• Optional: 1 yd (1m) x 3/4" (19 mm) bra band or swimwear elastic for underbust support in one-piece