Ibiza Bikini
In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to sew a feature-packed bikini. The top can be gathered at the center, has adjustable straps, and includes the option to add or remove cups. The high-rise bottoms feature a front tie. Patterns in sizes 34 to 56 are included!
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What you’ll make
Sew a lined two-piece swimsuit with wide, high-rise bottoms and a crop-top-style bikini top.
The top has adjustable shoulder straps, a center drawstring for gathering, and lining openings for optional removable cups.
The bottoms rise to about the navel and can be finished with or without the front tie.
Prefer a smaller style? See the Violet Bikini.
For one-piece options, explore the Open-Back Swimsuit and Addison Swimsuit.
Complete your beach set with the Beach Caftan, Sand-Free Beach Bag, or Summer Maxi Tote.
What you’ll learn in this class
- Identify mirrored outer and lining pieces.
- Sew Lycra with a serger or stretch stitches on a regular machine.
- Apply rubber swimwear elastic while keeping the edges flexible.
- Gather the front of the bottoms and enclose the optional tie.
- Construct the lined top with openings for removable cups.
- Make adjustable straps with rings and sliders.
- Create the center channel and insert its drawstring.
Fabric and notions
Use swimwear Lycra outside and either Lycra or swimwear lining inside. The class discusses how to keep a separate lining from peeking out at the edges.
You’ll also need rubber swimwear elastic, strap rings and sliders, and optional cups. Use a stretch or super-stretch needle and test the stitch on layered scraps with elastic.
Make it your own
- Add or omit the front tie on the bottoms.
- Gather the top at the center or leave it relaxed for a straighter shape.
- Use removable cups or leave the top unpadded.
- Mix prints or colors between the outer layer and lining.
- Replace the adjustable straps with longer shoulder ties.
Sizes and fit
The pattern includes sizes 34/36–54/56. It covers bust measurements of 86–132 cm, waists of 64–110 cm, and hips of 90–136 cm.
This is an intermediate project. Prior experience helps when controlling slippery Lycra and rubber elastic.
The complete class includes A4 and A0 pattern files, pattern information, and a size chart.
Pattern & materials
Patterns are included with membership
Active members can download every available PDF and materials list.
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