Paulette Swimsuit - Ikatee

Girl swimsuit sewing pattern. 1 or 2 pieces. High waist briefs. Back neckline to the shoulder blades. Fully lined for comfort.

Skill level: intermediate

What you will learn with this sewing pattern: how to sew rubber elastic, how to line a swimsuit, how to make shoulder straps in swimwear fabric.

Specifics regarding underwear and swimwear: Underwear and swimwear must be very close to the body (for swimsuit, panties or boxers in particular because they are small parts for which the height is less important than the build and the age of the child ....) it is recommended not to take an age above the real age of the child. For example, as long as a child has not reached 7 years, make small pieces of swimwear and underwear in 6 years. If in doubt, it is better to take the size below than the size above.

Material suggestions: 

Fabric : lycra (swimwear fabric) dull or shiny
Swimwear lining

The swimsuit has been designed to be fully lined for comfort. It is possible to double the swimsuit with the same fabric as the outer fabric, or you can also use the swimsuit lining which is less expensive.

Trims : 

• Rubber elastic 6mm wide (resistant to chlorine and salt) or framilastic (transparent polyurethane elastic of the brand ©Vliesline)
• Wooly nylon thread
• 8 buttons optional
• Piping optional
• Microtex needles or needles for jersey or for stretchy fabrics