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Sophie Swimsuit Pattern

Sophie Swimsuit Pattern

Closet Core Patterns

Sophie is a supportive swimsuit with a shaped three-piece balconette cup. View A is a one-piece with curved seams and elastic straps; View B is a halterneck bikini with high-waisted bottoms. Optional underwires and foam cups offer additional support.

Difficulty
Advanced
Recommended fabric
Body: Swimsuit lycra with 4-way stretch (at least 50% crosswise stretch) Lining: Swim lining with 4-way stretch (100% nylon suggested)
Notions
1/4yd (0.22m) bra cup foam for cups (suggested but optional)
Underwire (suggested but optional) 1yd (.9m) of underwire channelling (suggested but optional)
1/2 yd (.5m) clear elastic for cups sewn without foam
Stretch needles (important to avoid skipped stitches)
3/8” rubber or “swimwear” elastic (3.5 yds for swimsuit, 5 yds for bikini)
Polyester thread 1 x 1" S-hooks or 1" swim closure (bikini top only)
4 x 3/8" S-hooks for swim straps, View A
Small piece of bra lining for bridge stabilization
Power mesh for center front of View A (optional)
Measuring tape
Chalk pencil or other marking tool
Format

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Full-scale pattern sheets posted from New Zealand. Shipping applies.
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Instructions
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Printed version
Includes all digital files listed above, plus full-scale pattern sheets and printed instructions from Joan’s.