Rita Swimsuit Sewing Pattern
The Rita swimsuit sewing pattern is a fab one piece retro inspired halter neck swimsuit with a plunging neckline, low cut leg opening and slimming wrapped seams. Create your Swimsuit sewing pattern with jersey fabric in sizes with the following features:
PDF pattern printable on paper formats Letter, A4, and A0
- Two cup sizes
- Two leg heights
- Alternate finished leg opening elastic or fabric
- Tankini option
- Halter neckline
- Instructions for altering the trunk length
- Sizes US 0-16 & EU 30-46.
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Meet Rita Swimsuit Sewing Pattern, the ultimate one-piece halter neck swimsuit with a deep V-neckline, two cup choices, and two leg heights. The edges are adorned with folded elastic or fabric bands, and the front wraps around the side to the back, creating a slenderizing effect without a side seam. With a retro and marvelous design, Rita is a must-have for any beach or pool occasion.
Skill level 2-3/4
You have done some sewing but are not a super-experienced seamstress. You can handle sewing and folding elastic edges and gathers.
What you need to make a swimsuit sewing pattern
- Swim jersey fabric
- Elastic
- One hook
- Swim style lining (optional)
- Sewing thread
The PDF pattern includes
- Layers
- Trimless pages
- Fully illustrated instructions
- Metric and imperial measurements
- A4, and letter paper format
- A0 printshop format
- Seam allowances
TO ENSURE ACCURATE PRINTING:
- Measure the square size on the first pattern page and verify your printer's scaling (2" x 2" / 5 cm x 5 cm).
- For optimal results, utilize A4 or Letter paper formats and print the document via Adobe Acrobat Reader.
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Height 5'8", 172 cm
- Color PDF Pattern: A unique legend and color distinguish each size, and the PDF sewing pattern pieces are organized on separate layers. You can easily activate or deactivate layers to print only the sizes you need when printing from Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- A4 and Letter: Print your pattern on paper sizes Letter or A4, and tape the pages together. Read our blog about taping the pages together.
- A0 File: Skip the hassle of assembling the pattern and send the pattern to a local print shop nearby.
- Projector File: All our PDF sewing patterns include a separate PDF projector file. The file has a vast work surface for easy navigation, thick lines, complete pattern pieces with left and right options, and separate layers for each size. A grid of metric and imperial squares ensures accurate scaling. The layers include options for both light and dark backgrounds.
- Instructions Booklet: This booklet includes garment illustrations, imperial and metric body and garment measurements, fabric and trim requirements, and step-by-step illustrated instructions.
- YouTube Videos: Our YouTube channel has more than 50 sew-along videos where we sew the patterns step by step.
What is a PDF Sewing Pattern?
Our PDF Patterns are designed with every feature you need for an enjoyable and stress-free sewing experience. Each pattern includes clear markings, detailed instructions, and a versatile layout optimized for home printers, projectors, or large-format printing. With layered sizing options, you can easily print only the sizes you need, and the trimless feature makes it fast to assemble the pages. The projector file features thick lines, left and right pattern pieces, and metric and imperial grids. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced sewist, our patterns make bringing your creative visions to life simple.