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Rita Swimsuit Sewing Pattern
A one-piece halterneck swimsuit that features a plunging V-neckline designed for jersey fabric in sizes US 0-16 & EU 30-46. with the following features:
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- Product info
- Sizing
- About PDF patterns
Meet Rita, 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:
- Swim jersey fabric
- Elastic
- One hook
- Swim style lining (optional)
- Sewing thread
The pattern includes
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Layers
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Trimless pages
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Fully illustrated instructions
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Metric and imperial measurements
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A4, and letter paper format
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A0 printshop format
- Seam allowances
Printing information
Measure the size of the square on the first pattern page and check that your printer's scaling is correct (2" x 2" / 5 cm x 5 cm). Use either A4 or Letter and print the document via Adobe Acrobat Reader. Download it here for free.
PDF patterns for instant download are easy to use and have some advantages compared to conventional patterns:
- Buy and download a pattern and be ready to sew in just 30 minutes
- Print only the sizes you need
- No overlapping pattern pieces
All you need is a printer and Adobe Reader installed on your desktop computer.
Install Adobe Acrobat reader on your computer, get it here for FREE!
How to Unzip the PDF patterns after you download.
How to print PDF patterns in Adobe Reader.
How to tape the pages of the sewing pattern together
Find more help via Facebook Wardrobe By Me Pattern Support or contact us directly.
Product info
Meet Rita, 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:
- Swim jersey fabric
- Elastic
- One hook
- Swim style lining (optional)
- Sewing thread
The pattern includes
-
Layers
-
Trimless pages
-
Fully illustrated instructions
-
Metric and imperial measurements
-
A4, and letter paper format
-
A0 printshop format
- Seam allowances
Printing information
Measure the size of the square on the first pattern page and check that your printer's scaling is correct (2" x 2" / 5 cm x 5 cm). Use either A4 or Letter and print the document via Adobe Acrobat Reader. Download it here for free.
Sizing
About PDF patterns
PDF patterns for instant download are easy to use and have some advantages compared to conventional patterns:
- Buy and download a pattern and be ready to sew in just 30 minutes
- Print only the sizes you need
- No overlapping pattern pieces
All you need is a printer and Adobe Reader installed on your desktop computer.
Install Adobe Acrobat reader on your computer, get it here for FREE!
How to Unzip the PDF patterns after you download.
How to print PDF patterns in Adobe Reader.
How to tape the pages of the sewing pattern together
Find more help via Facebook Wardrobe By Me Pattern Support or contact us directly.
Customer Reviews
I love the shape of this costume. It's really flattering and so comfortable. Will definitely make more.
I never thought I'd make a swimsuit but now I don't think I'll ever buy one again!! I think one thing that made me much more confident about 'diving' into this project (haha!) was having made my own underwear using the WBM hipster pattern. I made this suit to wear around my parents on vacation, where we'll be visiting some hot springs, and I didn't want to have to worry about coverage in the bottom half while in close quarters.
One thing I was worried about was making sure that the suit would be the right length, but the pattern has a foolproof method for taking your torso measurement and adjusting the pattern to your torso length. That was very reassuring, and it worked! I added lining in the front since my fabric is white and also added soft cups in the cup portion. I am an A or almost A cup and the pattern has two different cup sizes (A/B and C/D) to choose from.
I chose the boycut bottom with bands for maximum coverage. I think this will also be the suit I wear when I go kayaking or do other water sports so I don't have to worry about exposing too much and can move with freedom. This suit has four choices for the leg opening cut (just like the underwear).
The fabric is a textile designed by my friend and artist extraordinaire, Julia Allisson Cost (juliacost.com).
Instagram.com/iusedtobeacurtain
I made the tankini option and the fit was great, l felt very comfortable wearing my tankini, not having a side seam makes it possible for colour blocking which opens up lots of options. Options for a high or low leg option was a real bonus and suitable for all ages. I am definately making more.
I love the lines and fit of this suit! This was my first time sewing swimwear. I will admit I have room for improvement, but even with that said... I absolutely adore my me-made suit!
This was my first time sewing a swimsuit. I consider myself an advanced intermediate seamstress, however I had never made swimwear. I had my heart set on making one for myself this year to be functional, stylish, and modest. This swimsuit met all of my criteria and it was fairly quick to make. I have another one on my list to make because it stayed put while at swimming lessons with my 3 toddlers. Overall I give it 5 stars!
Pattern Reviews
Customer Reviews
I love the shape of this costume. It's really flattering and so comfortable. Will definitely make more.
I never thought I'd make a swimsuit but now I don't think I'll ever buy one again!! I think one thing that made me much more confident about 'diving' into this project (haha!) was having made my own underwear using the WBM hipster pattern. I made this suit to wear around my parents on vacation, where we'll be visiting some hot springs, and I didn't want to have to worry about coverage in the bottom half while in close quarters.
One thing I was worried about was making sure that the suit would be the right length, but the pattern has a foolproof method for taking your torso measurement and adjusting the pattern to your torso length. That was very reassuring, and it worked! I added lining in the front since my fabric is white and also added soft cups in the cup portion. I am an A or almost A cup and the pattern has two different cup sizes (A/B and C/D) to choose from.
I chose the boycut bottom with bands for maximum coverage. I think this will also be the suit I wear when I go kayaking or do other water sports so I don't have to worry about exposing too much and can move with freedom. This suit has four choices for the leg opening cut (just like the underwear).
The fabric is a textile designed by my friend and artist extraordinaire, Julia Allisson Cost (juliacost.com).
Instagram.com/iusedtobeacurtain
I made the tankini option and the fit was great, l felt very comfortable wearing my tankini, not having a side seam makes it possible for colour blocking which opens up lots of options. Options for a high or low leg option was a real bonus and suitable for all ages. I am definately making more.
I love the lines and fit of this suit! This was my first time sewing swimwear. I will admit I have room for improvement, but even with that said... I absolutely adore my me-made suit!
This was my first time sewing a swimsuit. I consider myself an advanced intermediate seamstress, however I had never made swimwear. I had my heart set on making one for myself this year to be functional, stylish, and modest. This swimsuit met all of my criteria and it was fairly quick to make. I have another one on my list to make because it stayed put while at swimming lessons with my 3 toddlers. Overall I give it 5 stars!