Cottesloe swimsuit pattern
Classic one piece swimsuits and mix and match bikini sets. Pattern features athletic elements, four variations and includes detailed instructions to guide the sewer through swimsuit construction techniques.
View A is a one piece swimsuit with low scoop back, shelf bra and ties at the back. View B is a one piece swimsuit with high scoop back. View C is a bikini top and a low rise bikini bottom. View D is an athletic inspired bikini top and high waisted bikini bottom with wide waistband. All versions are able to be fully lined.
Skill: 1/5
Sizing: 0-20 (each pattern includes all sizes). See our sizing chart here.
Looking for sizes 14-30? Click here.
Printed pattern details
Your roomy and beautiful pattern envelope includes the full-size pattern on high-quality tissue paper and an instruction booklet with detailed instructions to guide you through constructing your garment.
PDF pattern details
After purchase, your patterns will be available immediately in your online account, and via a unique URL emailed to you. Ensure that you save your pattern to your computer before printing to save it for future use. PDF patterns cannot be opened on phones or tablets.
Your layered size 0-20 PDF pattern purchase includes the following files:
- Digital Instruction Booklet US letter size / 9 pages
- Digital Instruction Booklet A4 size / 9 pages
- Print at Home Pattern US letter size / 55 pages
- Print at Home Pattern A4 size / 55 pages
- Copy Shop Pattern US 36x48" size / 3 page
- Copy Shop Pattern A0 size / 4 page
Please note that not all files or sizes need to be printed, only the ones that correspond to your chosen printing method, size and pattern view.
Resources
Need help sewing Cottesloe? Visit the comprehensive Cottesloe Sewalong on our blog where we guide you through the entire process of sewing your swimsuit with our detailed tutorials.
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Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews
Was really impressed, just returned to sewing after many years and new to pdf style. Been looking for a bikini with good “coverage” for a mature curvy figure for use on holiday for easy bathroom visits not worn a bikini since my 20’s . It Was an easy sew and a lovely fit, also was very supportive in the water - (was a little concerned it would go baggy when wet but it didn’t - felt confident and covered. The Instructions were excellent and easy to use. Will be making another when I return home for next year. Was made in size 14. In Neon shock activewear jersey from pound fabrics uk.
Up until now, me and stretchy fabrics have not been friends. But I did a lot of reading in preparation - everything I read said how nervous they were to sew a swimsuit, how much easier it was than they thought it would be, and how great the Cottesloe pattern was.
I was stoked with the result! I’ve only made the top so far (view D), but it went so smoothly. I couldn’t be happier at not only completing something I thought was going to be a big gamble, but also improving my sewing skills at the same time.
Could not recommend the Cottesloe, and the sew alongs enough.
Easy to understand for an intermediate sexist such as myself!
I am so-so happy that I decided to sew a swimsuit and that I decided to use this pattern. I made a view B in size 10 from random lycra for my first try. I also added foam cups and shelf bra. The fit is absolutely flawless and gorgeous. Will be definitely making more because it is such a great block pattern and has many ways of customisation and detail adding. Thank You very much for another great pattern!
I love this pattern! I’m new to sewing and this pattern explained everything in a way that I could understand. Super detailed and incredibly helpful. Excited to make my first swimsuit!
Customer Reviews
Was really impressed, just returned to sewing after many years and new to pdf style. Been looking for a bikini with good “coverage” for a mature curvy figure for use on holiday for easy bathroom visits not worn a bikini since my 20’s . It Was an easy sew and a lovely fit, also was very supportive in the water - (was a little concerned it would go baggy when wet but it didn’t - felt confident and covered. The Instructions were excellent and easy to use. Will be making another when I return home for next year. Was made in size 14. In Neon shock activewear jersey from pound fabrics uk.
Up until now, me and stretchy fabrics have not been friends. But I did a lot of reading in preparation - everything I read said how nervous they were to sew a swimsuit, how much easier it was than they thought it would be, and how great the Cottesloe pattern was.
I was stoked with the result! I’ve only made the top so far (view D), but it went so smoothly. I couldn’t be happier at not only completing something I thought was going to be a big gamble, but also improving my sewing skills at the same time.
Could not recommend the Cottesloe, and the sew alongs enough.
Easy to understand for an intermediate sexist such as myself!
I am so-so happy that I decided to sew a swimsuit and that I decided to use this pattern. I made a view B in size 10 from random lycra for my first try. I also added foam cups and shelf bra. The fit is absolutely flawless and gorgeous. Will be definitely making more because it is such a great block pattern and has many ways of customisation and detail adding. Thank You very much for another great pattern!
I love this pattern! I’m new to sewing and this pattern explained everything in a way that I could understand. Super detailed and incredibly helpful. Excited to make my first swimsuit!