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.
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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
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!
I really enjoyed sewing the swimsuit as it was a beautiful cut and went together perfectly. Honestly its a great pattern and just so nice to sew! Thanks so much!! I ordered the beautiful, buttery swimsuit material from Emerald Erin as well. Just fantasic!
I am completely happy with how my swimsuit turned out. I made view D and sized up because I was lining it. I am an advanced beginning sewist and I was very intimidated about making my own swimsuit. It went together much faster and easier than I expected and I know I will be making more versions.
I did View B, lined it and added the shelf bra. It is my first suit, I do water exercise and this suit fits the bill. The fit is overall very good, but I do have some wrinkling on the front straps in the armpit area. Don't know what to do to fix the pattern for this
Maybe a small dart?
I did foldover elastic because I like the sporty look and it is so easy to put on. And it comes in so many colors. Looking forward to adding many new suits to my exercise wardrobe
For over a year I have been wanting to make myself a swimsuit but I was too scared to go ahead and do it. Now that I've made the Cottesloe swimsuit, I wish I had done so sooner. This bathing suit is INCREDIBLE. It's simple design really creates the perfect foundation to learn and to customize the suit to your needs and preferences, whether that's by adding cups, ruffles, using a bold fabric or hacking the design.
I made the highwaist bikini and I am obsessed (so are my friends) and this was just a toile to make sure everything was working. The pattern really walks you through everything you need to know, encourages hacks and is so clear that I felt super confident making the design, as well as wearing it. I cannot recommend this pattern enough. I loved wearing my swimsuit and cannot wait to make more. I will be coming to this pattern over and over again!
Customer Reviews
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!
I really enjoyed sewing the swimsuit as it was a beautiful cut and went together perfectly. Honestly its a great pattern and just so nice to sew! Thanks so much!! I ordered the beautiful, buttery swimsuit material from Emerald Erin as well. Just fantasic!
I am completely happy with how my swimsuit turned out. I made view D and sized up because I was lining it. I am an advanced beginning sewist and I was very intimidated about making my own swimsuit. It went together much faster and easier than I expected and I know I will be making more versions.
I did View B, lined it and added the shelf bra. It is my first suit, I do water exercise and this suit fits the bill. The fit is overall very good, but I do have some wrinkling on the front straps in the armpit area. Don't know what to do to fix the pattern for this
Maybe a small dart?
I did foldover elastic because I like the sporty look and it is so easy to put on. And it comes in so many colors. Looking forward to adding many new suits to my exercise wardrobe
For over a year I have been wanting to make myself a swimsuit but I was too scared to go ahead and do it. Now that I've made the Cottesloe swimsuit, I wish I had done so sooner. This bathing suit is INCREDIBLE. It's simple design really creates the perfect foundation to learn and to customize the suit to your needs and preferences, whether that's by adding cups, ruffles, using a bold fabric or hacking the design.
I made the highwaist bikini and I am obsessed (so are my friends) and this was just a toile to make sure everything was working. The pattern really walks you through everything you need to know, encourages hacks and is so clear that I felt super confident making the design, as well as wearing it. I cannot recommend this pattern enough. I loved wearing my swimsuit and cannot wait to make more. I will be coming to this pattern over and over again!