Buy the Cuba Libre Bikini sewing pattern from Fitiyoo. Cuba Libre is a two-piece swimsuit, consisting of a bandeau bra and low-waist or high-waist briefs. Its pretty knots create an elegant and retro look. The top can be sewn with or without straps according to individual preference.
This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:
– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a ?
– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). What is ?
Suggested fabrics and fabric requirements:
1 m (1 yd) of 2-way stretch fabric for the outside of the swimsuit.
60 cm (24") of 2-way stretch lining for the inside of the swimsuit.
Sizing:
Bra: XS (approx. UK 30A / FR 80A / EU 65A / US 30AA) – XL (approx. UK 38DD / FR 100E / EU 85E / US 38D). Please also check the designer’s size chart.
Briefs: XS – 3XL (approx. UK 4 – 22, based on our ). Please also check the designer’s size chart.
Notions: 5 m (5 yd) of rubber elastic, 0.7 – 1 cm (1/4″ – 3/8″) wide (NB: for the underbust, you can use 2 cm (3/4") elastic); clip closure, 2.5 – 3 cm (1″ – 1 3/8″) wide; 30 cm (12″) of wire casing; 25 cm (10″) of boning, 5 mm (1/4″) wide; super stretch sewing needle (n°70 – 80) // Removable straps option: 4 hook type fasteners, 1 cm (3/8″) wide; 20 cm (8″) of strap elastic or ribbon of the same width.
PDF pattern includes: Instructions in French and English; A4 print-at-home pattern (18 pages); A0 copy shop pattern (1 sheet). This pattern has layers so you can print just the size(s) you need.
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