Sewing kit swimsuit Brigitte | incl. pattern | leopard print | size S-M & L-XL

Sew Your Own Brigitte Swimsuit – Also Suitable for Ambitious Beginners

With this complete sewing kit, you will sew a one-piece swimsuit with built-in support, high-quality materials, and a matching pattern – tailored to your measurements.

Special Offer (until 15.07.2026): The PDF pattern for the Brigitte swimsuit is included – available in German and English. The download link will be sent to your email address after shipping.

Size Options

• S-M: 6 mm swimwear elastic + 15 mm underbust elastic
• L-XL: 8 mm swimwear elastic + 20 mm underbust elastic

The Sewing Kit Includes

• 1 m swim fabric – 80% polyamide, 20% elastane, UV protection UPF 50+
• 6 m swimwear elastic – latex with silicone coating (S-M: 6 mm / L-XL: 8 mm wide)
• 1 m underbust elastic – 87% polyamide, 13% elastane (S-M: 15 mm / L-XL: 20 mm wide)
• 15 × 20 cm swimwear lining for the gusset – 100% polyamide
• 70 × 70 cm powernet – 85% polyester, 15% elastane
• PDF pattern Brigitte swimsuit (German & English)

Why Many Prefer to Sew Their Own Swimwear

Many purchased swimsuits offer too little support, poor fit, unsuitable cup shapes, straps that are too narrow, and little support for larger cups. Especially for larger busts or individual proportions, self-sewn swimwear is becoming increasingly popular.

The sewing kit is ideal for:

• Self-sewn swimwear with a perfect fit
• Individual sizes & proportions
• More stable support than many ready-to-wear models
• Larger cups & special body shapes

FAQ

What sizes does the Brigitte swimsuit pattern cover?
The pattern covers sizes 70–100, cup A–E.

Can I use soft cups for the swimsuit?
Yes – you can integrate ready-made soft cups into the swimsuit or make cups yourself from foam for swimwear. The pattern for the soft cups is included in the pattern.

Can I sew something else from this kit?
Basically yes – the included materials are versatile. For example, from the swim fabric (1 m), you can also sew a bikini top or bikini bottoms. The powernet is suitable for bra cups or shapewear, and the swimwear lining for gussets in other swimwear models. However, the set is specifically designed for the Brigitte swimsuit – the quantity and cut of the materials are tailored to this pattern.

Why does the set include powernet?
Powernet provides additional support and stability in the swimsuit – especially suitable for medium and large sizes.

Why special swimwear elastic?
Swimwear elastic is suitable for chlorine and saltwater and remains significantly more durable and elastic than regular lingerie elastic.

Why swimwear lining?
Swimwear lining ensures opacity, improves comfort, and increases the durability of the swimsuit.

Why swim fabric with UPF 50+ UV protection?
UPF 50+ means the fabric blocks 98% of UV radiation (UVA & UVB) – significantly more than a normal white T-shirt (about UPF 5). Especially when swimming, surfing, or spending extended time by the water, protection through clothing is particularly important, as wet fabric without UV protection hardly protects anymore. A swimsuit made from UPF 50+ fabric offers reliable sun protection – without needing to apply sunscreen to the covered skin.

Which stitch types are suitable for swim fabrics?
The sewing instructions include a special overview of stitch types and sewing machine settings specifically for swim and sports fabrics.

Which sewing needle for swim fabrics?
Use a stretch needle size 75.

Do I need an overlock machine?
An overlock is nice to have but not essential. All seams can also be sewn with a stretch stitch or zigzag stitch. Tips for sewing with an overlock and sewing machine can be found in the sewing instructions.

Which thread should I use?
100% polyester thread in size 120. For the upper and lower thread on the overlock, fluffy thread is recommended – it is soft, thin, and elastic.

What if my measurements don’t match the pattern?
The sewing instructions describe how to individually adjust all pattern pieces to your measurements.

Note: Due to lighting conditions during product photography and different screen settings, the color may slightly differ from the original.