Burda Style For people who sew
Bikini Top with Boy Shorts
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I decided to try the Bikini pattern, I didn’t like the bottoms as they just didn’t cover enough. So I used the pattern for the mens swim shorts instead. I really like how the whole thing looks. Fits really well. I didn’t hem the shorts instead did an overcast stitch which kind of made the hem a little ruffled. I changed the top also I added a 5/8" band around the bottom of the cups (stuff was falling out) and put a tie that knots into a bow at the centre, that seemed to help alot. I won’t assault you with pictures of me wearing it. But if your in Cuba in November you just might see me wearing it on the beach.
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Print double knit.
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Aug 5, 2008, 10.43 AMby naughtylittlepony
Gorgeous bikini! That is just the sort of thing I like when it comes to swim wear. Great job.
Aug 4, 2008, 11.11 PMby chicaboom
Thanks for reminding me that there is a Burda bikini-pattern, I have been thinking about making one for my holidays! I definitely prefer your version with the boyshorts though, and also the wider bands look better. Really well done, you’ve inspired me!
Aug 4, 2008, 03.48 PMby nehmah
I like this revision. Is the bottom still called “boy trunks” or is there a newer term? Have a great trip. I will think of you with each helping of turkey. ;) Nehmah