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Crosby

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Advanced Intermediate

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Skill Level Guide

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Beginner

Beginner sewing patterns teach the most foundational sewing techniques. These patterns focus on the basics like sewing and finishing straight and curved seams, hemming, and simple shaping methods such as darts and gathers. In addition, beginner patterns omit closures, making them perfect if you are new to sewing or are looking for a quick and easy make.

Advanced Beginner

Advanced Beginner sewing patterns expand on the skills learned at the beginner level, helping you to build confidence and range as a sewer. You'll find simple knitwear projects, bias tape finishing techniques, and begin to explore closures at this skill level.

Intermediate

Intermediate level sewing patterns focus on more precision sewing. In this skill level, you'll learn specialty closures. Intermediate patterns also introduce the skills needed for simple lingerie and athletic wear projects.

Advanced Intermediate

Advanced Intermediate sewing patterns feature specialty skills and focus on exploring niche sewing. You'll find projects like swimwear, lingerie, bias-cut garments, and lined outerwear.

Advanced

Advanced sewing patterns require great precision and time investment. You'll find tailored pieces in this category with elevated details like bound buttonholes and welt pockets.

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  • Fabric & Supplies

    Nylon Lycra swimwear fabrics with 4-way stretch and 60% - 80% stretch. Fabrics with 2-way stretch will not work for this pattern.

    Swimwear lining fabric with 4-way stretch and 60% - 80% stretch. Lining fabrics with 2-way stretch will not work for this pattern.

    Seamwork Members! Get exclusive fabric discounts here!

    All-purpose polyester sewing thread, ballpoint needle, ballpoint twin needle, 1/4" swimwear elastic (Misses: 5 1/4 - 6 5/8 yards (4.8 - 6.1 meters). Curvy: 6 7/8 - 7 7/8 yards (6.3 - 7.1 meters)), 3/4" swimwear elastic (Misses: 1/2 yards (.5 meters). Curvy: 3/4 yards (.75 meters)). Optional: 2 molded foam bra cups and loop turner or bodkin.

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  • Sizing & Fit

    Krystal is wearing a size 10 Crosby swimsuit with 1 1/2” added to the waist and hip and 1/4” added to the rise. Her measurements are 38 1/2”, 32”, 41 1/2” and she is 5’9”.

    Our Misses patterns are drafted for a C cup and our Curvy patterns are drafted for DD. Both are drafted for a height of 5'8" (172 cm).

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    We want to help you achieve the best fit possible so you can sew garments you truly love. Our fit guides are designed to help you better understand the fit and details of each pattern. Use fit guides in conjunction with the finished measurement chart to better understand the ease and intended fit of each pattern.

  • Details

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Pattern Extras

Crosby Bonus

The member bonus variation for the Crosby suit features a scoop neckline and eliminates the shirring at the side seams to create a sleek, beginner friendly swimsuit. Like the original Crosby pattern, it also features a shelf bra, optional foam cups, and convertible straps for support.

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