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Paradise Patterns Cowrie Kini Sewing Pattern PDF

The Paradise Patterns Cowrie Kini is a bikini pattern with two style options for the top and a French cut bottom with medium coverage and two waist rise options.

View A, the flat front top, is finished with fold over elastic and has a G-hook closure in the back. You can choose either mid- or high rise bottoms for both views. View B, the tie front top, is self faced and this construction is commonly called “seamless”, meaning you don’t see the seams and the lining and main fabric is the same.

You will learn:

  • How to sew swimwear on your regular sewing machine, no serger necessary
  • Two ways of finishing edges on a bikini

A physical print out of the instruction booklet will NOT be included. You can view the instruction booklet on your device at home, print it out at home, or add the 'printed pattern instructions' product (see link below) to your order and we will print it for you.

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Three women in swimsuits standing in a body of water with trees in the background
Woman in a blue bikini standing in water with trees in the background
Woman wearing a white bikini with a blurred natural background
Woman in a pink plaid bikini lying on the sand with a blurred background
Woman in a red swimsuit standing on a dirt path with trees in the background
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Woman wearing a pink plaid bikini standing on a beach with greenery in the background
Woman wearing a light green bikini top and colorful sarong in a natural setting.
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Three women in swimsuits standing in shallow water with a scenic background.
Cowrie Kini bikini pattern with model photos and design views on a pink background
Fit guide for swimwear with measurements and illustrations on a white background
Fabric and elastic requirements chart for sewing patterns on a white background

Size Range

Bust 28”-58” and hips 31”-61”

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Sewing Level

Intermediate

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Fabric

Choose knit fabric labeled “swim” or “active wear” with 4-way stretch. Typical compositions include Nylon/Spandex and Polyester/Lycra. Aim for at least 15% of elastane (also known as Spandex or Lycra).

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Sizing

Sizes A-P

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Notions

View A:

  • 1”(2.5cm) foldover elastic
  • 3/8(1cm) swim elastic for shoulder strap
  • 5/8”(1.5cm) G-hook

View B:

  • 1/4”(6mm) swim elastic