Swim Suit Fabric
"I've made several suits myself, not quite as modest as your sister's pattern, Crystal, but more modest than what they have in the stores. I've had the best luck with completely synthetic fabrics as they last longer, but it is hard finding sufficiently THICK synthetics. What fabric does your sister use? -Alice"
She uses four-way stretch lycra and just gets the thicker kind so that it won't be see-through when wet and will be durable. We've found a number of really pretty swimsuit fabrics. This past week they were on sale at Joann's for $5/yard! I got the fabric and all accessories for my suit for under $15!
posted by Crystal Paine at 2:36 PM
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Thanks for answering! That's what I use, too; I probably just have to look more carefully to find thicker varieties. I usually end up using dark colors and patterns to make up for the lack of thickness.
You certainly got a super deal on your swimsuit stuff! I missed that sale, but there's always next time... and since I have sewing projects piled up as it is, my fiance would probably not be pleased if I came home with yet MORE fabric! lol
:) Alice
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