Knitted clothes have always been in demand among fashionistas. The products are practical, easy to use, and original. They are also suitable for the summer season, so many women strive to crochet a swimsuit with their own hands. Seductive, exclusive items allow you to effectively demonstrate the advantages of your figure. Thanks to the variety of styles and colors, you can create unique beach ensembles.
Selecting yarn and tools
Knitted swimsuits are very popular this season. Girls often refuse stylish models, believing that they take a long time to dry, lose color in the sun and stretch. In fact, all these negative consequences can be avoided by choosing the right material. Today, the range of suitable yarn is quite large. In its production, high-quality dyes are used that are not washed off by chlorinated water and do not fade with regular exposure to sunlight.
Swimsuit yarn from German and Italian manufacturers is extremely popular on the market. Turkish products made from polyamide, elastane, and acrylic raw materials are becoming increasingly widespread. The following types of threads are optimal for knitting swimsuits:
- Cotton 100%. The thinnest options are suitable: up to 300 m per 50 g. This material of natural origin is distinguished by a wide variety of bright colors. But finished products made from it can dry for a long time, the surface is slightly rough when wet.
- Yarn with elastane. The swimsuits fit perfectly, dry quickly, and are pleasant to the touch.
- Threads made of chemical fibers. They are distinguished by their attractive appearance and softness, but some samples slip out of your fingers, complicating the work process.
It is not recommended to crochet a swimsuit from viscose yarn. In water it becomes stiff, can stretch a lot and tear.
When choosing natural cotton, you need to pay attention to the quality of twisting. Experts recommend combining yarn with elastic tape or using a second monofilament when knitting. As for color, classic black and white items are relevant - they beautifully shade a golden tan. This season, blue, light blue, malachite and sea wave shades are popular. Emerald and purple tones look attractive on pale skin, while pink, mint, and pastel tones look good on dark skin.
To create a beautiful swimsuit, in addition to threads, you will also need to choose the right tools. The hook should not be too thick, optimal for the selected material. Mostly, all swimsuit models are made using tool No. 2 or 3. Scissors, decorative elements, diagrams and a detailed description of the work process will also come in handy. Rhinestones, beads, stones, ribbons, fringe are used for decoration.
Suitable models
Several styles are suitable for creating a crochet swimsuit. The main thing here is the quality of the product, if it is perfect, any fashionista will become a real queen of the beach. 5 popular models of crochet swimsuits:
- One-piece. Suits young girls and mature women who do not want to show their belly to others. Closed knitted items with mesh are decorated with floral ornaments, patterns, look gentle and feminine.
- Bikini. The model is ideal for fashionistas with a flawless figure, allows you to get an even tan. Panties with ties will add flirtatiousness and romance to the image.
- Thong swimsuits. Help to emphasize a slim, toned figure.
- Options with shorts. Relevant anywhere: on a public beach, in a pool or at a resort. The model is also convenient for active sports.
- Monokini. This option will suit owners of feminine curvy shapes. To visually make the waist thinner, airy lassos or mesh are used.
Crocheting is a fascinating activity that allows you to create a variety of swimsuits. It is important to remember that overly revealing styles consisting of small pieces of fabric will look too vulgar. It is better to make such models from fabric.
Decoding the diagram
Patterns are formed from repeating uniform elements. The totality of these details is a fragment of the drawing. Knitting patterns for swimsuits consist of a system of special symbols. To decipher, you need to focus on the language of symbols:
- A symbol resembling an oval. These are air loops, which are mainly used to start knitting, to set the first row.
- Cross. A single crochet stitch used to increase the density of the fabric.
- T-shaped symbol. Half double crochet, used to create a less tight knit.
- Crossed T. Column with one yarn over.
- Cross with a loop on top. Twisted column, used for tying the edge of the product.
- T with a pair of lines. Double crochet.
- Cross with a line above. Slip stitch for circular knitting.
- T with three stripes. Column with 3 yarns.
These are the fundamental symbols from which the diagram and description are formed. Other icons are formed on their basis.
Knitting always starts from the bottom up, the rows are read in order, the first - from right to left, the next - from left to right.
Instructions for making popular models
To understand how to crochet swimsuits, use ready-made patterns with a detailed description of all the steps. If you follow them strictly, even beginners can update their wardrobe without much effort. Several models are offered for self-production: a one-piece swimsuit, a tankini, with a high waist, a bikini, and an openwork one.
Fused
The crocheted one-piece swimsuit suits absolutely all representatives of the fairer sex, regardless of the silhouette features. To make it, you need 100% acrylic - 200 g for size M and hook No. 1.75. You need to follow the instructions:
- To make the front part, cast on 15 air loops and knit 12 rows. Attach the thread of the second skein, create 11 loops, cut off the end, from row 13 to 63, all manipulations are carried out according to the diagram.
- The cups are knitted first from the 1st to the 23rd row, after which the last two are repeated 41 times. A thread is passed through the middle of the front part, creating the second element.
- For the back, knit 15 air loops, then work with rows 1–70 according to the pattern.
- Perform side seams.
This type of swimsuit is distinguished by a variety of design options and styles: monokini, plunge, retro, sport. Some products are complemented by tightening inserts for body shaping.
Tankini
It is a separate model consisting of a T-shirt and panties. The swimsuit, knitted from thin yarn, modestly covers the body, hides figure flaws. The product resembles sportswear, so it successfully masks problem areas. For overweight women, options consisting of a skirt and a top are recommended.
For size 34/36 you will need 200 g of yarn (96% cotton, 4% polyester). The master class will help you make a swimsuit with your own hands:
- For the front part of the slips, cast on 12 air loops, after 18 rows add 1 x 1 st on both sides, then in each - 4 x 1 st.
- To create the back of the slips, make a chain of 12 loops, after 6 rows add 1 x 1 st, in each next row add 14 x 1 st. Knit one circle - 130 single crochets.
- To create the top, attach a thread to the 13th column of the front part of the slips. In accordance with the diagrams and descriptions, the swimsuit is crocheted further.
- The straps are made from a chain consisting of 70 air loops, a total of 4 rows are required. Before finishing, you need to check the length of the straps, a total of two elements are needed.
- When all the details of the swimsuit are crocheted, assembly is done. The straps are attached to the top crosswise, and buttons are sewn to the back.
A tankini swimsuit is suitable for energetic girls who love swimming and beach sports.
The style is quite narrow, so it is necessary to check the width of each detail during the work. To increase the size, it is enough to use a thicker hook, to decrease - a thin one.
Separate with high waist
Retro styles are becoming increasingly popular in beach fashion. The products are distinguished by their elegant appearance, help to make the silhouette more harmonious, narrowing the waist and rounding the hips. First, you need to decide what yarn to knit the swimsuit from. The best yarns are made of polyamide (100%), you will need a skein of 100 g, as well as hooks No. 3 and 6, decorative ties. How to crochet a swimsuit step by step:
- The swimming trunks consist of two parts. For the first part, 25 air loops are collected, knitting is carried out according to the scheme. For the second part, the thread is attached to the original chain. A pair of ties about 2 meters long are created.
- For the bodice, 190 air loops are cast on. The product is processed using picot. A 1.2-meter-long tie is used to create beautiful lacing.
Dense knitting helps to hide figure flaws and accentuate the waistline.
High-waisted swimsuits are ideal for those with luxurious curves. They look good on an hourglass figure. The model is ideal for girls with a barely noticeable tummy.
Openwork
Openwork items, suitable for those with a slim figure, are extremely popular. Lace weaving looks quite revealing, so modest fashionistas should pay attention to closed options. You will need 120 g of cotton yarn, hooks No. 2.5 and 1.5. Detailed instructions for beginners will help you create an attractive beach outfit:
- The cups are made separately, tied with single crochet stitches on the sides, and three rows with crochet stitches at the bottom.
- Four knitted straps are attached to the cups, each 40 cm long.
- Before crocheting panties, dial 15 new air loops. Then knit 10 rows, 9 times increase on each side. For expansion, add one loop in each row at least 18 times.
- The front and back parts of the product are connected, and a strap is made on the sides.
The elegance of lace swimsuits allows fashionistas to remain attractive and feminine while swimming. The products are made quickly and easily, ideal for beginners.
Bikini
It is a type of open swimsuit, consists of a bra with thin straps and small panties. To make it, you will need 90 g of stretch cotton or thin acrylic, hook No. 1.5 or No. 1.9, ribbons in the color of the threads. How to crochet a bikini swimsuit step by step:
- Cast on 20 air loops and make a braid-like binding. The following rows will be turning.
- Each cup is tied in a circle. It is important to ensure the symmetry of the elements.
- When making panties, work starts from the bottom. Cast on 20 air loops, knit up to 8 turning rows. You can take underwear as a basis and apply the product, changing its parameters.
- The back part of the swimming trunks is made according to the same principle and is attached to the front.
- For the straps, cut a piece of tape that will be placed around the neck. The straps are sewn to the top of the bra.
- The product is decorated with bows made of satin ribbons of a suitable color.
Open garments look best on a slim figure, since all existing flaws will be visible.
Making swimsuits with a crochet hook is an interesting creative process. The result is exclusive items that are comfortable, practical and beautiful. Do-it-yourself knitting is a great opportunity to choose the perfect beachwear model for your size and body type.
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