Swimsuit

There are two commonly used fabrics for pattern making: calico and muslin. They are both plain-woven textiles made from cotton. What is the most recommended material for pattern drafting? Dot Paper aka Alphabet Paper To see the pattern you’re tracing even better, place it onto a light colored background and a good light always helps. […]

3. Use swim-specific elastic. All swimsuits require elastic, but you want to avoid using standard polyester elastic because it will not hold up to chlorine and salt. Instead, look for chlorine-resistant cotton or rubber elastic. Should swimwear be tight or loose? When done up on the loosest set of hooks, it should be snug enough […]

As a result, many people are asking if they can cut elastic lengthwise – i.e. “Can I cut 1/2″ elastic in half to make 1/4″ elastic?” I do not recommend cutting elastic in half lengthwise, it almost always makes the elastic fray and/or lose integrity. Can I cut wide elastic to make it thinner? You […]

Top tips for dealing with your period at the beach Wear a tampon. Okay, this one is an obvious one! Wear a pad. You may be thinking, how on earth is that going to work?! Bring extras. Salty water and sand, what a combination. Disposal. Go pad free. Wear a dark coloured swimsuit. Bring pain […]

For those who either don’t want to wear a tampon or menstrual cup while swimming or just want extra protection, period swimwear is a great new option. While they look just like your favorite bathing suits, period swimwear has a hidden absorbent lining. Can you wear a bathing suit while on period? Use a tampon, […]

Elastic thread is thicker and stretchier than regular thread. So it’s useful when you’re working with stretchy fabrics. You typically use elastic thread in your sewing machine in combination with regular thread. It helps to create clothing that gives a little, such as a top with shirring. What is elastic thread called? Shirring is a […]

A swimsuit is an item of clothing designed to be worn by people engaging in a water-based activity or water sports, such as swimming, diving and surfing, or sun-orientated activities, such as sun bathing. Different types may be worn by men, women, and children. What is considered a bathing suit? a piece of clothing for […]

Chlorine levels in a Home – Trouble Free Pool pool are generally in the range of 4 to 8 ppm. That’s parts per million. That’s not enough to damage fabric. Yes the chlorine used in pools will bleach out clothing and that bleach spot can’t be fixed or repaired. Can pool water bleach your clothes? […]

Male swimmers may be asked to shave their entire bodies including their arms, arm pits, even their heads. Male swimmers should not feel uncomfortable with this practice. The body hair grows back quickly and rare is the occasion that anyone away from swimming even notices. Do professional swimmers shave or wax? Some Olympic swimmers do […]

Bandeau – A strapless one-piece or bikini top offering bare shoulders for no tan lines. Due to having less support they’re best suited for cup sizes A – C. Some have strings you can use or tuck away. Bandeau Swim Tops. Banded Bottoms – A bikini bottom that has a wider fabric covered elastic band […]

One of the most popular ways to wear a bandeau is to pair it with any shirt with a plunging neckline. Forget about camis. Slip on a bandeau and you’ll be covered. Try using a color or pattern that contrasts with your shirt to really make a statement. When can you wear bandeau? ​Bandeaus are […]

Holding a bra padding insert that can be found inside a sports bra or bathing suit top—a piece that many of us remove and toss—she began cutting it into the shape of a triangle. She then inserted the piece directly into the slip that exists on most bathing suit bottoms and underwear. How do you […]

Air-Dry. Hang the rash guard from a sturdy hanger to air-dry away from direct sunlight. Never place rash guards in a dryer or iron them because high heat will weaken the fabric. Can you wear a rash guard as a shirt? A rash guard can be worn as a swim top, but also as a […]

What do you wear under a rash guard or swim shirt? Women typically wear a swim suit top or one piece swimsuit under a rash guard or swim shirt for extra modesty. What is the purpose of a swim shirt? Whether you’re going for a rash guard or a swim shirt, the purpose they serve […]

Though there are some heat transfer vinyls with a very aggressive adhesive like Stahls’ SuperTEK® line, the only way to really make sure the HTV sticks to a waterproof or water resistant garment is to remove the coating. This is primarily done with DWR’s (durable water repellent). Can you iron-on waterproof fabric? Do NOT use […]

Use scissors and an X-ACTO to cut out your letters. Peel off the plastic covering and place the vinyl letters onto the bathing suit. Cover the letters with a cloth and iron for about two minutes. The cloth could cause your letters to move around so we suggest ironing a few letters at a time. […]

No. Bathing suits are almost always made of synthetic materials like polyester, nylon, polypropylene, Lycra, or spandex. These materials have low melting point and will burn if you put an iron to them. Can you heat press swimwear? Did you know that you can put heat transfer vinyl on a swimsuit!? YES YOU CAN! and […]

Lay the newspapers over you ironing board, and using your hot iron, run the iron directly over the Speedo logo, until it begins to melt. The melted logo will curl into little balls which you can pick off using Tweezers. Keep running the iron over the logo until the logo has “curdled.” Then remove. Can […]

Mine were just fine… there’s cold water shower things at the area where you get out of the mud bath..just make sure to rinse it all off as soon as you’re done… over a year ago. My suit was purple and on the inside it had some black on it, but after I washed it […]

As a rule of thumb, you should hang clothes that crease easily. Fabrics like pure cotton, cotton/rayon blends, and linen are all crease-prone. In addition to these fabrics, formal wear, clothing with a lot of small details, bras with pads, and jackets with shoulder pads should also be hung. Should I hang or fold cotton? […]