Custom Swimwear Book

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Please note: Eventually, all of the content from all of the Spandex Simplified books will be available on this blog, in updated and expanded form.

Spandex Simplified: Custom Swimwear

"Custom Swimwear" is the sixth title in Marie Porter's "Spandex Simplified" series, and is all about designing and creating flattering, comfortable, and durable swimwear.

This sewing manual is written from the experience of not only a spandex designer, but a former "performance" athlete.

Written in layman terms, "Custom Swimwear" features carefully explained, step-by-step instructions and more than 250 full colour photos and diagrams. Requiring only basic sewing knowledge to get started, beginner and advanced seamstresses alike can enjoy using this book... and produce spectacular results from it.

Learn how to design swimsuits that flatter any body type and how to alter patterns for shape, size, and style. Learn the tips, tricks, and techniques to make many of the design elements that can be used to design and create almost any style of swimsuit imaginable!

"Custom Swimwear" teaches everything from the basics, to more advanced techniques - like underwired bikini tops! (Which are easier to make, than you may think!)

For a complete table of contents, and more info, see the end of this page.

Paperback, 142 pages
Publisher: Celebration Generation
ISBN: 978-0-9850036-0-9
Language: English
Release Date: April 2, 2014

This book is available on Amazon, click here to read the reviews or purchase there.

Please note: Eventually, all of the content from all of the Spandex Simplified books will be available on this blog, in updated and expanded form.

Spandex Simplified: Custom Swimwear

Table of Contents

Basic Principals of Swimwear Design

- Figure Flaw Camouflage
- Proper Fit
- Designing for YOU
- Functionality
- Colour Theory
- Unity
- Selecting Fabrics

Pattern Alterations

- Measuring
- Using a Pattern
- Sizing a Pattern
- Adding & removing Length
- Adjusting Curve of the Back
- Adjusting the Butt Length
- Altering Leg Openings
- Adjusting the Skirt Line
- Ruching
- Base Pattern Alteration Final Notes

Sewing Techniques

- In the Beginning
- Cutting the Fabric
- Seams
- Elastic Application
- Thread Colour Selection
- Colour Blocking
- Applique
- Lining
- Piping
- Making Straps
- Making Strings
- Closures
- Contrasting Elastic Binding
- Hems
- Ruffles
- "Scrunch Butt"

Suit Assembly

- Basic order of Operations
- Skirted Suit >
- Basic String Bikini
- Basic Strappy Bottom
- Underwire Tops

Style Techniques

- Backs and Necklines
- Skirted Designs
- Monokinis

Embellishments

- Getting Started
- Hand Painting
- Foil Embossing
- Crystals

Accessories

- Scrunchies
- Sarong Skirts

Proper Care of Swimwear

Resources

Note Pages