The versatility of patterns is one of my most favorite parts of sewing; I love figuring out how different fabrics will change the look or vibe of a piece. For the Thyme Bodysuit, I wanted to make something that can transition through each season effortlessly. This lace version is perfect for the summer and fall, but you could easily make it with a heavier knit for the cooler months. Plus, pair it with one of Mood’s many adorable tricot prints, and you have a new swim suit!
Fabrics & materials used:
- 1 yard Port Royale Rosy Re-Embroidered Stretch Crochet Lace
- 1/2 yard Burgundy Stretch Ponte Knit
- Natural and Gold Snap Tape
- Aubergine Gutermann Sew All Thread
- MDF062 – The Thyme Bodysuit Sewing Pattern (free download below!)
All seam allowances are 1/2″ unless otherwise stated. See chart below for sizing specifications. Note, this specific pattern is available up to a size 30.
First, cut your front bodice panels from both your main fabric and your lining. Attach each half to its counterpart to create two bodice cups. I chose to use French seams and sew both layers as if they were one fabric, as you can see in the image to the left.
To finish the front of your bodice, fold the raw edges of your lining inward and sew along the scalloped edges of your lace to tack the lining into place.
Next, attach your lower front and back panels at the sides. I recommend using a serger, or a regular zig-zag stitch on your machine to avoid losing any stretch.
You can also use this step to try on the lower section of your bodysuit and take in the sides if need be. Roll the hem of the leg holes, secure with a zig-zag stitch, and overlap the crotch about 1″ to be sure it isn’t too loose. Once it’s a comfortable fit, add 2 snaps of your snap tape to either end to secure.
Lastly, form the back of your bodysuit bodice by connecting your two pieces along the center back seam. Attach to each of your front bodice cups at the shoulders and then roll the top edge of your lower bodysuit. Pin and zig-zag stitch the top of your bodysuit to the lower half.
15 comments
Courtney Norris !!!! I am one of your groupies ! You are super talented and I love your bold style . Rock on lady !
All the best ,
Lesley Keeble
Asheville , NC
Ahh, thank you so much!! That’s such a sweet compliment. I’m glad you’re enjoying the blog! 😀
Beautiful, can’t wait to make this.
You have no idea how excited I was to see this. You’re so curvy (or the model is)! And the sizing rocks! Can’t wait to try this out!
Thank you for thinking of us full figured and sexy ladies. You let us know we can be sexy why seeing. Thank you.
It is incredible that this pattern goes from sizes 0-30!! I am so impressed with the sizing and excited to try this pattern. Thanks for thinking about the big gals too!
Thank you very much
Merci pour le partage je vais bientôt le essayer
Wonderful sewing pattern and so sexy.
So glad I found this! Exactly what I was looking for my trip to Barbados 🙂
I just made this and it’s fabulous. I will say that those of us with slightly smaller busts (ha) might have to take in the top quite a bit!! I also added lace in the middle to offer more coverage. Such a great pattern though and super easy to make! Thanks!
This is so lovely!!! Thank you!!! I have this lace in the sunflower/mustard yellow color but it doesn’t have galloon/scalloped edges. Did you cut around the flowers to create the scallops or did this lace already have a finished edge?? Thanks so much for the great pattern.
Hi there! The lace I used already had a scalloped edge, but you could also cut around the flowers for a DIY scalloped edge with most laces. I’d test it on the edge of your fabric first to make sure your lace doesn’t fray.
Thanks so much Courtney! I will try it. This is so beautiful!
This was really fun to make. I had a lace dress with lining that was too big and just the right amount of fabric. I may have made a size too small because this covers WAY less on me than you. But hey it still looks sexy. (: Thank you so much for sharing this.
One think that may help others: perhaps you could note in the pattern or the directions that the front and back could be cut on a fold or flipped? I almost made a big mistake with my limited fabric.