Are you summer ready? Why not grab your crochet hook and some yarn and get started on your own crochet bikini or swimsuit today?
I’ve compiled 10 stunning crochet bikinis and swimsuit patterns that are free and made for all sizes.
And if you’ve never made a crochet swimsuit before, not to worry because there are beginner-friendly options with step-by-step video tutorials that you can follow.
Not sure about how crochet bikinis work? If you have plenty of questions, you can go and check out this FAQ about Crochet Bikinis & Swimsuits list here. It covers questions like “Does crochet bikinis sag” or “Are they see-through?”…
I will also share with you the best crochet swimwear yarn to use and how to use them. Including special wash and care methods.
All crochet patterns cover all sizes from A to G Cups to XS – 5XL bottoms because making an all-size-inclusive design matters to me. Plus they are all easily adjustable too.
If you are more of a visual person, I’ve got you covered. I have all these patterns in my Video tutorials that you can watch on my YouTube channel instead.
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Things You Need for the Perfect Crochet Bikini / Swimsuit 🧶
Before you go off with ANY yarn, read this first. Crochet Swimsuits require elastane for them to stretch and retract back into place.
The purpose of Swim Yarn is for it to be lightweight yet strong enough to hug your body, especially when wet!
Here are two of my favorite Crochet bikini & Swimsuit yarns:
Cascade Fixation Yarns is a great choice for crocheting bikinis and swimsuits due to its blend of cotton and elastic, which provides the perfect stretch and durability needed for any swimwear.
For this yarn, you will need a hook size of 2.25mm to 2.5mm. I like the crochet hooks from Susan Bates and Clover. They work really well for tighter and smaller stitches.
Related Post: Cascade Fixation Yarns for Crochet Swimwear
Alize Diva Stretch, on the other hand, is a lightweight microfiber acrylic yarn with elastane, It is a quick-drying yarn that is super stretchy, which would need some getting used to.
Another great thing about this yarn is that it has a sheer finish, almost similar to regular swimsuit material and It also offers plenty of gorgeous colors to choose from.
The best hook to use would be a much smaller hook size between 1.5mm – 2.0mm.
Another thing you would need when making crochet bottoms are round faced elastic rubber band no larger than 1.2mm
Are Crochet Swimwear See-Through? 👀
Crochet bikinis & swimsuits can vary in transparency depending on the design, pattern, and thickness of the yarn used when creating a suit.
In general, crochet swimwear made from larger crochet hooks and bigger stitches will be more see-through as compared to those made from smaller hooks or tighter stitches.
It’s also worth noting the transparency of lighter color yarn and blend may vary when wet, as the fibers can become more transparent when soaked in water. But this will not happen with the yarns mentioned earlier.
If you’re still concerned about it being see-through, you can always add a nude lining on the inside of your swimwear and add cup inserts.
10 Fun & Free Crochet Bikinis & Swimsuit Patterns for All Sizes
Quick & Comfortable Crochet Bralette | Free Pattern & Video Tutorial
Check out the most comfortable Crochet Bralette Bikini Top you need to make. Free Crochet Pattern & Video Tutorial
Fun & Flirty Crochet Monokini Swimsuit 👙 | Free Crochet Pattern
This Crochet Monokini Swimsuit is fun & flirty with lots of room for play. Make this swimsuit with the free written pattern available
Easy Crochet Bralette You Will Love | Free Pattern & Video
With a fun front twist, check out this easy and free Crochet Bralette pattern that you can make in no time that you will truly love. Video tutorial included.
Cheeky Crochet Bikini Bottom with Double-Sided Bands | Free Pattern & Video Tutorial 📺
This Sahara crochet bikini bottom offers a stunning double-sided band, that is fun and modern, perfect all year round.
One Bralette – Two Fun and Easy Styles | Free Crochet Pattern
Check out this free crochet bralette pattern and see how you can get two styles out of it. Sizes include Cup size A to F
Textured Crochet Bralette Crop Top | Free Pattern & Video Tutorial 📺
Greece inspired colors and pretty alpine texture is what makes this free crochet bralette and crop top pattern fun and quick to make.
Quick Crochet Bralette Bikini Top | Free Crochet Pattern
Looking for a quick crochet bikini top to make in under 2 hours? This free crochet bralette/bikini top pattern is the one to make perfect for any beginner.
Cheeky Bikini Bottom Perfect for Beginners | Free Crochet Pattern
Sunny and Cheeky Crochet Bikini Bottom pattern, perfect for beginners. Grab the free written pattern or watch the video tutorial here
Cheeky Chevron Crochet Bikini Bottom | Free Pattern
Make your own cheeky crochet bikini bottom project with this free crochet chevron pattern.
How to Crochet a String Bikini Top | Free Pattern & Video
Learn how to crochet a String Bikini Top with this free written pattern and step-by-step video tutorial. Perfect for that first project, great for any beginner.
After Care
🫧 Always read the label on your yarn sleeve before washing. Crochet bikinis & swimsuits do not need to be blocked and ideally should be hand washed in cold water and laid flat to dry.🧼
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Happy hooking,
Shaz 🧶
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