Beach Cover Up Sewing Pattern
Looking for an easy sew project that’s practical, fun, and perfect for summer? This beach cover-up sewing pattern ticks all the boxes.
Whether you prefer tank tops or short sleeves, this full pattern gives you the flexibility to create a unique and stylish piece that looks great thrown over a swimsuit or bathing suit. With a soft drape and flattering flat front, it’s one of those digital PDF sewing patterns you’ll come back to year after year.
Why You’ll Love This Sewing Project
This beach cover-up is a great pattern for beginners and experienced sewists alike. It includes a measurement chart for the perfect fit, clear color photo instructions, and printable pattern pieces ready for your sewing machine.
The shoulder seam and arm hole are marked for easy alignment, and the bias tape finish gives a clean edge around the neckline and sleeves. You’ll love the quick turnaround — a few hours of hard work and you’ll have a swimsuit cover-up that rivals anything in the shops.
Different Ways to Make This Beach Cover-Up Unique
One of the best things about this PDF pattern is how many different ways you can make it your own.
- Use a lightweight cotton with a soft drape or go bold with a patterned beach towel for a laid-back, summery vibe.
- Add pom poms to the bottom hem for a playful touch, or contrast your bias tape for a pop of color.
- Flip the fabric for a two-tone effect by using the right sides and wrong side creatively.
Whether you’re heading to the pool or relaxing by the sea, this sewing project is a must-have. Use your paper pattern or digital download link to print the full pattern, cut out the pattern features, and start stitching. A swimsuit cover-up that fits perfectly and shows off your style? Yes, please.
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Materials Needed
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- Free beach cover up sewing pattern
- Light and flowy fabrics like linen, chiffon, lightweight cotton, viscose, polyester or rayon, as well as mid-weight 100% cotton double gauze.
- x2 Buttons, 1″ diameter (we have the perfect buttons made from driftwood in our Etsy Shop…check them out!)
- Fabric scissors
- Sewing machine and matching thread
How to Make a Beach Cover Up
DOUBLE turn ALL unfinished edges of MAIN (1) piece towards WRONG side and top-stitch with a 1/4” hem allowance.
At the single circle at FRONT hem, attach button with hand sewing, one button on each side. If needed, reinforce the button placement with a square fabric scrap placed on the WRONG side.
Next, fold and press with iron long edges of BUTTON LOOP (2) piece towards wrong side by 1/4”. Fold BUTTON LOOP piece in half, aligning folded edges together and stitch along the edge.
Fold BUTTON LOOP in half to form the actual loop and stay-stitch the raw edges together.
At the single circles at BACK hem, position the folded BUTTON LOOP (2) piece with looped end overlapping the side and stitch in place securing loops to cover up.
To complete, fold MAIN (1) piece in half LENGTHWISE with WRONG sides together and fasten the button loop over the button to secure the sides together.
Wear and enjoy!
Your Go-To Summer Pattern
With simple pattern pieces, helpful instructions, and endless customisation options, this beach cover-up PDF pattern is a go-to summer project. It’s an easy sew, a great gift idea, and a satisfying way to turn fabric into something useful and beautiful.
Download the pattern, prep your fabric, fire up your sewing machine, and create a cover-up you’ll reach for every time you hit the beach.
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