1960's Catalina Swim Suit: Pucci Style Print on a One Piece Bathing Suit

This terrific Catalina swimsuit with it's Pucci inspired fabric design is a 1960's or early 1970's example of the one-piece maillot showing strong fashion influences.

Retro Swim Suit to Sew: Vogue 9255

Clockwise, from top left: Vintage Shaheen pattern, Tiki print, blue hibiscus

Finding a good vintage swimsuit pattern is hard to do. How to sew a retro style swim suit has just been made easier with modern sized Vogue 9255.  It seems to offer just the right style for sewing up a two piece bathing suit in a retro style. This vintage reprint sewing pattern is perfect for cottons and quilting fabrics too.