Hi Everyone,
I’m Liesel and mama to two boys and I big heart sewing for them.
I’m here to help you try and navigate the seas of boys swim pattern options. There are so many and it’s very overwhelming. I had help from the sewing community in compiling this list. I have not tried every pattern listed, nor do I own every pattern. It is not all inclusive but does include the basics to get you going. I know you’ll find something you love for those boys to have the perfect summer swim wear.
Swim bottom patterns designed for boardshort fabric. These are more traditional swim trunk style patterns.
| Company | Name | Link | Attribution |
| 5 out of 4 | Kids Swim Trunks | https://5outof4.com/product/kids-swim-trunks/?affiliates=298&fbclid=IwAR3dqRw9vLTs0zcug6n-J9QSzAYdVcXvYvYMf5egGLV1tSvUownkJT4dALY | Trissa Scott Bouwhuis |
| Ellie and Mac | High Tide | https://www.ellieandmac.com/products/boys-high-tide-boardshorts-swim-brief-pattern | Liesel Tavenner |
| Lowland Kids | Swim Boardies | https://lowlandkids.com/products/swim-boardies | Amber Guillot |
| Suco by Susanna | Manuel Swim Shorts | https://www.sucobysusana.com/collections/meninos-boys/products/manuel-swim-shorts-pdf-pattern-english?fbclid=IwAR1pJpZGE3DJZgLGf5UJflIEISLM7maxocYAqNEW8DW03H8yfqzv7m9BIbo |
Swim bottom patterns designed for swim fabric. These are swim shorts or brief style patterns.
| Company | Name | Link | Attribution |
| Sew Like My Mom | Palm Euro Suit | https://sewlikemymom.com/boys-patterns/palm-euro-suit-12m-8/ | Liesel Tavenner |
| Peek a Boo Pattern Shop | Monaco Swim Trunks | https://www.peekaboopatternshop.com/monaco-swim-trunks/ | Stacey Bebb https://www.facebook.com/groups/1662837587354077 |
Shirts designed for swim fabric.
| Company | Name | Link | Attribution |
| Made by Jacks Mum | Beach Rashie | https://madebyjacksmum.com/shop/reef-beach-rashie/ | Kelly DeLashmit Simonsen |
| Peek a Boo Pattern Shop | Hang Ten Rash Guard | https://www.peekaboopatternshop.com/hang-ten-rash-guard/ | Stacey Bebb https://www.facebook.com/groups/1662837587354077 |
All over suits designed for swim fabric (or hacked to use swim fabric). Great for sun protection.
| Company | Name | Link | Attribution |
| Made by Jacks Mum | Sunshine Swim Romper | https://madebyjacksmum.com/shop/sunshine-swim-romper/ | Kelly DeLashmit Simonsen |
| Peek a Boo Pattern Shop | Aloha Burn Blocker | https://www.peekaboopatternshop.com/aloha-burn-blocker-suit/ | Stacey Bebb https://www.facebook.com/groups/1662837587354077 |
| Brindille and Twig | Rolled Hem Romper Hack | https://brindilletwig.com/products/rolled-hem-romper-089 | Liesel Tavenner |
Here’s a list of patterns that can be hacked into swim wear either by using boardshort fabric or swim fabric.
| Pattern | Link |
| Tops with Swim Fabric | |
| Petite Stichery Ragtag Raglan | https://petitestitchery.com/shop/boys-ragtag-raglan-tee/ |
| Duck Butt Designs Essential Raglan | http://www.duckbuttdesigns.com/product/essential-raglan |
| Bottoms with Swim fabric | |
| Violette Threads Pippa | https://violettefieldthreads.com/products/pippa-swimsuit |
| Brindille and Twig Bummies | https://brindilletwig.com/collections/free/products/bummies-119 |
| Bottoms with Boarshort Fabric | |
| Misusu Ollie Shorts | https://www.misusu.co/products/summer-olli-shorts-pants-pdf-sewing-pattern |
| Rabbit Rabbit Rabbit Endless Bucket Shorts | https://www.etsy.com/fr/listing/211495956/endless-summer-bucket-shorts-boys-pocket?ref=shop_home_active_3 |
| New Horizons Alpine Shorts | https://newhorizonsdesigns.com/product/alpine-shorts-and-trousers/ |
| Duck Butt Designs Treasure Pocket Shorts | http://www.duckbuttdesigns.com/product/treasure-pocket-shorts |
I hope you found this round up useful. I know I’m inspired by all these great makes. Special thank you to Stacey Bebb from Lollipop Garden, Amber Guillot from Thicket Threads, Kelly DeLashmit Simonsen, and Trissa Scott Bouwhuis for sharing their lovely pictures with us.
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