I want to show you my summer project.

This is the Ruffled Tankini Swimsuit pattern now available in my shop here.  *Insert cheering*

The kids went back to school today and I’ve been reflecting on my summer.  Some favorites: hiking, hanging out at the lake and getting together with friends and family.

This pattern will also go down in our collective family memory of summer 2016.  I got up early everyday of summer to work on the pattern.  My kids and husband supported me and cheered me on.  When you work from home you need everyone on board and I am so grateful for their support.

Now for all the fun details of the Ruffled Tankini Swimsuit pattern (find it here).

• Pattern includes a tankini top and seperate tankini bottoms.  Sew the top and bottoms in a matching color or contrasting colors.
• Sew the tankini ruffle skirt from a matching fabric or choose a print or textured swimsuit knit.
• Sew the tankini top with 1-3 ruffles.
• The straps and neckline are made from fold over elastic. You can choose a matching elastic or a print to add fun details.
• This pattern is made from a stretchy swimsuit knit so there is no fussy closures.

I have a few fun variations that go with the Ruffled Tankini Swimsuit pattern.  You can find them here.

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The Ruffled Tankini Swimsuit pattern is available here!

Anna