Zip Guard Swimsuit
Dive into summer fun with our exciting new Zip Guard Swimsuit pattern! This one-piece wonder is designed to keep your little ones comfortable, stylish, and sun-safe during all their aquatic adventures. Pair it with the Sunhat for extra sun protection.
Fit & Length
Semi-fitted (shorts version) or fitted (bikini cut), One-Piece
- Full-coverage bottom options including a bikini style or shorts, catering to different preferences.
- The shorts version is a touch looser and is available in sizes NB-6/7, as the fit isn't as suitable for older children.
- The full coverage bikini style is available in NB-9/10 and is fitted. On the bikini cut, diaper coverage goes up to size 2T and non-diaper coverage starts at 12-18 months.
- Choice of short or long sleeves, allowing for style versatility and sun protection
Features
- Distinct collar neckline adds a fun and unique touch to the swimsuit
- Sleek encased zipper design for durability and easy dressing/undressing
- Fabric leg bands ensure a snug and adjustable fit (no fussing with elastic)
- This pattern does have a zipper, which can be intimidating to beginners, but the instructions are simple, perfect for those new to sewing swimwear or looking to refine their skills. We also have a tutorial video HERE
Check out all of our amazing tester photos (all sizes included) : Click Here
Watch our Youtube sew-a-long where we walk you through how to sew the zipper. Click Here
Pattern Type:
PDF - Letter, A0, Projector
Skill Level:
Advanced Beginner
Sizes & Fabric Quantity:
Please note that the fabric requirements below are for both a main fabric and contrasting fabric or liner.
- NB - 6/9M : 3/4 yard/.7 meters
- 9/12M - 2T : 1 yard/1 meter
- 3T - 9/10 : 1 1/2 yard/1.4 meters
- Swim knit or lycra and swim lining - You’ll want a swim knit or lycra that has
good stretch and also good recovery. The usage requirements are for just the
main fabric. You’ll need additional for swim lining. - 1” Nylon zipper (see page 7 of instructions for required lengths)
- Wonder tape (highly recommend for sewing the zipper)
Additional Details:
Once payment has gone through you will be able to download your files immediately! You will also receive both a confirmation email and an email with a link to download your files. The confirmation email will give you the option to view your order where you can download your files. Lots of options! Be sure to check your promotions/spam/junk folders if the email with the file links doesn't come to your inbox.
Please don't share the file with anyone.
If you have any issues feel free to email hello@lowlandkids.com
Kids - Rompers/One piece swimsuits
| Size | Height | Inseam | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NB | 19-21" (53cm) | 6" (15cm) | 14" (35cm) | 15" (28cm) |
| 0-3M | 21-24" (61cm) | 6.5" (16cm) | 15" (38cm) | 15.5" (39cm) |
| 3-6M | 24-26" (66cm) | 7.5" (19cm) | 15.5" (39cm) | 16" (40cm) |
| 6-9M | 26-27" (69cm) | 8.5" (21cm) | 16.25" (41cm) | 16.5" (42cm) |
| 9-12M | 27-29" (73cm) | 10" (25cm) | 16.75" (43cm) | 17" (43cm) |
| 12-18M | 29-31" (78cm) | 11.5" (29cm) | 17" (43cm) | 18" (46cm) |
| 18-24M | 31-33" (83cm) | 12.25" (31cm) | 18.5" (47cm) | 18.5" (47cm) |
| 2T | 33-36" (91cm) | 13" (33cm) | 19.5" (49cm) | 19.5" (49cm) |
| 3T | 36-39" (99cm) | 14" (35cm) | 20" (51cm) | 21.5" (54cm) |
| 4T | 39-44" (112cm) | 15.5" (39cm) | 21" (53cm) | 22.5" (57cm) |
| 5T | 44-50" (126cm) | 17" (43cm) | 21.5" (54cm) | 23" (58cm) |
Kids - Pants
| Size | Height | Inseam | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NB | 19-21" | 6" | 14" | 15" |
| 0-3M | 21-24" | 6.5" | 15" | 15.5" |
| 3-6M | 24-26" | 7.5" | 15.5" | 16" |
| 6-9M | 26-27" | 8.5" | 16.25" | 16.5" |
| 9-12M | 27-29" | 10" | 16.75" | 17" |
| 12-18M | 29-31" | 11.5" | 17" | 18" |
| 18-24M | 31-33" | 12.25" | 18.5" | 18.5" |
| 2T | 33-36" | 13" | 19.5" | 19.5" |
| 3T | 36-39" | 14" | 20" | 21.5" |
| 4T | 39-44" | 15.5" | 21" | 22.5" |
| 5T | 44-50" | 17" | 21.5" | 23" |
| 6/7 | 48-52" | 18.5" | 22" | 24" |
| 7/8 | 50-56" | 20" | 22.5" | 25" |
| 8/9 | 54-58" | 21.5" | 23.25" | 26" |
| 9/10 | 56-62" | 23" | 24" | 27" |
Kids - Shorts/Tops/Dresses
| Size | Height | Chest | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NB | 19-21" (53cm) | 15" (38cm) | 14" (35cm) | 15" (28cm) |
| 0-3M | 21-24" (61cm) | 16.5" (42cm) | 15" (38cm) | 15.5" (39cm) |
| 3-6M | 24-26" (66cm) | 17" (43cm) | 15.5" (39cm) | 16" (40cm) |
| 6-9M | 26-27" (69cm) | 17.5" (44cm) | 16.25" (41cm) | 16.5" (42cm) |
| 9-12M | 27-29" (73cm) | 18" (46cm) | 16.75" (43cm) | 17" (43cm) |
| 12-18M | 29-31" (78cm) | 18.5" (47cm) | 17" (43cm) | 18" (46cm) |
| 18-24M | 31-33" (83cm) | 19.5" (49cm) | 18.5" (47cm) | 18.5" (47cm) |
| 2T | 33-36" (91cm) | 21" (53cm) | 19.5" (49cm) | 19.5" (49cm) |
| 3T | 36-39" (99cm) | 22" (56cm) | 20" (51cm) | 21.5" (54cm) |
| 4T | 39-44" (112cm) | 23" (58cm) | 21" (53cm) | 22.5" (57cm) |
| 5T | 44-50" (126cm) | 24" (61cm) | 21.5" (54cm) | 23" (58cm) |
| 6/7 | 48-52" (132cm) | 25" (63cm) | 22" (56cm) | 24" (61cm) |
| 7/8 | 50-56" (142cm) | 26.25" (66cm) | 22.5" (57cm) | 25" (63cm) |
| 8/9 | 54-58" (147cm) | 27.25" (69cm) | 23.25" (59cm) | 26" (66cm) |
| 9/10 | 56-62" (156cm) | 28.5" (71cm) | 24" (61cm) | 27" (68cm) |
Youth
| Size | Chest | Waist | Hips | Trunk |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 25" (64cm) | 21" (54cm) | 26" (66cm) | 43" (109cm) |
| 8 | 26" (66cm) | 22" (56cm) | 27" (69cm) | 45" (114cm) |
| 9 | 27" (68cm) | 23" (58cm) | 28" (71cm) | 47" (119cm) |
| 10 | 28" (71cm) | 24" (61cm) | 29" (74cm) | 49" (124cm) |
| 11 | 29" (74cm) | 25" (64cm) | 30" (76cm) | 50" (127cm) |
| 12 | 30" (76cm) | 26" (66cm) | 31" (79cm) | 51" (130cm) |
| 13 | 31" (78cm) | 27" (69cm) | 32" (81cm) | 52" (132cm) |
| 14 | 32" (81cm) | 28" (71cm) | 33" (84cm) | 53" (135cm) |
| 15 | 33" (84cm) | 29" (74cm) | 34" (86cm) | 54" (137cm) |
| 16 | 34" (86cm) | 30" (76cm) | 35" (89cm) | 55" (140cm) |
| 17 | 35" (89cm) | 31" (79cm) | 36" (92cm) | 56" (142cm) |
| 18 | 36" (92cm) | 32" (81cm) | 37" (94cm) | 57" (145cm) |
Women's
| Size | Bust | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 31" (79cm) | 25" (64cm) | 32" (81cm) |
| XS | 33" (84cm) | 27" (67cm) | 35" (89cm) |
| S | 35" (89cm) | 29" (74cm) | 37" (94cm) |
| M | 37" (94cm) | 32" (81cm) | 40" (102cm) |
| L | 39" (99cm) | 35" (89cm) | 43" (109cm) |
| XL | 43" (109cm) | 38" (97cm) | 47" (119cm) |
| 1X | 47" (119cm) | 42" (107cm) | 51" (129cm) |
| 2X | 52" (132cm) | 46" (117cm) | 56" (142cm) |
| 3X | 57" (145cm) | 50" (127cm) | 61" (155cm) |
| 4X | 62" (158cm) | 55" (140cm) | 66" (168cm) |
| 5X | 67" (170cm) | 60" (152cm) | 71" (180cm) |
Men's
| Size | Chest | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 31" (78cm) | 26" (66cm) | 31" (78cm) |
| XS | 34" (86cm) | 28" (71cm) | 34" (86cm) |
| S | 37" (94cm) | 31" (78cm) | 37" (94cm) |
| M | 40" (102cm) | 34" (86cm) | 40" (102cm) |
| L | 43" (109cm) | 37" (94cm) | 43" (109cm) |
| XL | 46" (117cm) | 40" (102cm) | 45" (114cm) |
| 1X | 49" (124cm) | 44" (112cm) | 47" (119cm) |
| 2X | 52" (132cm) | 48" (122cm) | 49" (124cm) |
| 3X | 55" (140cm) | 52" (132cm) | 52" (132cm) |
| 4X | 58" (147cm) | 56" (142cm) | 55" (140cm) |
| 5X | 61" (155cm) | 60" (152cm) | 58" (147cm) |
Patterns
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I also own a coverstitch machine which has been a game changer. It's definitely not necessary but it is an amazing machine to have if you want your clothes to have a professional finish.
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