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Description: Are you ready for bikini season? Crochet a bikini or swimsuit to wear during the warmer months with the best beginner crochet bikini patterns!
Crochet swimsuits are on trend, and learning how to make them is easy as pie! As long as you have the right pattern, crocheted swimwear can easily be adjusted in terms of the size, color, and design that works best for you.
Find the perfect crochet swimsuit for your next beach trip with this collection of over 40 FREE crochet bikini and swimsuit patterns!
Can You Swim in a Crochet Bathing Suit?
You can definitely still swim in the sea or pool with a crochet bathing suit!
Crochet swimsuits might not be the most practical option for a competitive swimmer practicing breaststrokes, but they are perfect for making a statement fashion-wise. Swimming in a crochet swimsuit (while preserving modesty) all depends on the tightness of your stitches, the structure of your pattern, and the material of the yarn you’re using.
What Type of Yarn is Best for a Swimsuit?
When it comes to the type of yarn you should use for your swimsuit, if you want it to be able to get wet, you’ll want a light weight yarn (worsted at the heaviest) that is water resistant, soft, and will dry quickly.
Synthetic and acrylic are great options as they don’t hold a lot of water and dry quickly. This makes them perfect for holding up against the wear and tear brought about by both sand and surf. Bamboo and silk blends are also great options and hold up well strength-wise.
If you can find a yarn with elastic or spandex built in, that’s a great option because it will help the suit to hold its shape, even when wet. Cascade Fixation Splash and Alize Diva Stretch are two yarns that include elastic in the fiber, making them a great choice for swimwear.
Cotton yarns soak up a lot of water, which will cause the project to stretch. Garments made with cotton might not hold up well as swimwear but they’ll still look great for looking hot on the beach! Lily Sugar ‘n Cream, for instance, is inexpensive, hard wearing, and comes in lots of colors for the perfect bikini top to wear to a festival, picnic, or while lounging on the beach.
Materials You’ll Need to Crochet a Swimsuit
As with most crochet projects, you don’t need a lot of materials to complete a swimsuit crochet pattern. Once you’ve picked out the yarn you want to use, you’ll need a crochet hook in the size called for in the pattern.
It’s likely the pattern will suggest a hook size smaller than you might usually use with that weight of yarn, because tighter stitches will provide better coverage.
In addition to your yarn and hook, you’ll also need:
Crochet Bikini Set Patterns
Crochet your own bikini using this collection of free crochet patterns for matching two-piece swimsuits.
Waterfront Bikini Pattern
Designer: DROPS Design Studio
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: DROPS Safran
This gorgeous bikini features a fan pattern and can be made in sizes small to XXXL. The Waterfront Bikini is a great way to make a statement even if you’re just lounging by the pool!
Crochet Bikini Adria Pattern
Designer: Fashion Martina, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (1) Super fine
Suggested yarn: Schachenmayr Catania Solids
This stunning triangle bikini is the perfect slinky set for your next trip to the beach! It features a delicate picot edging on both the bikini top and bottom, and ties on both pieces to get a custom fit.
Micaela Bikini Pattern
Designer: DROPS Design Studio
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: DROPS Muskat
If you prefer a little more coverage for your swimsuit, then this bikini set is perfect for you! It’s a sweet-looking halter top paired with cord-tied high-waist shorts so you can look amazing and still be comfortable.
Tahiti Bikini Pattern
Designer: DROPS Design Studio
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: DROPS Safran
This lovely bikini set will make you shine on any seaside! The Tahiti Bikini top features a lacy band detail (which you can make deeper if you like) while the dainty bottoms can be adjusted with side ties.
Crochet Colorful Bikini
Designer: Beautiful Crochet Stuff
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Alize Bella
Every detail down to the color of this bikini was made to represent the summertime! The pattern includes four sizes, but the designer offers a great tip for getting a good fit: use a bikini you already like the fit of to size your pieces accordingly.
Tripolo Bikini Pattern
Designer: DROPS Design Studio
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: DROPS Muskat
This gorgeous bikini is perfect for your next summer getaway! The self-patterning yarn used adds interest without any more work, and the fan detail on the bottoms is a playful addition. You can also find a coordinating bucket hat pattern on their website.
Sunny Season Bikini Pattern
Designer: DROPS Design Studio
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: DROPS Safran
This white bikini with fan edge details is both cute and stylish. The top and bottom both come in five size options.
Mermaid Stripes Bikini Top and Shorts Pattern
Designer: DROPS Design Studio
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: DROPS Muskat
If you want to opt out of cheeky bikini bottoms, then this pattern is perfect for you! This matching bikini top and shorts feature a striped pattern that’s sure to make waves wherever you go!
Happy Summer Bikini Pattern
Designer: DROPS Design Studio
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: DROPS Safran
Your next vacation won’t be complete without this simple yet stunning bikini set! The whole thing is worked up using half double crochets so a confident beginner can crochet this set in no time! This one also has a coordinating hat you can stitch up if you like.
Sassy Summer Bikini Pattern
Designer: Yarn Utopia
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
The Sassy Summer Bikini is sure to add a pop of color to your holiday! This two-piece swimsuit has full coverage and can be crocheted to fit any size. It also includes a video tutorial if you need extra guidance.
Crochet Bikini Top Patterns
If you’re looking for free crochet patterns just to make bikini tops, these patterns are great options. They’re perfect to stitch up for your next music festival or warm weather outing.
Crochet Sierra Crop Top Pattern
Designer: Crochet With Carrie
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream
This pattern is labeled as a crop top, but it’s basically a bikini top with a little extra frill at the band. This is an easy project to stitch up and it provides advice for shaping the cups so you can make sure they fit you comfortably.
The Beaded Bikini Pattern
Designer: Crochet in Colors
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Tahki Cotton Classic
This gorgeous bikini top makes use of beads to add visual interest to the underbust and straps. The cotton yarn used for the bikini top gives it structure and coverage, making it perfect whether you’re in or out of the water.
Santorini Striped Bikini Pattern
Designer: Stella Taubenhaim, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Stylecraft Classique Cotton DK
This fun striped bikini top conjures up images of a vacation in Greece! Crocheters of any skill level can make this gorgeous top with just chains, slip stitches, and single crochets.
DROPS Crochet Bikini Top with Tassels
Designer: Stella Taubenhaim, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Stylecraft Classique Cotton DK
This fun striped bikini top conjures up images of a vacation in Greece! Crocheters of any skill level can make this gorgeous top with just chains, slip stitches, and single crochets.
Summer Vibes Bikini Top Crochet Pattern
Designer: Jenny and Teddy
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
Bring your tropical island dream vacation wardrobe to life with the Summer Vibes Bikini Top! It’s beginner-friendly and perfect to wear with a flowy skirt while you stroll along the beach (or anywhere else!).
The Weekend Getaway Bikini Top Crochet Pattern
Designer: Jenny and Teddy
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Coboo
This bikini top is the perfect beginner-friendly pattern to work on to wear when it’s hot. It’s worked up using simple stitches and is sure to pair well with everything in your summer wardrobe!
Crochet Adjustable Bikini Top Pattern
Designer: The Happy Unraveler
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream
This easy bikini top pattern is also easy to adjust – just stitch more rows until you have the coverage you want. The ties are also quick to make so you’ll be ready to hit the beach in no time.
Coxa Crochet Bikini Top Pattern
Designer: The Happy Unraveler
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Bonbons
This gorgeous bikini top is going to be the first thing you pack for your next beach trip. The mesh front part adds visual interest and a touch of support, too!
Easy and Simple Bikini Top
Designer: What About Yarn
Yarn weight: (1) Fingering
Suggested yarn: Scheepjes Cotton 8
This bikini top is perfect for advanced beginner crocheters looking for a quick and easy project. The straps are connected to the bra cups so there’s less finishing work for you!
Fuego Bikini Top Alpine Stitch Pattern
Designer: What About Yarn
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Tahki Cotton Classic
Live your island girl dreams with the Fuego Bikini Top! The pattern is worked up using the alpine stitch, which creates a gorgeous texture for the top. It also includes a video tutorial if you need help with the construction or working this stitch.
Sand Dollar Bikini Top Pattern
Designer: Gleeful Things
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Cascade Ultra Pima
Whether you’re heading for the beach or a summer festival, the Sand Dollar Bikini Top should be on your to-be-crocheted list! The simple to stitch top can be embellished with whatever you desire from a fun fringe to cowrie shells along the neckline.
Bikini Bow Top Pattern
Designer: The Purple Poncho
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream
Crochet the cutest bikini top with this easy-to-understand pattern! It’s made up of mostly single crochet stitches so it’s perfect even for beginners and will give you lots of coverage.
Sunshine Bikini Top Pattern
Designer: Matinee Maya Inchum, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (1) Superfine
Suggested yarn: Alize Diva Stretch
Crocheting this beginner-friendly bikini top almost feels like you’re beckoning summer closer! The Sunshine Bikini Top is worked up using half double crochets and features tassels on the straps. You can use the pattern to make a top in any size you need.
Front Twist Crochet Bralette Pattern
Designer: The Knotty Lace
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Cascade Fixation
This sweet little number works up so quickly that you’ll be headed to the beach in no time! The addition of the front twist gives dimension and texture to the bralette, too.
Basic Crochet Haltered Bikini Pattern
Designer: Oh My YO!, via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream
This easy beginner-friendly pattern is going to be your new best friend on your next beach trip! It’s worked up with basic stitches and can be adjusted to fit you better.
Crochet Bikini Top Pattern
Designer: Handmade by Phanessa
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream
This gorgeous bikini top offers you style and comfort for your next pool party! Crochet it with ease and then mix and match it with your favorite bikini bottoms!
Crochet Bikini Bottom Patterns
Every bikini top needs a good bottom, too, and this collection of patterns can be mixed and matched with the pieces shared above, or even with your store-bought bikini tops.
Crochet Simple Bikini Bottom Pattern
Designer: The Happy Unraveler
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: Knit Picks Brava Sport
This cute pair of bikini bottoms mostly uses double crochet stitches for a quick and easy project. The side strings make it easy for you to adjust the bottoms to your comfort level.
Coxa Bikini Bottom Pattern
Designer: The Happy Unraveler
Yarn weight: (2) Sport
Suggested yarn: DROPS Safran
The Coxa Bikini Bottom is easy to stitch and features a gorgeous edging detail that truly completes the look! The beads on the ends of the ties are cute but optional.
High Waist Crochet Bikini Bottom Pattern
Designer: The Knotty Lace
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Cascade Fixation
This bikini bottom is an incredibly fun crochet project for the summer. It can be made in nine sizes and is worked entirely in half double crochet stitches. (This one pairs with the front twist bralette, above.)
Vega Crochet Bikini Bottom Pattern
Designer: The Happy Unraveler
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Cascade Fixation
The Vega Bikini Bottom is worked from side to side to create the gorgeous vertical lines. It’s so simple and easily customizable to boot!
Diamond Mesh Cheeky Bikini Bottom Pattern
Designer: Bodhi Life Crochet
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Bernat Maker Home Dec
This pattern is bound to make your new favorite pair of bikini bottoms! It features a mesh pattern border which adds visual interest and dimension to your project, while the rest is worked in simple stitches.
Easy Like Sunday Bikini Bottom Pattern
Designer: What About Yarn
Yarn weight: (1) Superfine
Suggested yarn: Cascade 220 Fingering
This pattern is perfect for advanced beginners making it a fun little project to create when you want to stretch your skills a little bit. The bottom features a cross double crochet edging, which really brings together the whole look.
Oh My Bikini Easy Crochet Pattern
Designer: Jenny and Teddy
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton
This stunning bikini bottom is a joy to match with all of your favorite bikini tops. It’s a simple design to follow and incredibly easy to replicate even for beginners.
Ultimate Brazilian Bikini for Beginners
Designer: The Knotty Lace
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Cascade Fixation
This cheeky little number is so easy to pair with the rest of your swimwear. It’s stylish, simple, and oh so chic, so you’re sure to end up making a pair and a spare!
Double Sided Band Cheeky Bikini Bottom
Designer: The Knotty Lace
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Cascade Fixation
This gorgeous bikini bottom offers effortless style and comfort, with cutouts for extra coolness. It can be crocheted in nine different sizes so you can make the one that’s perfect for you!
Bikini Bottom
Designer: 4Elli
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Cascade Fixation
This simple bikini bottom is perfect to stitch up even for beginners. It’s made up entirely of single crochets making it a quick and easy project that will give you lots of coverage!
One-Piece Swimsuit Crochet Patterns
If you prefer a one-piece swimsuit, then you’re bound to find the perfect one in this set of one-piece swimsuit crochet patterns
Fun & Flirty Crochet Monokini Pattern
Designer: The Knotty Lace
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Cascade Fixation
This swimsuit pattern gives you classic style but is still easy to stitch. It’s worked in half double crochet stitches for comfort and coverage.
Cocktail Swimsuit Pattern
Shell One Piece Pattern
Designer: Sophie Maeve via Ravelry
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Berroco Comfort
This gorgeous monokini features a beautiful lacy front panel and can be easily adjusted to fit any size! Wear it as a cute top or as your new favorite swimsuit for the warmer months!
Crochet Swimsuit Pattern
Designer: Beautiful Crochet Stuff
Yarn weight: (3) DK
Suggested yarn: Cascade Fixation
This stunning crochet swimsuit will make you steal the show at every beach and pool party you walk into. The pineapple detailing that connects the bikini top and bottom really takes this simple swimsuit into the next level!
Easy Crochet Monokini Swimsuit Pattern
Designer: Anoo Crochet Designs
Yarn weight: (1) Superfine
Suggested yarn: Alize Diva
This stunning monokini is made to be worn in the salty sea breeze and under the summer sun. It might look intricate but the majority of the swimsuit is made with just single and double crochet stitches!
Crochet Simple Cheeky Monokini Video Tutorial
Designer: Charde Crochets
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Simply Soft
This monokini is equal parts simple yet sexy! The video tutorial is easy to follow and all you really need to know is how to slip stitch, single crochet, and double crochet to make this pretty pattern.
Crochet Simple One Piece Bikini Video Tutorial
Designer: Charde Crochets
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Lion Brand Basic Stitch
This one piece looks like it was inspired by a certain beach-themed television show from the 1990s. It’s incredibly simple and made up of basic stitches with the added bonus of having sizes from XS to 3XL.
Cut-Out Crochet Monokini Youtube Tutorial
Designer: Crafted by Bianca
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Simply Soft
This creative take on a monokini is bound to make you a showstopper at any pool party! It’s a stunning pattern that you’ll love getting your hooks into, and the chain stitches actually help give the suit more structure.
Tommy Hilfiger Inspired Monkini Video Tutorial
Designer: Crafted by Bianca
Yarn weight: (4) Worsted
Suggested yarn: Caron Simply Soft
This gorgeous monokini was created specifically for a client of the designer’s in the iconic Tommy Hilfiger colors. It’s a modest yet stylish piece that’s as fun to crochet as it is to wear!
Are You a Beginner Who Needs More Help Learning to Crochet?
Most of these free crochet patterns use basic stitches and shaping to make the pieces work, but if you need help making your crochet swimsuit or bikini, we’re here for you.
Our Crochet Fundamentals course is the perfect place to learn the basics and more. From yarn selection to how to hold you hook and yarn, basic stitches, skill building patterns, even tips on photography, you’ll find everything you need to know to boost your skill level quickly and easily.
