PDF - Digital Pattern of the Grace Bodysuit by Atelier Bernie

The Grace bodysuit is a bodysuit inspired by the cuts of the 1980s and pays tribute to Grace Jones. Androgynous and sensual, this dancefloor queen is a fashion icon and a role model for many women artists.

It is a simple model whose originality lies in its crossed drape at the front. Four gathered fabric panels overlap and highlight the bust with a pretty V-neckline.

Its sleeves are straight and simple. The back is made in one piece.

The bodysuit is offered in brief or thong, with or without an opening at the crotch.

It is a fairly easy model to make but requires focus for the draping step which is asymmetrical.

The overlocker is not mandatory, you can also sew it with a sewing machine.

Level: Beginner / Intermediate

Sizes: from 32 to 50

Making time: about 4 hours

Technical points:

• sewing knit fabric
• gathering
• applying stay tape
• asymmetry of the drape

Required yardages and supplies:

• Bi-stretch knit fabric with at least 50% elasticity:
• 120cm by 150cm width for sizes 32 to 38
• 140cm by 150cm width for sizes 40 to 50
• 100% cotton knit fabric (cotton jersey) for the gusset: 30 x 30cm
• Matching thread (200m spool)
• 3m of stay tape (lastin) 6 to 10mm wide
• Overlocker optional

• For the version with crotch opening:

  • 3 knit snap fasteners or a strip of hooks and eyes
  • special knit fusible interfacing if the fabric is too soft

  Light to medium weight knit fabric.

  • viscose jersey
  • cotton jersey
  • ribbed knit
  • pointelle knit
  • velvet jersey