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Tutorial Holly Bikini by @Nakedknit

€11.00

Intermediate — Contrepoint® Air N.2

A timeless bikini set inspired by the minimalism of 90s swimwear.

Digital knitting pattern in English and Danish, with detailed instructions.

Description

DESCRIPTION

The Holly Bikini is a timeless two-piece bikini designed by NakedKnit in Contrepoint® Air N.2, reimagining the minimalism of 90s swimwear through knitting.

Clean and minimal, it pairs the Holly Bra, a bralette with softly shaped cups, with the Holly Hipsters, high-waisted bikini bottoms with a high-cut leg. The top features a wide underbust band for support and comfort, while the bottoms hug the waist and elongate the leg.

The pattern allows both the top and bottoms to be adjusted to your own measurements and preferred fit.

Knitted in stockinette stitch with fine, highly elastic Contrepoint® Air N.2, the Holly Bikini follows the lines of the body. The result is a smooth, lightweight fabric with a second-skin feel, while retaining the structure needed for swimwear.

SIZING

The Holly Bikini is knitted to your own measurements.

Bikini Top

As a guide, yarn requirements for the top have been estimated based on the following bust measurements, taken around the fullest part of the bust:

XS–S: 70–89 cm (27.6–35 in)
M: 90–103 cm (35.4–40.6 in)
L: 104–110 cm (40.9–43.3 in)
XL: 111–124 cm (43.7–48.8 in)
2XL: 125–136 cm (49.2–53.5 in)
3XL: 137–148 cm (53.9–58.3 in)

Bikini Bottom

As a guide, yarn requirements for the bottoms have been estimated based on the following measurements, taken just below the navel, where the high-waisted bottoms sit:

XS: 60–66 cm (23.6–26 in)
S: 66–74 cm (26–29.1 in)
M: 75–82 cm (29.5–32.3 in)
L: 83–93 cm (32.7–36.6 in)
XL: 94–105 cm (37–41.3 in)
2XL: 106–117 cm (41.7–46.1 in)
3XL: 118–132 cm (46.5–52 in)

⚠️ This pattern is designed exclusively for Chamade’s Contrepoint® Air N°2 yarn.
Using a substitute will affect the look, elasticity, and durability of the finished piece

YARN & TOOLS

Yarn
Contrepoint® Air N.2

Estimated yarn amount

XS to M: 300 m (328 yd) / 126 g
L to XXL: 400 m (437 yd) / 168 g
XXXL: 500 m (547 yd) / 210 g

Tools

2.5 mm (US 1½) or 3 mm (US 2½) circular needles, depending on gauge, with a 40 cm (16 in) cable
2 double-pointed needles, 2.5 mm(US 1½)
3 stitch holder cords

CARE

Hand wash in cold water recommended. Machine washable at 40°C (104°F). Dry flat. Do not iron.

Contrepoint® Air N.2 retains its shape and elasticity, even after the most intense summers.