DIY: Twist Bandeau Bikini Top!

This adorable bandeau top is a great way to beat the heat!
Click the down bar for more info :)
Supplies:
-Sewing Kit
-Sewing Machine
-Stretch Fabric (preferably lycra, made for bathing suits, if you aren't sure, ask the people at the fabric store)
-Matching thread
-Fabric Chalk (optional, can be useful for marking)
-Fabric Scissors
-Pattern Paper (or just regular/newspaper works)
-Measuring Tape
-Ruler
A Few Tips:
-Make sure to use matching thread or it will show
-Ensure that both contrasting fabrics have the exact same amount of stretch or it will be more difficult to fit and sew
-If there is still a small hole where the twist is, use a hand needle to whip stitch it shut and it should stay just fine.
If you'd like a tutorial for a lined version of this let me know in the comments below and I might just post one!
Also, if you'd like to see any DIY's or how to's from this channel I'd be happy to oblige! Just send me a message.
Don't forget to subscribe! :)
Music by Kyle Maloney

[@ScrappyTreasures]

Once again, you nailed the "simple sewing but professional finished product" with the scrunching :) I also like to do bandeaus similar to this but use a ring in the center the fabric is wrapped around instead of the twist. Anyway, you earned a spot in my channel's liked videos playlist. ;)

[@TRUDYWILL]

Loved this video...never thought about doing the tie at the back but that's a great idea!!!

[@annamaura89]

good tutorial but that music is horrendous..

[@kimberlynavarro755]

Well maybe SHE likes that kind of music you don't have to be rude you know 😾😾😾😾

[@michaelbelcamino7034]

annamaura89 This song made the top 15 in Euro Trap 3 years in a row.... Do you live under a rock?

[@barbiecolon3491]

annamaura89 I was thinking the same thing. the music was quite distracting.

[@gail8834]

Definitely a distraction from the work she was doing.

[@Equossanos]

Nooo music is EPIC! :p

[@Kre8ivlyTwysted]

I definitely subscribed as soon as I saw u add seam allowance and write the pattern information on the pattern piece...I knew right then you weren't like other DIYers

[@clothandcadence]

Hey! Thanks for subbing! Definitely look out for more videos this month! Also, I agree, seam allowance is key if you want your stuff to fit properly lol.

[@sosewchambraii9490]

Love how you used the two different fabrics😍

[@ibidunomisade5510]

Love the video, love the choice of music💘.

[@stephanieauberry7112]

I would love to see a lined version please

[@vegaschick4eva590]

Thank You so much! I’ve never known how to do that & you did a really great job. Yes, it finally dawned on me that I turn that racket off - actually WORSE then racket , after you were almost completely finished. Honestly had to not been as talented as you are I woulda turned it when it started 😂😇 Thank You for taking your time out & sharing I do appreciate it

[@Mscoffiedash]

I always come back to this vacation/baecation time🤗

[@aadorkzz]

This is beautiful - the bow in the back is freaking amazing aghhhgsgsasfas

[@jenscully365]

Looks great! Have added to favourites as I'm going use the idea for the top of a maxi dress :)

[@rozez10inc]

A good, easy to follow tutorial .. looking forward to more from you!

[@clothandcadence]

Thank you Trudy! I'm so glad you liked it!

[@valeriemartinez9074]

Good tutorial and the music was bomb happy to finally figure it out ☺️

[@movinouteast1118]

Love you and I love the choice in song ;)

[@oOAnimeLoverOo]

Super cute! Thanks for posting this

[@keithiajones1662]

that is super amazing beautiful I love it thank you for sharing because I've been trying to learn how to do this for the longest you really made my evening thank you :-)

[@ItsDRo512]

This was amazing! You've got skills girl!

[@clothandcadence]

Thanks love!

[@Mysticalelfg2000]

Thanks so much!!! This is really going help me make my costume! Thanks x100000000

[@HappyMuffinguk]

Awesome song and great tutorial :)

[@MM-kq9ip]

genius tutorial ! Thank you so much, dear !

[@dblovergurl]

This is PERFECT!! This helped a ton. Did you use spandex fabric? I'm excited for warm weather now!!

[@neldamurray4357]

I liked the song in BG...

[@Michi857Slim]

I love it this is a must have.. So eazy gonna try it

[@Nadine911112]

love the video..it's short and down to the point!! If the music annoys you-you know there's a mute button??!! =P don't be hatin'!!!!!!

[@zuumuu]

this is extremely helpful thank you so much

[@clothandcadence]

Awesome! So glad I could help!

[@Brianna.]

I wish you had done more explaining throughout the video. Like, why you picked those stretchy fabrics, why you used the stitches that you did. You really have to have a lot of sewing knowledge just to follow what you're doing. :\

[@foxxybrown291]

I love all your tutorials 😁 I was wondering if this top could be made with 100% cotton? xx

[@clothandcadence]

Hi and thank you so much! I don't see why it couldn't! The only thing would be how you would get it on if it wasn't stretch material. So in that case, you would have to either install a zipper in the back or add elastic to the centre back to allow it to stretch over the body when putting it on :)

[@mixxboyharris1]

I have all the materials!! Including the Siamese cat he sits with me while I sew!! Makes it come out better lol :)

[@thefabricexchange]

what an impressive video

[@missmelina7372]

Thanks 😍😍😍

[@clothandcadence]

Thanks love :) If you want it you can have it, it's way too small for me lol.

[@clothandcadence]

Hi Brianna, thanks for the feedback. If you'd like more info on the tutorial, I'll be posting it on my wordpress blog (link on my channel, top right hand corner, on the banner) tomorrow. As for the fabric and the stitches, the fabric is typical for swimwear so it can be used in an active situation. Always lots of stretch. Also, I used a zigzag stitch specifically because I was sewing a stretch fabric. If I used a straight stitch, it wouldn't sew or stretch properly. Hope that helps!

[@Vixey513]

Oh no I don't have a cat :c does this mean i can't do it?

[@juliaschnielider633]

Lol i don't think you need the cat ..I don't have one either but I want one lol 👌👌😂🐈🐈🐈🐈🐱

[@sunflowerlover9344]

Really helpfull Thank you for uploading it Can I use non stretchy fabric ?

[@susanbain7556]

I've been looking for a tutorial exactly like this!!! I love you!!! Thank you!!!!

[@clothandcadence]

Shaylee, it won't let me reply to you for some reason but yes! I did in fact use spandex fabric :)

[@SnowWhite-ov9of]

your cat is beautiful *-*

[@jennifertorna234]

dude dope music haha

[@gladys1230]

AWESOME

[@jayleetyvektv7501]

Can you tell me the name of the music you're playing? I like the industrial sound and the fact theres no vocals to contend with for a change. Great tutorial. I will keep a lookout for you. thx

[@laurenaguayo]

Does it slide? Or is it sturdy

[@clothandcadence]

Thanks lovely!! Haha, yes, my boyfriend is quite talented!! :)

[@aadorkzz]

I would love it omg aha but why don't you sell it !

[@treviangolden9108]

Beautiful💘

[@gladysdowning7682]

Could I do a different back? Like something that doesn’t tie?

[@SagaresMartins]

I cant find any information on the music artist you credited, can you help me out please?? I cant even find this song anywhere else and I really like it. Please and thank you!!

[@clothandcadence]

Hey! I'm glad you like the song! The reason you can't find it is because my fiance actually wrote and created it so I don't think it's available currently but if you'd like I'll see if he could post it for you :)

[@neldamurray4357]

do u have an alternative way to finish the back?

[@evefalkiewicz9211]

Do you think this would be possible to do with not stretchy material?

[@clothandcadence]

Probably not, what kind of fabric were you thinking?

[@Orhneeyou]

nice

[@clothandcadence]

jennifer bryant The music was actually written by my boyfriend :) lol so it doesn't actually have a name.

[@Brianna.]

Also, the music was extremely distracting. I found it hard to read your directions and watch what you were doing while the music was playing. I'm definitely going to be checking back for more videos, though.

[@Babiij_08]

Can I use a serger for the zig zag stitching part??

[@tropicallytwisted2825]

Hi, how can I create a lined version of this swim suit? I'm afraid the fabric would be too thin when it gets wet.

[@haitianbeauty1]

What sewing machine are you using in this video???

[@monicamccarthy93]

I would like to make a top like this but not a bikini top...a full length top with the same effect over the chest. Do you have suggestions as to how this can be done? I wanted to paste a photo to show you, but I can not....but similar to a one piece bathing suite. Thank you!

[@clothandcadence]

I know exactly what you mean! I would suggest taking two rectangular pieces that are the length that you want and half the circumference of your true waist for the width. Sew the length right sides together and then sew the width to the bottom of the bikini top right sides together. Hem the bottom and you should have a cute tankini/top! For a one piece, it'll be a little bit more work. I could probably try to do a video for it if you'd like.

[@heheh92]

i just bought a bikini made in this way, but I had to buy it in size bigger because the smaller one was sold out. How can i make my bandeau bikini smaller in the cup?? Its got lightly padded cups between the lining. It's a 32C and I want to make it into 32B. Thanks.

[@Sileithel]

In order to sew such a stretchy fabric with a common home machine... do you have to use any kind of stretchy thread?

[@clothandcadence]

Only if you are using a non-stretch stitch or doing some kind of specialty stitch. Otherwise a zig zag or a overlock stitch/serge will be just fine.

[@Sileithel]

Thank you so much!! =D

[@torimaep]

where do you buy your fabric??

[@heheh92]

+KaydanceKloth i just bought a bikini made in this way, but I had to buy it in size bigger because the smaller one was sold out. How can i make my bandeau bikini smaller in the cup?? Its got lightly padded cups between the lining. It's a 32C and I want to make it into 32B. Thanks.

[@EruzaJay]

Hi may I know if you used a plastic sewing foot? I have so many troubles sewing stretch fabric :(

[@sew.with.annastasia]

try stretch needles, and for hemming a double stretch needle. the double needle for hems solved my issues. just make sure when using the double needle, to have folded edge of the hem facing on the inside, so that you can see the double stitch, not the zig zag part :) just google double needle hem. hope this helps!

[@clothandcadence]

In regards to the music, sorry you feel that way! I personally like videos that are quick and to the point with more information offered on an outward site (like a blog). I don't like when the videos drag on too long and that is why I made it in this style. I'll keep your suggestion in mind, though.

[@MariaahHernandez]

I dont have a cat can i use a dog

[@artemis12061966]

i like the music...

[@Kre8ivlyTwysted]

How did you finish the edges of the front?

[@clothandcadence]

Because it's stretch fabric I thought I'd make the tutorial easier (and shorter!) by not finishing the edges. Stretch fabric likes to fold in on itself which kind of ends up looking finished on it's own. However, if you'd like to finish the edges on your own bathing suit, I would suggest using 1/4" elastic measured to the length around your chest but shortened a 1/2". Zigzag stitch that to the edge of the top (and bottom) and then fold it over and zigzag again. I hope this makes sense! If not I can always make a video tutorial on it!

[@ChocoKnetters]

Wow LOTR music.

[@Kre8ivlyTwysted]

Yes please! Lol

[@marylacia5719]

That's amazing. Do you have instagram? I am eager to know more. Thankyou :)

[@clothandcadence]

I sure do!! Username: KaydanceKloth

[@MrPihyah]

WOT.

[@elt9264]

Not feeling the music!!!

[@honyjohan4998]

change the music

[@RosalieBaybay]

the background music is annoying :)

[@kristale3715]

muzik 😲😭😖