Ciclamino Bikini in Adriafil Swing - Downloadable PDF

Ciclamino Bikini Crochet Pattern by Adriafil – Free Downloadable PDF

The Ciclamino Bikini is a stylish crocheted two-piece swimwear set designed for a size 42 figure. Published by Adriafil Yarns, this free downloadable PDF pattern guides crocheters through constructing both a bikini bottom (panties with front and back waistbands) and a matching bra top with structured side bands and a central section. The design is worked in a decorative fan stitch pattern that gives the finished garment a delicate, textured appearance well suited to a summer accessory.

What Is Being Made

The pattern covers two main components of a complete bikini set:

• Bikini Bottom: Features a separately worked front waistband and back waistband, each constructed in fan stitch and joined gradually to the upper edge of the panties.
• Bra Top: Constructed from three distinct pieces — a right side band, a left side band (worked as a mirror image of the right), and a central section that connects the two cups together.

Construction Details

The bikini bottom waistbands are each begun by casting on a foundation chain of 74 stitches. Working begins from the 6th chain on the hook, and the fabric is built up in fan stitch following a chart, with one treble crochet placed between each fan to join them as work progresses. Each waistband is worked until it measures 10 cm from the beginning, at which point the yarn is broken off and bound. The front waistband is worked identically to the back.

For the bra top, the right side band begins with a foundation chain of 9 stitches, with work starting from the 2nd chain on the hook in double crochet. Shaping is introduced along the bottom (right) edge by increasing 1 stitch every 4 rows, 6 times, creating a gentle curve. The band is worked until it measures 17 cm from the beginning. The left side band is worked as a mirror image to match. The central section of the bra begins with a foundation chain of 58 stitches and is worked in fan stitch, consistent with the overall design aesthetic of the garment.

Techniques Used

• Foundation chain construction — used to begin each separate piece of the bikini
• Fan stitch worked from a chart — the primary decorative technique used for the waistbands and central bra section
• Shaping by increasing — used on the bra side bands to create a fitted, curved silhouette
• Joining with treble crochet — fans are connected with single treble crochets placed between them
• Seaming and finishing — a tapestry needle is required for joining and weaving in ends

Stitches Used

• Chain stitch (ch) — used for foundation chains throughout
• Single crochet (sc) — listed among the pattern stitches
• Double crochet (dc) — used for the bra side bands
• Treble crochet (tr) — used between fans in the waistband sections
• Fan stitch — a combination stitch forming the decorative all-over pattern on the waistbands and central bra panel

Materials Required

• Yarn: 150 g of Adriafil Swing in colour no. 85 — an aran-weight yarn suited to structured crochet fabric
• Hook: 4.00 mm crochet hook
• Notions: Tapestry needle for finishing

Who This Pattern Is For

The Ciclamino Bikini