The Best Swim Trunks sewing patterns for boys
Time for some summer sewing with these funky swim trunks sewing patterns for boys – everything from Euro style swimsuits to boardshorts, with Speedos and a rash guard/vest thrown in too. Find the perfect fabric and sew up some stylish swimmers for your boy!
While there’s a million and one swimwear sewing patterns for girls, there aren’t as many options for boys. Don’t let that stop you! There are some fun and funky swim trunk pdf sewing patterns for boys out there, and here are some of my favourites.
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Board Short Sewing Patterns for Boys
I love the curved seam colour-blocking of the Santa Cruz Boardshorts by Peek-a-boo Pattern Shop.
The Swashbuckler Swim Trunks pattern from Patterns for Pirates is a classic, stylish look, perfect for solid-coloured fabrics (because it’s so hard to find the right prints for boys).
Another fun colour-blocked option is the Cowabunga Shorts from Peekaboo Pattern Shop. I love the curved design and the piping adds such a nice pop of detail.
The Kids’ Swim Trunks from 5 out of 4 have two length options, with option in-seam pockets, liner and drawstring.
The High Tide Board Shorts from Ellie and Mac have options for above and below the knee lengths, plus fun cargo-style pockets. The pattern includes swim briefs too!
Euro-Style Swim Trunk Sewing Patterns for Boys
Ball huggers, speedos, budgie smugglers – whatever you call them, try this free boy’s swim briefs sewing pattern from Boo Designs.
The Monaco swim trunks sewing pattern by Peekaboo Patterns is another stylish European-style option for boys.
For a simple design for your little boy, there is a free pattern and tutorial for these swim trunks on Pretty Prudent.
Rash Vest Sewing Pattern for Boys
Protect your boy’s skin with a rash vest (or rashi) with the Hang Ten Rash Guard sewing pattern from Peekaboo Patterns. It comes with long and short sleeve options.
Another rashi pattern is the Radical Rashguard from Ellie and Mac, with a stylish colour-blocked side detail.
Outfitting your boys with the perfect swimwear this summer can be both fun and creative with these swim trunk sewing patterns. Pick your favorite pattern (or mix and match), choose some fun fabric, and get your boy ready to hit the beach or pool with some custom-made style this summer!