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    What fabric is used for leotards?
    Drew Hawkins1
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    Stretchy fabrics such as lycra, spandex, or stretch cotton are used to make leotards.
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    How do you make a long sleeve leotard?
    Drew Hawkins1
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    Fold a leotard in half lengthwise and trace the pattern on paper. Then, measure the length of one of your arms and add it to the outline you traced so you can incorporate it into your design.
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    Can you use a swimsuit as a leotard?
    Drew Hawkins1
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    No, a swimsuit won't work as well as a leotard. Even though a swimsuit and a leotard may look and feel similar, a swimsuit will not stretch or perform as well as a leotard if used for sports such as gymnastics. It is designed for swimming, the other for stretching exercise and dance.
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    This guide to make a leotard requires a pattern using an existing leotard. What if I have no existing leotard?
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    Go to a craft store like JOANN or Michael's and purchase a paper pattern. You can also buy one online (e.g., Amazon). They're inexpensive!
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