![]() It’s so different from the woven community, it still surprises me all the time.Īnyway, I bring this up because Patterns for Pirates are, I guess, a kind of hybrid company. I’ve written a series of posts on knits and everytime I think about posting it, I discover some other aspect of this group and postpone it. There are lots of people whose primary interest is sewing clothes for their kids – and therefore are interested in a certain kind of cute, colourful knit fabric and pattern, as opposed to patterns and fabric for “adult” clothing. Much of this has to do with children I think. There’s some overlap of course, but I do really get the impression of being in a parallel universe when it comes to knit fabrics. This is a quick and easy pattern that I would recommend anyone looking to sew up a simple knit garment.It strikes me there are virtually two separate worlds when it comes to knits as opposed to wovens. Yes, I made two other ones pictured below (sorry for the multiple Shannons in the blue cardigan, this was my only picture available!) and don’t plan on stopping anytime soon. WOULD YOU SEW IT AGAIN? WOULD YOU RECOMMEND IT TO OTHERS? ![]() But, I particularly liked the length and the shawl collar option on this pattern. I love pretty much all things labeled cardigan so I am an easy sell. WHAT DID YOU PARTICULARLY LIKE OR DISLIKE ABOUT THE PATTERN? This pattern would be easy for a beginning sewist to follow. Yes, the instructions are very clear and detailed. Yes, with the exception of the duster length and the more fitted sleeve, so maybe the answer should actually be, sort of…lol. Some of my favorite sewing tools are:ĭID IT LOOK LIKE THE PHOTO/DRAWING ON THE PATTERN ENVELOPE ONCE YOU WERE DONE SEWING? Sewing Pattern, Tutorial for extending to a duster length, knit fabric (the fabric I used is no longer listed but was a brushed poly from Bow Button Fabrics), and your basic sewing supplies. For the traditional, more relaxed fit stick with the pattern as drafted. I prefer a more fitted sleeve that hugs the arm. While I realize this is strictly a fit preference I end up taking my sleeves in on these cardigans by at least 3 inches. I love the fit of the cardigan everywhere except the sleeves. ![]() I used the 3/4 sleeve and lengthened the cardigan according to the tutorial I linked in the sewing supplies. I made the size Small according to my measurements. Patch pockets (both hemmed and banded) and elbow patches to add those special little touches! PATTERN SIZING: Traditional neckband and shawl collar neckband. Has both shirt length (hits at mid-booty) and tunic length (hitting below booty–perfect to wear with leggings) to pair with all kinds of bottoms and shirts perfectly. Includes sleeve options of short, 3/4, long hemmed or banded, so you can wear this year round. This beginner friendly knit pattern has all the style you need in a soft comfortable cardigan! It is a classic look with trendy and modern options to choose from. Grandpa Cardigan Sewing Review: PATTERN DESCRIPTION: ![]() All my pattern details and modifications are below. This was created from the Patterns for Pirates Grandpa Cardigan pattern using a couple quick changes. This week I am sharing a duster length cardigan I made quite a while back to go with the Made for Mermaids FREE sewing pattern, Paige Piko. Vogue 1102, Wiggle Dress, New Look 2507, Pleated Dress, Jessica Dress, Statement Sleeve Jacket
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