I am delighted to be taking part in this tour. Having never sewn a cardigan I am pleased to be trying something new. I have to admit to deliberately picking cardigans I thought a) would look good but b) would be easy to sew! My first cardigan pattern is Womens Draped Cardigan from Seamingly Smitten. My fabric is quality stretch jersey fabric from John Kaldor purchased from Minerva Crafts.
Sizing wise I am a 14/16 uk which equated to a M cardigan or this pattern. I would describe my body shape as pear shaped.
I’m pleased with the drape of the cardigan.
and with the sleeve length – the pattern comes with three sleeve lengths:) It is a super easy sew, with great directions for sewing up with a regular sewing machine (I did use an overlocker but you don’t need to). The cardigan is quick to sew, I made it in an evening:)
The second cardigan is the Cocoon Cardigan Sewing Pattern. This can be sewn with a wooly knit to give a super cosy feel. To my surprise I chose a bright pink knit…????
The pattern comes with an optional hood. The sleeves are much wider than the first pattern.
The pattern comes in short, medium and long lengths – it’s great having the right length of sleeve:)
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Please do visit the other bloggers taking part and find some cardigan sewing inspiration.
Rochelle
Saturday 1st of October 2016
Hard decision! I like the pink one, but I know it won't work well for me in the office with all that extra underarm volume. So, I'll go with the blue one from seemingly smitten ☺
Cat
Friday 30th of September 2016
Well since I am pretty sure I already have the drape cardigan, I would like the cacoon!!
Cassy Gobin
Friday 30th of September 2016
That pink is great, but I think the blue is my favorite of the two. I'm all about selfish sews that are quick and easy!
Jodi
Friday 30th of September 2016
They both look great, but the drape on the blue is amazing!! I would definitely pick it! Great job!
Essence B Underwood
Thursday 29th of September 2016
I love both of those! I have only sewn one Seamingly Smitten pattern and I love it!