The Eivy Cardigan is the perfect combination of style and comfort, with elegant lines and clever detailing such as different collar options and pockets too.

This PDF sewing pattern is made for knit fabrics and comes in three different lengths and you can easily customise the cardigan by mixing different style options. Whether you plan to sew a short, chic Chanel-inspired cardie jacket or are yearning to make a cosy coatigan, the Eivy Cardigan has you covered!

Pattern Features

Three lengths: Short, midi and long
Optional pockets
Standing collar, flat collar or no collar options
Semi-fitted, tapered at waist with higher-set sleeves
Optional button closure
Two facing options, wide and narrow
Suitable for stable knit fabrics

Sizing

EUR 32–56 (US 0–24)

Size chart

Garment measurements

Fabric requirements

Knit fabric 140 cm/55” wide

Short: 1.5–2.2 m/1.6–2.4
Midi: 1.8–2.5 m/2–2.7
Long: 2.1–2.8 m/2.3–3.1

Fabric requirements for all sizes and styles

Suggested fabrics

Sweater knits, double knit fabrics, fleece, felted wool knits, quilted knits, knit bouclé, jacquard knits, french terry and knit velour.

Suitable for knits with around 20% to 40% stretch crosswise, with minimal stretch lengthwise.

Additional supplies

Fusible stretch interfacing (required)
Buttons, snaps, toggles or frog closure (optional)
Decorative band (optional)

Sewing level

Intermediate or a more advanced and adventurous beginner who has prior experience sewing with knits. The skill level is similar to sewing a simple blouse with some type of closure and facing.

PDF PATTERN INFO

The Eivy Cardigan s a PDF pattern that includes both a print-at-home A4/Letter format and a Copyshop/A0 file. The sizing is layered, with the option to only print one size.

The pattern also comes with clear, illustrated step-by-step instructions with lots of bonus tips for sewing with knits.

PDF Resources

How to assemble PDF Sewing Patterns

Printing layered PDF Sewing Patterns

TUTORIALS

Eivy Sew-Along Series

Eivy Cardigan – PDF Sewing Pattern