494 free Cardigans knitting patterns
Free Cardigan Knitting Patterns for Ladies!
500+ Free cardigan knitting patterns to download! Knitted cardigans are great items to wear all year round, you can knit warmer cardigans in tighter stitches and bulkier yarns for the Winter/Fall months and knit up some light weight, breezy cardigan with eyelets and lace in cotton for the Summer/Spring months.
Why Knit a Cardigan?
Cardigans are more than just garments; they are timeless pieces that offer warmth, versatility, and a canvas for self-expression. There is a unique satisfaction that comes from wearing a handmade garment, you can choose the fit, color and style to suit your tastes.
Can Beginners Knit Cardigans?
Many knitting enthusiasts hesitate to tackle cardigan projects, fearing complexity. However, we’ll debunk this myth and provide guidance for beginners, including tips on choosing easy patterns and practical considerations for a successful cardigan-knitting venture. See this article for more on Cardigan Knitting Patterns for Beginners.
Exploring Different Cardigan Constructions:
Cardigan sweaters can be constructed using various methods, typically falling into two categories: seamless construction and pieced (seamed) construction.
Seamless Cardigans:
These cardigan sweaters are crafted all in one piece, utilizing long circular needles. Often worked “top-down,” this method involves knitting from the collar down to the hem, resulting in a seamless and continuous garment.
Seamed Cardigans:
In contrast, seamed cardigans are assembled from separate knitted pieces. This approach involves knitting distinct sections for the back panel, two front panels, and two sleeves. The final step includes the assembly of these pieces using techniques like the mattress stitch. Typically, seamed cardigans are knitted “bottom-up,” starting from the hem and progressing up to the collar.
500+ Free Cardigan Knitting Patterns
With over 500 free knitted cardigan patterns to choose from, we have divided them into different styles to help you find exactly what you are looking for, just keep scrolling down to see the latest patterns.
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Cardigan Pattern Styles: long sleeves, short sleeves, 3/4 sleeves, open cardigans, button up cardigans, one button cardigans, long cardigans, free v-neck cardigans, cardigans with hoods, cardigans made with bulky yarn, knitted cardigan patterns with pockets, cardigans with peplums
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Cardigans by Stitch: lace stitch cardigan knitting patterns, textured stitch cardigans, free fair isle cardigans, free aran cardigan knitting patterns, cable cardigans, striped cardigans, stockinette stitch cardigans, ripple stitch cardigans, bobble stitch cardigans, garter stitch cardigan knitting patterns
Free Knitting Pattern Roundups for Cardigans
Vogue Knitting Pasha Knit Shawl-Collar Cropped Cardigan free knitting pattern. Ribbed collar, hem and cuffs in this quick and easy knit cropped cardigan knitting pattern. Skill Level: Easy Knitted measurements: Bust: 36 (41½, 44, 49½)” / 91.5 (105.5, 112, 125.5) cm Length: 17 (18, 19, …
Layered-Tuck Cardigan Free Knitting Pattern. “Tucks added just enough interest to keep you from getting bored with stockinette stitch. Very nice, light weight cover up for many summer occasions, casual to dressy.” As seen in Vogue Knitting SS08 ARIEL “SHEER RAPTURE”, designed by Rosemary Drysdale. …
Honey Blossom Cardigan Free Knitting Pattern. Skill Level: Easy to intermediate Knitted jacket with lace pattern and lace edge, worked top down with ¾ length sleeves in DROPS Merino Extra Fine. Sizes S – XXXL. Free Pattern
Arioso Jacket Free Knitting Pattern from Lana Grossa Filati Magazine 52. Sweater/Cardigan/Jacket knitting pattern with interesting textured patterns and fringing. Yarn Weight: Aran / 10 ply Skill Level: Intermediate Size: 34/36 (38/40, 42/44) Free Pattern The matching knit sweater that goes under the knit jacket. Free …
Cardigan in Alpaca with glitter free knitting pattern. Skill Level: Intermediate Size: XS/S S/M M/L XL XXL V-neck cardigan with cable details. Free Pattern
Seamless Free Cardigan Knitting Pattern from Berroco. A cozy, seamless cardigan, Lulea is knit in one piece from the bottom up to the armholes. Sleeves are knit and joined, with raglan shaping worked to finish the yoke. Designer: Amy Christoffers. Stockinette titch in bulky yarn, …
Battine Open Work Knit Cardigan Free Pattern. An open-work stitch pattern defines Battine. Knit in Berroco Inca Tweed, this cardigan is knit in pieces and seamed before being topped with a wide-ribbed neckline. Skill Level: Intermediate Finished measurements: Bust (closed) – 32(36-40-44-48-52)” Length – 22(22-22½-23-23½-24)” …
Apple Juice Cardigan Free Knitting Pattern from Aistė Butkevičienė! Size: S (M, L, XL, XXL) Bust circumference: 84-88 (90-96, 98-106, 108-114, 116-124) cm Hips circumference: 90-92 (94-100, 102-110, 112-118, 120-128) cm Bust cup size: A-B (B-C, B-C, C-D, C-D) Back neck is lifted by 2-2,5 …
