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If you’re looking for a good cardigan pattern, I’m impressed with the one from Made for Mermaids. It is a quick sewing project with lots of options. I love that I can wear it for both dressy and casual occasions.
The Fae Cardigan & Duster pattern was included in my monthly sewing subscription box from ThreadCrate. I love that I get to try something new every month. If you want to give ThreadCrate a try, you can get 10% off with code: Society10.
Fae Cardigan & Duster Review
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Pattern Description: Women’s cardigan with three length options (tunic, cardi, and duster), two neckband options (straight and shawl), four sleeve options (fitted, 3/4, lantern, and color-blocked lantern), and optional front pockets.
Time to Sew: 30 Minutes
Difficulty: Beginner
Format: PDF (Regular 8.5×11) Instant Download or A0 Print Shop Copy
I made two versions of the Fae cardigan. The deep purple is the cardi length with regular neckband and lantern sleeves. The turquoise is the tunic length with shawl collar and fitted sleeves. Here are some photos of me wearing it:
I prefer the fitted sleeves. The lantern sleeves are pretty, but they get in the way. I think the shawl collar is prettier, but I like both the shawl and regular neckbands. Beware that the shoulder seams on this cardigan pattern are slouchy. They drop part way down your biceps.
I feel like the sizing is a bit large from Made for Mermaids, so if you’re in between sizes, choose the smaller one. This Fae cardigan is very flowy.
Materials Needed to Sew the Fae Cardigan
I used a four-way stretch knit for both of my cardigans. I got the fabric inside my monthly sewing subscription box from ThreadCrate. If you’re interested in subscribing, you can get 10% off with the code: Society10. This sewing subscription box is cool because they send you a women’s sewing pattern every month, as well as all the fabric and notions you need to make it. Lots of surprise sewing goodies are also included.
Here are the notions you’ll need to buy to sew the Fae cardigan:
- 2-3 yards of fabric, depending on the length you want to make.
- Coordination thread
I used a serger to complete this entire project. You can use a sewing machine, but I think it’s easier to sew knits with a serger and I like the finished edge it creates. If you’re new to sewing with knits, I suggest you read my post on How to Sew Stretchy Fabrics Without Losing Your Mind.
If you want to sew the Fae cardigan, I created a SEW ALONG to help you out. Do not fear.
Let me know if you try this cardigan pattern. I’d love to see photos!
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