UPDATE:
THIS PATTERN IS NOW AVAILABLE IN MY SHOP.
SEE THE RELEASE POST >>>HERE<<<.
Ahhhh! I’m so excited to share my women’s pattern for The Sew What Club!
It’s called the Carrie Cardigan and it’s a comfy, over-sized, dolman sleeve, split cardigan.
It is sooo easy to sew and easy to wear.
It’s a pattern for all sewers and all sizes from 0-20!
It comes in two lengths and has two sleeve versions, which you can mix and match however you like. It’s also totally versatile in terms of material. Make it in a slinky sweater knit, a structured knit, or a fluid crepe de chine. It all works!
I even made it in flannel…which…I actually don’t completely recommend. ha! Well, I offer it as an option with a caution. This cardigan looks best with at least some drape and flow, so a “sticky” flannel can be a little tricky in cardigan form. I ended up leaving off the neck binding to help things along, but it still doesn’t look as slick when sewn with drapey fabric. But seriously…this beautiful plaid print. I couldn’t pass it up.
This is the short sleeve version, which really hits your arm at more of a half sleeve.
The long sleeve version is my fave, favorite. It’s dolman sleeve portion gathers to fit an extra long sleeve cuff. It looks best when you push the sleeve cuff up a little bit, so that the rest of the gathered sleeve spills over it.
The lengths are hip length and mid thigh length-ish. I say “-ish” because it really depends on what size you sew up. Because this cardigan is over-sized, you can sew a size up or down to suit how flowy and long you want it.
I ended up sewing up a size, because I like it to be really squishy and drapey.
Speaking of picking your size, the masterminds at The Sew What Club stacked the pdf pattern, so you can choose your size before printing. Less wasted paper and not guessing which line is yours if you print in black and white! Ye-ah!
Also thanks to The Sew What Club, this pattern is only $6 right now! For a women’s pattern….I know, right!? Just sign up for the Club subscription (for $6 per month) and get this pattern in your inbox! Easy as that. Then, you’ll get a fresh, new women’s pattern in your inbox each month after that. It’s a really amazing deal!
BTW…You can ONLY get this pattern from The Sew What Club and it’s only offered for the month of October, so you won’t want to miss it!
If you have questions about what The Sew What Club is, I have a whole intro post about it HERE. Or feel free to leave a comment on this post. I’ll do my best to answer here.
Happy Sewing!
Sources: Tan and White Striped Knit – Girl Charlee || Plaid Flannel – Jo-Ann
THIS PATTERN IS NOW AVAILABLE IN MY SHOP. SEE THE RELEASE POST >>>HERE<<<.
I’d love to join and get your pattern because it is gorgeous but I guess I’ll have to wait for it to arrive in your shop because it seems like all of their patterns are too small for me.
I love your pattern for this cardigan and I can’t wait to see it in your shop.
I am so sorry about that Jen. It should be in the shop just after the new year. <3
Delia! You are so so so amazing! I am so grateful that you were willing to share your talents! And HELLO gorgeous! Both your versions are stunning! This pattern is a major staple for me this fall. Now I need to go get some flannel!
Thank you!
Kelly
Aw…thanks Kelly! It’s been a pleasure. Thank you for making the process so fun and stress free. You and the Sew What Club team are truly amazing!
I love this in flannel too! Great cardigan!
Thank you Trish!
This is so fantastic Delia! I really really love it! And it looks adorable on you.
Thank you so much Dana! xx 🙂
When you made the plaid version did you just sew a rolled hem all the way around rather than using the neck band? Or did you do some sort of facing instead?
Thanks!
Hi Heidi!
Good question. I just did a rolled hem. A facing would probably wear better though. Sometimes the rolled hem flips out and bugs me. 😉
Hi Delia! I’m loving this pattern- it’s exactly what I’ve been looking for, and I can’t wait to purchase from you. I want to purchase some jersey fabric now in prep for this (sales are on!), but am not sure how much I would need for a medium size, long sleeve version? If you can help out, that would be great! Thanks 🙂
Ack…Jo! I am sorry that I just saw this! My holiday schedule has been hectic. So you just need 2.5 yards. The sizes runs oversized and baggy (on purpose ;)) . Depending on how thick and drapey the fabric is, you could technically size down to a small and use only 2 yards if need be. I hope that helps…and I hope I am not too late in answering…sorry again!
Hi again Delia,
Please don’t be sorry! I didn’t expect an instant response over the holiday season. We all need down time 😉
Thanks so much for your reply- I am stocked up with the most beautiful knits now, and am very excited for the release of your pattern!
Take care 🙂
I really need this pattern like yesterday:P I didn’t know about it when it was released on Sew What Club Are you releasing it soon on your site or is there going to be a Sew What Club pattern shop where I can purchase or any other way I can buy it for spring sewing?
Hi Starly!
I am so sorry to report that I won’t be releasing it until later this year. I was planning on releasing it at the beginning of this year, but now I’m thinking of making some adjustments to the shaping and the sizing of the pattern before I do. By the time I get it all sorted out, it will be too late to release a cardigan pattern, so Fall seems like a better time. I am so sorry for the delay. I hope you understand.
<3,
Delia
Delia,
Do you know when you will be releasing the Carrie Cardigan pattern? I love this pattern and have not been able to find one anywhere. Bobbi
Is the Carrie Cardigan pattern available to purchase somewhere?
Hi Delia, I’m still hoping you will be releasing this great Carrie cardigan pattern in your shop soon. Keeping my fingers crossed!
Aw thanks Linda! I am so sorry. I am looking into maybe re-releasing the pattern, but I’m just not sure right now with my limited schedule. For now I am not going to, but if that changes I will definitely make an announcement. Thank you for your patience. I wish I had a better answer.
Hi Delia!
I came across this post on Pinterest, and I am really interested in the Carrie Cardigan. I love the style of it, and I have several that were purchased at miscellaneous stores. It’s really exciting to anticipate creating this in my choice of fabrics.
where can I find the pattern or will you be adding it to your shop on the Sew What Club?
Hi Veronica,
My apologies, but for now I am not re-releasing it. I have to work out some details before it’s ready for release and I can’t give a firm answer for when that will be. I am so sorry. I wish I had a better answer.
Delia
Hey…Is there anywhere I can buy this pattern from? I love it!
Thanks ?
Hi Gem! For now I am not re-releasing the pattern but I may change my mind if I can work out some details. Stay tuned. 🙂
Hi Delia! This is another request for your Carrie Cardigan pattern. It is so stinking cute! I hope you re-release soon. I would like to make these for the cooler months that are coming.
Hi Bernie,
Thanks for your kind comment and encouragement! I am working on it. You may be seeing it up for sale soon if all goes well. 🙂
Thank you for your patience!
Delia
I sent you an email before I noticed all these comments. I would LOVE to buy this Carrie Cardigan Pattern. I hope you release really soon. I have so many awesome knits I’d love to make this with.
There are lots of ladies on Knitpop that want to buy it too.
Thank you,
Thank you for the support Maria! I am working on it and hope to get it out soon. Thank you so much for your patience!
Thank you! Excited! There are so many other people I know on FB that would LOVE this pattern as well. I hope you relist it for sale soon. I’m saving all my beautiful sweater knits 🙂
I just re-released it! All the details are here:
http://www.deliacreates.com/carrie-cardigan-sewing-pattern-release/
Thank you for your encouragement! <3
I am also awaiting the re-release of this pattern, it would make for a great NYE sequin cardigan ??