{"id":29201,"date":"2021-03-07T07:19:00","date_gmt":"2021-03-07T12:19:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/?p=29201"},"modified":"2021-03-06T15:36:50","modified_gmt":"2021-03-06T20:36:50","slug":"easy-long-cardigan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/easy-long-cardigan\/","title":{"rendered":"The Easy Long Cardigan, A New Staple In Your Wardrobe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-4.jpg\" alt=\"easy long cardigan\" class=\"wp-image-29400 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-4.jpg 735w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-4-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-4-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-4-100x150.jpg 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 735px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 735\/1102;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-4.jpg\" alt=\"easy long cardigan\" class=\"wp-image-29400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-4.jpg 735w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-4-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-4-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-4-100x150.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This easy long cardigan is very minimalistic and streamlined &#8211;perfect for the busty girl. &nbsp;I have used tulle in the back to add a bit of drama but it is completely optional and you could use the same knit fabric to make the project even simpler.&nbsp;&nbsp;This is a super easy project. &nbsp;You'll see that there isn't a long tutorial because the design and construction are so simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The easy long cardigan is a design that has been around since the sixties. &nbsp;A favorite of women who have to step out in their pajamas to drop the kids at school. &nbsp;At least that is what we see in the movies, isn't it? &nbsp;The fact is that it is a staple in women's wardrobes. Worn with leggings and a tank top or shorts and heels, it is the perfect accessory to hide your&nbsp;bottom. &nbsp;Yes, you read right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-image-29403\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/shutterstock_225126568-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"easy long cardigan\" class=\"wp-image-29403 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/shutterstock_225126568-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/shutterstock_225126568-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/shutterstock_225126568-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/shutterstock_225126568-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/shutterstock_225126568.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/334;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/shutterstock_225126568-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"easy long cardigan\" class=\"wp-image-29403\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/shutterstock_225126568-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/shutterstock_225126568-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/shutterstock_225126568-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/shutterstock_225126568-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/shutterstock_225126568.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption>Sydney, Australia<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class='code-block code-block-1' style='margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;'>\n<script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1603327324376329\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"1980980487\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>There's a little backstory to this design that I'd like to share with you. &nbsp;I was living in Sydney, Australia in 2001 when my mother came to visit. &nbsp;As far as I can recall, my mother never has never worn pants before that. &nbsp;In Sydney, winter weather is usually glorious except for a couple of weeks when it can get down to 10 degrees C or 50 degrees F&nbsp;and it's often windy. &nbsp;As you can imagine, coming from tropical Panama, my mom's wardrobe was not adequate, so we went in search of warmer clothes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I had jeans in mind, but she refused to wear&nbsp;them. &nbsp;Her reasons shocked me. &nbsp;She said my father had told her 30 years back that she did not look good on pants. &nbsp;Determined to prove him wrong, I invited my mother to sit with me at a cafe and watch the people walking by. &nbsp; The women in Sydney were comfortable in jeans. &nbsp;That is what she saw and I was pleased. &nbsp;However, she was still hesitant to give it a try, so I made her an easy long cardigan. &nbsp;This would keep her warm and&nbsp;provide her somewhat I personally felt was unnecessary&#8211; modesty. &nbsp;It did the trick and she's literally worn that same easy long cardigan (and pants..) ever since. &nbsp;I wanted to share the concept with you. &nbsp;Let's call it Sydney.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"434\" height=\"650\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4131-434x650.jpg\" alt=\"easy long cardigan\" class=\"wp-image-29404 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4131-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4131-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4131-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4131.jpg 667w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 434px) 100vw, 434px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 434px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 434\/650;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"434\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4131-434x650.jpg\" alt=\"easy long cardigan\" class=\"wp-image-29404\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4131-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4131-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4131-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4131.jpg 667w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 434px) 100vw, 434px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Features of the Easy Long Cardigan:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Mid-calf but can be lengthened or shortened<\/li><li>No buttons or belt giving a slimming and very elegant look<\/li><li>Sizes 8 to 18<\/li><li>Adaptable to a printed or plain fabric<\/li><li>Super easy to sew<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Thin cotton or rayon knit jersey <strong>(only).<\/strong> &nbsp;2 1\/2 to 3 1\/2 yards depending on size. &nbsp;Please print the pattern to make sure you have enough fabric.<\/li><li>Soft tulle to match the color of the jersey. &nbsp;1 yard.<\/li><li><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2iPUnW5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Woven fusible tricot<\/a>. &nbsp;I used Pellon.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tools<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Sewing machine<\/li><li>Double <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2cz4f2S\">twin jersey<\/a> needle. &nbsp;I prefer Schmetz.<\/li><li>Jersey needle<\/li><li><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2cz4H10\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cover stitch<\/a>&nbsp;sewing machine (optional)<\/li><li>or Serger<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Finished Garment Measurements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"125\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Screen-Shot-2016-09-25-at-10.02.18-PM-500x125.png\" alt=\"easy long cardigan\" class=\"wp-image-29548 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Screen-Shot-2016-09-25-at-10.02.18-PM-500x125.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Screen-Shot-2016-09-25-at-10.02.18-PM-300x75.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Screen-Shot-2016-09-25-at-10.02.18-PM-768x191.png 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Screen-Shot-2016-09-25-at-10.02.18-PM-150x37.png 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Screen-Shot-2016-09-25-at-10.02.18-PM.png 1143w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/125;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"125\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Screen-Shot-2016-09-25-at-10.02.18-PM-500x125.png\" alt=\"easy long cardigan\" class=\"wp-image-29548\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Screen-Shot-2016-09-25-at-10.02.18-PM-500x125.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Screen-Shot-2016-09-25-at-10.02.18-PM-300x75.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Screen-Shot-2016-09-25-at-10.02.18-PM-768x191.png 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Screen-Shot-2016-09-25-at-10.02.18-PM-150x37.png 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Screen-Shot-2016-09-25-at-10.02.18-PM.png 1143w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended Fabrics<\/h2>\n\n\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\" language=\"javascript\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ftjcfx.com\/widget-57c289e2e4b006aacf4a7d63-7948432?target=_top&mouseover=Y\"><\/script><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pattern Download<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you have the revised version.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"mab-29411199\" class=\"magic-action-box mab-type-sales-box mab-id-29411 mabstyle-mab-crosswalk use-mab-button-default mab-fields-layout-default mab-responsive\" data-mabid=\"29411\" data-trackid=\"29411\" data-type=\"sales-box\" data-track=\"1\" ><div class=\"mab-pad mab-wrap mab-aside-left mab-aside-type-image\"><div class=\"mab-aside\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4131.jpg\" alt=\"Opt In Image\" width=\"200\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 667px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 667\/1000;width: 200px;\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4131.jpg\" alt=\"Opt In Image\" width=\"200\" style=\" width: 200px;\" \/><\/noscript><\/div><div class=\"mab-content\"><div class=\"mab-heading\">Download the Free Pattern<\/div><div class=\"mab-main-copy\"><p>You can download the pattern for this Easy Long Cardigan from our account at Payhip.<\/p><p>For help downloading and printing PDF patterns, please <a title=\"How to print and assemble a PDF Pattern\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/print-assemble-pdf-pattern\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CLICK HERE<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"mab-main-action-wrap\"><a class=\"mab-main-button mab-button-type-css3 208210 mab-button-0\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/longcardigan\" style=\"\" >Pattern Download<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\" style=\"clear:both;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step One: Preparing the fabric.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lay the fabric on a flat surface and let it rest overnight. &nbsp;The resting time allows the fabric to relax if it is overstretched. &nbsp;Apply fusible tricot&nbsp;to the armholes, shoulders, and neck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"287\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/long-cardigan-2-500x287.jpg\" alt=\"easy long cardigan\" class=\"wp-image-29408 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/long-cardigan-2-500x287.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/long-cardigan-2-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/long-cardigan-2-768x441.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/long-cardigan-2-150x86.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/long-cardigan-2.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/287;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"287\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/long-cardigan-2-500x287.jpg\" alt=\"easy long cardigan\" class=\"wp-image-29408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/long-cardigan-2-500x287.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/long-cardigan-2-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/long-cardigan-2-768x441.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/long-cardigan-2-150x86.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/long-cardigan-2.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step Two: Sewing the back and shoulders<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-29365 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4082-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"img_4082\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4082-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4082-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4082-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4082-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4082-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4082-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-29365\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4082-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"img_4082\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4082-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4082-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4082-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4082-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4082-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4082-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Place the back yoke print side down, pin the tulle and sew at 5\/8&#8243; using your serger. &nbsp;It is possible to make this long cardigan using only your sewing machine by using a stretchable stitch. &nbsp;Some machines have a stitch that resembles a serger. &nbsp;Check your manual for the best stitch possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a bit more background on <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/sewing-stretchy-knits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sewing stretchy knits<\/a>, please check out our article on the topic linked below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/sewing-stretchy-knits\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Sewing-with-the-Stretchy-Knits-1-500x500.jpg\" alt=\"sewing-with-the-stretchy-knits-1\" class=\"wp-image-29389 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Sewing-with-the-Stretchy-Knits-1-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Sewing-with-the-Stretchy-Knits-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Sewing-with-the-Stretchy-Knits-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Sewing-with-the-Stretchy-Knits-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Sewing-with-the-Stretchy-Knits-1.jpg 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/500;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Sewing-with-the-Stretchy-Knits-1-500x500.jpg\" alt=\"sewing-with-the-stretchy-knits-1\" class=\"wp-image-29389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Sewing-with-the-Stretchy-Knits-1-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Sewing-with-the-Stretchy-Knits-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Sewing-with-the-Stretchy-Knits-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Sewing-with-the-Stretchy-Knits-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Sewing-with-the-Stretchy-Knits-1.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step Three: Sewing the sleeves and sides<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you cut the fabric, measure the sleeves and the shoulder to determine whether you are happy with the length of the sleeve.&nbsp; I have designed it so it is shorter on the sleeves because of housework and the fact I work with my hands all the time and do not what the sleeves on the way.&nbsp; Please make the necessary&nbsp;adjustments should you require a longer length.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-29368 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-notches-for-the-bac-500x375.png\" alt=\"2-notches-for-the-bac\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-notches-for-the-bac-500x375.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-notches-for-the-bac-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-notches-for-the-bac-150x113.png 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-notches-for-the-bac.png 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/375;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-29368\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-notches-for-the-bac-500x375.png\" alt=\"2-notches-for-the-bac\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-notches-for-the-bac-500x375.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-notches-for-the-bac-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-notches-for-the-bac-150x113.png 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/2-notches-for-the-bac.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Place the two notches of the sleeves to the back and align the middle notch of the sleeve to the shoulder seam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sew the sides of the cardigan and close the sleeve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step Four: The neck binding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cut two 4&#8243; wide strips of fabric the length of the cardigan from the middle of the neck to the hem. &nbsp;You can measure this off the pieces you have already sewn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sew both strips right sides together and end to end at 5\/8&#8243; to make one long binding. &nbsp;Serge the seam allowance to eliminate the bulk. Fold lengthwise and pin the center seam of the binding to the center of the neckline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start sewing from the center of the neckline to the hem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-29373 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4091-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"img_4091\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4091-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4091-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4091-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4091-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4091-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4091-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-29373\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4091-500x333.jpg\" alt=\"img_4091\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4091-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4091-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4091-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4091-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4091-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4091-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-29370 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/center-back-2-500x375.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/center-back-2-500x375.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/center-back-2-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/center-back-2-150x113.png 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/center-back-2.png 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/375;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-29370\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/center-back-2-500x375.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/center-back-2-500x375.png 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/center-back-2-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/center-back-2-150x113.png 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/center-back-2.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript>Step Five: Hemming the long cardigan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"302\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4133-500x302.jpg\" alt=\"img_4133\" class=\"wp-image-29374 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4133-500x302.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4133-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4133-768x463.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4133-1536x927.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4133-2048x1236.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4133-150x91.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/302;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"302\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4133-500x302.jpg\" alt=\"img_4133\" class=\"wp-image-29374\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4133-500x302.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4133-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4133-768x463.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4133-1536x927.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4133-2048x1236.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/IMG_4133-150x91.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Change your machine to a twin needle. &nbsp;Fold the hem 5\/8&#8243; and sew very slowly. &nbsp;Do not stretch the fabric at all. &nbsp;Let your machine do all the work. &nbsp;Or you can use of cover stitch machine if you have one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need some more guidance about <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/how-to-use-a-twin-needle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to use a twin needle<\/a>, please check out our tutorial linked below:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class='code-block code-block-10' style='margin: 8px auto; 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--smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 400\/400;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/twin-needles.jpg\" alt=\"twin-needles\" class=\"wp-image-29384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/twin-needles.jpg 400w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/twin-needles-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/twin-needles-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In five easy steps, it is possible to have a very stylish cardigan. &nbsp;Worn with leggings and a tank top, it has become my go-to outfit to rush out of the house to pick something or someone. &nbsp;It is the perfect car ride outfit or for a long haul overnight flight. &nbsp;As for my mother, she uses her easy long cardigan with straight pants or jeans&nbsp;but hiding her bum is no longer the reason. &nbsp;She is turning 70 in a couple of months and she's no longer&nbsp;concerned&nbsp;about what people think.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"275\" height=\"84\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Pin-Me.jpg\" alt=\"Pin-Me\" class=\"wp-image-23570 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Pin-Me.jpg 275w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Pin-Me-150x46.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 275px) 100vw, 275px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 275px; 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