Wardrobe by Me Balloon Cardigan

Buy the Balloon Cardigan sewing pattern from Wardrobe by Me. The Balloon Cardigan is a cosy, slightly oversized cardigan with dropped shoulders and banded edges. The sleeves and body are gathered to the cuffs and hemband, creating the cute balloon effect. Make it with the V-neckline (View A) or the round neckline (View B). Choose from two lengths and optional pockets.

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats:

– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF?

– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). What is Copy Shop?

Suggested fabrics:

Main: Light to medium weight jersey, fancy knit, French terry, thin dainty jersey. You can also use light to medium weight woven fabric for the body.

Cuffs and hemband: Rib fabric with 50% stretch.

Fabric requirements:

Main: 150 cm (60") wide fabric: Views A and B Long, 1.4 - 1.9 m (1.6 - 2 yd) // Views A and B Short, 1.1 - 1.75 m (1.2 - 1.9 yd).

Rib: 150 cm (60") wide: Views A and B, 0.2 - 0.35 m (0.25 - 0.4 yd).

Sizing: US 0 – 24 / EU 30 – 54 (approx. UK 6 – 24, based on our standardised size chart). Please also check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements.

Notions: 90 cm (35") wide interfacing, 0.9 m (1 yd); buttons, 15-22 mm (5/8"-7/8") diameter, 6 for View A Long/View B Short, 4 for View A Short, 8 for View B Long.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; A4/US letter print-at-home pattern (32 pages); A0 copy shop pattern (2 sheets) // Layers: Yes // Projector file: Yes.

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