Balloon Cardigan sewing pattern
The Balloon Cardigan Sewing Pattern is perfect for creating a cozy, relaxed-fit cardigan featuring trendy balloon sleeves. This cardigan sewing pattern works with various fabrics, allowing you to craft either light layers or warm, cozy pieces. With detailed instructions and options for multiple lengths, it's suited for sewists of all levels. Whether you want a casual everyday layer or a standout statement piece, the Balloon Cardigan sewing pattern offers endless possibilities for creativity and personalization.
- A cute cardigan with volume at the hem
- Two neckline options
- Two body lengths
- Balloon effect at the sleeves and hem
- Optional pockets
- Sizes US 0–24 / EURO 30–54
Style the Balloon cardigan with the Hepburn pants sewing pattern or the Linea A-line skirt sewing pattern. Wear it over our popular Wardrobe Builder T-shirt sewing pattern
Skill level 2/4
The Balloon Cardigan sewing pattern requires a little practice gathering the bands to the sleeves and hem, and you will sew buttonholes.
What you need to sew your Balloon Cardigan Sewing Pattern
Use jersey or fancy knit fabric for the Balloon cardigan.
- Jersey fabric
- Ribbing (optional)
- Buttons
- Interfacing
- Sewing thread
Balloon Cardigan Sewing Pattern includes
- Layers for each size
- Trimless pages
- Fully illustrated instructions
- Metric and imperial measurements
- A4 and letter paper format in color (32 pages)
- A0 printshop format in color (2 pages)
- Projector file in color
- Seam allowances are included in all pattern pieces
Pattern Specifications
- Format: Digital PDF (printable on A4, Letter, A0 + projector file)
- Garment Type: Cardigan
- Fabric Type: Jersey fabric (+ optional ribbing)
- Skill Level: Adventurous beginner (2/4)
- Sizing: Women's US 0–24 / EURO 30–54
- Style: Relaxed fit with balloon sleeves and volume at hem
- Key Features: Two neckline options, two body lengths, balloon effect at sleeves and hem, optional pockets, button front
Print PDF sewing patterns
Instructions with the following elements:
- Pattern overview with pattern names and cutting instructions. (page 3)
- Page overview showing how to tape the pages together (page 3)
- Measurements of the body and garment are provided in both Imperial and metric units. (pages 4-5)
- Style illustration of the garment shown from the front and back. (page 6)
- Materials list with recommended fabrics and trims. (Page 7)
- Illustrated instructions with step-by-step line drawings explained in English.
Pattern pieces
- Pattern pieces with seam allowances included.
- Layered file with each size on a separate layer.
What you get is the following:
- Instructions booklet
- PDF pattern in A4 and Letter
- PDF pattern in A0
- Separate projector file
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Print at Home — A4 and Letter Files
- Print your pattern on A4 or US Letter-sized paper. More details here
- Assemble the pages easily by taping them together following our clear layout guides.
- Tape the pages together with these easy steps.
A0 Copy Shop File
- Skip the taping! Our A0 files let you print full-size patterns. Find a local vetted shop that specializes in printing sewing patterns.
Projector File for Paperless Sewing
- All our PDF patterns include a projector-optimized file.
- Features a large workspace, thick lines, left and right pattern pieces, and separate layers for each size.
- Includes a scaling grid in metric and imperial measurements.
- Offers layers for both light and dark backgrounds, ensuring perfect visibility.
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