Reconnect Longline Cardi

The Reconnect Cardi is a fit & flare longline cardigan sewing pattern that's easy to dress up or down. It features multiple sleeve options including cuffed sleeve, cap & short sleeve & a fabulous puff sleeve option. 

Sew the ruffle hem cardi in your favourite lightweight knit for a surprisingly chic vibe.

In knee or midi length (& maxi length in the ruffle option), this longline cardi gives you ample room to get as creative as you like. Make a regular cardi for every day or go totally glam.

WHAT'S IN THE PATTERN? Watch the video to see.

▼FEATURES

V-neck.

Banded opening.

Gently fitted through the upper body & sleeves. 

Subtle A-line from waist to hem.

2 Regular sleeves - fitted & semi-fitted (with or without cuff).

Cap & short sleeve.

Puff sleeve.

Knee or midi length in regular finish. 

Knee, midi or maxi length in ruffle hem finish.

Stitched or patch pockets.

Buttons (functional or decorative) or snaps.

Easy to multi-size (with instructions).

Easy sleeve width adjustment video.

Designed for stretch knit fabrics.

Trans-seasonal.

Mashable with our flounce or bishop sleeve patterns.

Print at home, A0 copy shop & projector pattern files.

Written & photographed instructions. 

◄VIDEOS

For those sewists who are visual learners, we've created some videos to help you get sewing. Most of these tips you'll also be able to translate onto other projects. You'll find each of these also linked in the tutorial & on our YouTube channel.

Bouncing a Seam

Adding the Band

Widen the Sleeve

Full Bust Adjustment

Gathering With Elastic

◄SIZING

Size 4-30. 

Use your upper bust measurement to size.

Range: 73-135cm (28.75-58.75")

View the size chart here. 

◄FABRIC & TRIMS

Designed for stretch knit fabrics. Both 4-way or 2-way stretch knits with vertical give work well. It's also fabulously trans-seasonal & can be made in a light bamboo, crochet-style knit or mesh for a spring/summer cover-up to a merino wool or French terry for cooler weather.

4-way & 2-way stretch knits with vertical give. 

View fabric & trim requirements here.

 

FABRIC SUGGESTIONS include French terry, Sweater knit, Hacci (Hatchi), Merino Wool Knit, Sweat shirting, Techno crepe, Crepe knit, Liverpool, Pique Knit, Rib Knit, Jacquard knit, Stretch mesh, Viscose or rayon elastane knits, Double brushed poly (DBP), Single brushed poly (SBP), Stretch knit crepe, Poly elastane knits, Cotton Lycra, Bamboo Lycra, Athletic knit, Modal Lycra, Ponte, Wool Knit.

◄PATTERN SPECS

Projector files for this pattern include multi-coloured and black size lines, large text and full pattern pieces. Plus centre fold lines so you can cut on the fold if needed.

PATTERN FORMAT: Digital pdf pattern.

PATTERN FILES: Print at home (A4/Letter), A0 Copy Shop, Projector. 

LAYERED: Yes.

SIZES: AU 4-30.

SKILL LEVEL: Experienced Beginner.

FABRIC TYPE: Stretch knit fabric. 

MEASUREMENTS: All patterns are in metric (cms) & imperial (inches).

OPEN & PRINT IN: Adobe Reader. Get for free here. 

◄HELP

SEAM ALLOWANCES are included. See pattern pieces or glossary for details.

BEGINNERS, WATCH OUR VIDEO SERIES here. Watch a tutorial tour & learn how to access, download & print your pdf patterns. 

PRINTING: For more details, see the info pages in the beginning of each tutorial.

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This is a downloadable digital PDF pattern. As such, refunds after purchase are not possible.  No further discounts apply during a pattern release.