Reconnect | Longline Cardi PDF Sewing Pattern

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 duster for every day or go totally glam.

• V shaped neckline.
• 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.

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

• Size 4-30. 
• Use your upper bust measurement to size.
• Range: 73-135cm (28.75-58.75")
• View the size chart here. 

FABRIC:

• 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.
• View fabric & trim requirements here.

FABRIC SUGGESTIONS:

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.

TRIMS: Only required if adding that design element.

• BUTTONS - 4 3 x 12mm (1/2") buttons (can add more). Lightweight stretch interfacing. 2pcs 2.7 x 24.5cm (1 1/8 X 9.5").
• SNAPS - 3 x Snaps. These are optional & more can be added. Lightweight stretch interfacing. 2 x 2.7 x 24.5cm (1 1/8 X 9.5").
• PATCH POCKETS - 4 Lightweight stretch interfacing. 2pcs 4.5 x 20cm (1 3/4 x 8").
• HEM RUFFLE - Lastin if gathering with elastic (optional). See tutorial page 42.

• FORMAT: Digital pdf pattern.
• TUTORIAL: Detailed tutorial with user friendly instructions to prepare & create your new pattern.
• PATTERN FILES: Print at home, 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. 

The sleeves in this pattern are mashable with others in the PE stretch range. No alternation to the pattern is needed.

Check out the list here.