Plus Size Long Draped Asymmetrical Cardigan

Name: Plus Size Long Draped Asymmetrical Cardigan
Brand: Minerva Patterns
SKU: 905867
Price: 5.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Pattern #905867

Tech. Description

Long Draped Asymmetrical Cardigan

This sewing pattern creates a stylish, long draped cardigan featuring an open front with a cascade of fabric and a chic asymmetrical hemline.

When To Wear

This versatile cardigan is perfect for various settings, offering comfort and style for:

Everyday Casual: An effortless layer for daily wear, from errands to relaxed social gatherings.
Layering Essential: Ideal for adding warmth and a touch of elegance over tops and dresses in transitional weather.
Travel & Leisure: Easy to pack and style, providing comfortable sophistication for journeys and relaxed outings.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: a loose, relaxed fit designed to drape fluidly, creating a flattering and comfortable profile.

Neckline & Collar: An open-front design with a continuous, cascading waterfall drape that flows from the neckline into the front panels.

Closure: Designed to be worn open, without any buttons, zippers, or ties, highlighting its draped aesthetic.

Sleeves: Long, set-in sleeves finished with a simple hem.

Hem: Features a distinct asymmetrical hemline, with gracefully elongated and draped points at the front and a straight finish at the back.

Length: Extended length, falling to the mid-thigh at its longest points, while the back finishes around the hip.

Back: a clean, straightforward back panel that contrasts with the dramatic drape of the front, maintaining a subtle a-line shape.

Level Of Difficulty

Intermediate. Requires experience with knit fabrics, including elastic stitching, finishing raw edges, and setting sleeves.

Fabric Recommendations

Choose knit fabrics with medium to high stretch from natural or blended fibers to achieve the desired drape and comfort:

Medium to high stretch knits
Natural fiber knits (e.g., cotton jersey, merino wool jersey)
Blended fiber knits (e.g., rayon blends, modal blends)

Additional Supplies

No additional notions are required.

Cutter's Must

Front – 2 qty
Back – 1 qty (on fold)
Sleeve – 2 qty

Tip: Cut pieces from knit fabrics are stitched with a special elastic or narrow zigzag stitch. When serging, trim seam allowances to 0.6 – 0.8 cm. The hem allowance is topstitched with a twin needle to maintain elasticity.

Sewing Instructions

Cut a bias binding 4 cm wide and equal to the length of the back neckline. Fold the bias binding in half lengthwise, right side out, and press. Place the bias binding with the neckline edge on the right side and stitch, then fold the bias binding to the wrong side and topstitch along the fold to the main piece. Press the seam.
Stitch the shoulder and side edges of the back and front. Serge the seams and press towards the back.
Stitch the sleeve edges. Serge the seams and press.
Set in the sleeves into the armholes, matching the notches. Serge the seams and press.
Serge the bottom edge of the garment, the bottom edge of the sleeve. Fold to the wrong side, press, and topstitch.
Serge the edge of the front opening and the top edge of the front. Fold to the wrong side, press, and topstitch.