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The great thing about having a line of sewing patterns is that I can create my own dream wardrobe. One of those dream pieces is a structured cardigan that can be worn just like a blazer, but much more comfortable.
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This is why I created the Eivy cardigan sewing pattern, which is now my best-selling pattern! With the collar and pocket option, it nicely doubles up as a jacket.
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For winter I wanted to make a nautical version, inspired by both vintage naval pea coats and classic Chanel jackets. Hence the golden anchor buttons.
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The fabric is a heavier wool rib knit in charcoal grey. I wanted to get a navy knit of course, but the supplier didn’t have that in stock. And in hindsight, I think this dark, marled grey turned out well despite not being my original vision.
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Notice the princess seam across the front? The Eivy cardigan has seams both in the back and front, making it very easy to alter for a fuller bust. We show how to do a FBA on princess seams in our book Fit for Knits, if you are curious.
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Of course, I added my signature finish, a band to hide the neckline seam in the back. Check out my neckline band tutorial to learn how to do it (it’s super easy!).
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Wearing the Eivy sailor cardigan in my kitchen. I have mostly vintage furniture in my home because just like with clothes, I love looking into the past for inspiration.
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