A cardigan is always a nice addition, no matter the season. When it gets a little chilly in the evening, you can quickly throw on a cardigan. To help you expand your cardigan collection, we’re highlighting a few knitting patterns that make it easy to knit a cardigan. You can knit a cardigan with a simple pattern, but we also have patterns for intermediate and advanced Haaksters. Grab your Knitting Needles, because in addition to a few great knitting patterns, we’ll also briefly explain what you need to knit a cardigan!
What do you need to knit a cardigan?
Yarn
Of course, yarn is a must-have for your project! Be sure to check out our wide selection of wool and yarn and browse around until you find the perfect yarn for your project! You can find all our yarn here.
Knitting Needles
It never hurts to have a good set of Knitting Needles. For different projects, you usually need different Knitting Needles of various thicknesses. Here you'll find our entire selection of Knitting Needles!
Tape Measure
Measurements are incredibly important when it comes to clothing; if you measure incorrectly, your finished garment might not fit. Or you might be knitting a beautiful cardigan and find that one sleeve is shorter than the other. So make sure you have a good measuring tape or a tape measure on hand for your clothing projects!
Finishing Accessories and More
Finally, it’s important to make sure you have all the necessary accessories on hand for your project. These include knitting needles, sewing needles, scissors, Stitch Markers, and more. To knit beautiful cardigans, you’ll need these accessories so you can finish them nicely and work as precisely as possible!
Knitting Cardigans: We've Collected the Most Beautiful Designs Just for You!
Knit a Mohair Cardigan
With your head in the clouds! Yeah, we totally get it. This fluffy cardigan from Yarn and Colors, with its boxy fit and trendy balloon sleeves, is made with mohair yarn and feels incredibly comfortable to wear. Warm, light, soft… the kind of cardigan you’ll never want to take off. And unlike many other cozy cardigans, this Cloud Cardigan also lets you look stylish. Casual with a top and jeans, elegant with a maxi dress—this knitted cardigan really goes with everything.
Knit the Bernadette Cardigan
A fantastic oversized cardigan knitted with large needles. The cardigan is knitted using two light, soft strands of yarn for a fuzzy effect. A lovely cardigan that’s very easy and quick to make yourself and looks great with any outfit.
Knitting a Long Cardigan
A fantastic long cardigan from the Yarn and Colors Basics collection, knitted with Yarn and Colors Happy for the winter season. You’ll knit this comfortable cardigan in stockinette stitch, using ribbing for the sleeves and hem. Pair this beautiful cardigan with jeans, and you’ll be ready to take on winter in style.
Knit a Sleeveless Cardigan
Attention, experienced knitters! We’ve got this long cardigan for you, featuring a cool cable pattern on the back, designed exclusively for Yarnplaza by former Haakster Bea Torfs. The yarn Bea used for this project is the soft, airy, yet warm Yarn and Colors Elegant. It’s perfect as an extra layer to add to your outfit on a cooler spring or fall day!
Knit a Summer Cardigan
Finish off your outfit with a cool long cardigan. With its loose fit and chunky knit look, this women’s cardigan is right on trend. And how does it feel to wear? Wonderful! The cardigan is knitted with a double strand of Pink Label Cotton Tube yarn, which feels wonderfully light, airy, and soft thanks to its tubular structure. As the name suggests, the cardigan is easy peasy to knit, making it perfect for beginner knitters.
Knit a Cable-Patterned Cardigan
In collaboration with former Haakster Bea Torfs, we’re pleased to present this stylish short cardigan with balloon sleeves and a beautiful cable pattern on the back. The cardigan is knitted with Yarn and Colors Elegant, making it wonderfully soft and cozy. Whether you need an extra layer on cooler summer evenings or want to stay nice and warm on a cold winter day, this cardigan is perfect for any occasion!
Zigzag-Knitted Cardigan
This cheerful cardigan is a must-have for your winter wardrobe. The chevron stitch creates a playful, wavy pattern. This Knitting Kit comes in two color options. Go for bold colors with the option featuring beige, Coral, and Pink, or choose the option with soothing shades of Blue, Green, and Grey. This Knitting Kit uses Pink Label Felt-it yarn.
Need help knitting your cardigan?
Check out our tutorial page for helpful video instructions!
Or join the Yarnplaza Academy and ask your questions!
Share your results
We always love seeing your projects! Feel free to send photos of your handmade cardigans to our social media accounts or via email. Of course, you can also share them in the Yarnplaza Academy to show them off to other crafters!
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