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Another “Cool Cardigan” and Versatile Tank

June 8, 2014 by SewMaris 15 Comments

I think Pamela’s Patterns “Cool Cardigans”—Draped Front just might be my new favorite drapey cardigan sweater. Maybe you remember I used this same pattern recently to make a little cheetah print sweater, and here it is again in a wonderful black and grey coffee bean knit from EmmaOneSock.

Black Coffee Bean Knit Cardigan + tank top by Sew Maris

This fabric is purrrrr-fect for me in every way. It is:

  1. an easy care knit
  2. a wardrobe neutral in my basic color—black (+ grey)
  3. a great match for my hair color! 😉
  4. a perfect print design for theSeattle  coffee-holic that I am!

Black Coffee Bean Knit Cardigan + tank top by Sew Maris

Since I had already altered this pattern to fit exactly the way I like, I did not make any adjustments to the body of the cardigan. However, the “3/4” sleeve length as indicated on the pattern is too short for my gorilla-long arms, and that “sewing fail” resulted in my tutorial on adding a vented sleeve band. It worked out for the best, though, as I love the extra detail of the sleeve band on this sweater.

Black Coffee Bean Knit Cardigan + tank top by Sew Maris

The tank pattern I used for this combo is also from Pamela’s Patterns—part of New Versatile Twinset. Nice! I am both “Cool” and “Versatile” when I wear these two items together.

Black Coffee Bean Knit Cardigan + tank top by Sew Maris

Oh, I am “magical” too, right? You might recognize this Magic Pencil Skirt from the an earlier blog post. The beefy ponte knit fabric is such a dream to wear and totally easy care.

I am in a mood to sew multiples using the same pattern. You are going to see more of these, for sure!

Happy sewing!

Maris

 

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Comments

  1. Beata

    June 8, 2014 at 11:55 pm

    Wow! Chic! Elegant! Great outfit! I definitelty have to make a cardigan. You are inspiring!

    Reply
    • SewMaris

      June 9, 2014 at 6:52 am

      Oh Beata, you could whip one of these up with one hand tied behind your back! Thanks, darling!!

      Reply
  2. Linda L

    June 9, 2014 at 4:01 am

    Very nice! I like Pamela’s Patterns; I have about three versions of the Magic Pencil Skirt and probably time to sew up a couple more.

    Reply
    • SewMaris

      June 9, 2014 at 6:54 am

      I have become a fan too, Linda. Great “wardrobe builders”, right?

      Reply
  3. Jane

    June 9, 2014 at 4:17 am

    All of it – really fabulous!

    Reply
  4. Cindy

    June 9, 2014 at 5:26 am

    Love it! I have both her cardigan patterns. You’re inspiring me to make it.

    Reply
    • SewMaris

      June 9, 2014 at 6:56 am

      That’s my goal, sista! Pretty sure you will love it!

      Reply
  5. Susie

    June 9, 2014 at 5:49 am

    Love! Absolutely perfect. This is why I want to sew clothes. You can’t find what you want on the rack, in your size, that fits properly and/or in the color you need. BUT YOU CAN MAKE THEM YOURSELF!!! Nice one, Maris!

    Reply
    • SewMaris

      June 9, 2014 at 6:58 am

      Thanks Susie! You sure can, so let me see what you are sewing up!

      Reply
  6. Jean S

    June 9, 2014 at 8:41 am

    Well, that’s about as perfect as you can get! I have looked at Pamela’s Patterns but have never bought one. Clearly, I will need to rethink that strategy!

    Reply
    • SewMaris

      June 9, 2014 at 9:14 am

      Thank you so much Jean! I think the photos on her patterns are not that enticing, but I do find the patterns to be well-drafted, easy to construct, and great opportunities for variations/customizing the look. Since they are designed for some of the common figure problems of “women of a certain age” (hehe), I find they fit very well too. Good luck!

      Reply
  7. Megan Kupferschmid

    June 9, 2014 at 11:39 am

    Wow! Your creations look really sharp and elegant! I really like how you incorporated your previous posts into this one, as it will increase the page views per visit and intrigue your audience’s interests in your blog. I will have to try this pattern as I am a big cardigan wearer. Thanks!

    Reply
    • SewMaris

      June 10, 2014 at 6:00 am

      Thank you so much Megan! You should definitely try a cardigan – easy to make and fun to wear!

      Reply
  8. Chelsea

    June 10, 2014 at 6:41 am

    You look so put together! Loving that fabric too

    Reply
    • SewMaris

      June 10, 2014 at 6:52 am

      Awww, you are sweet, Chelsea! Thanks!!

      Reply

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