Sewing pattern: Transform a sweater into a cardigan

Sewing tutorial: Transform a sweater into a cardigan

Got an old pullover sweater that’s not getting worn? Mayra from So Sew Easy shows how you can transform that old pullover sweater into a zip front cardigan. As a a cardigan, it gives more flexibility with layering. And while I tend to only wear a pullover sweater on particularly cold days, a cardigan can be worn any time you might need an extra layer.

Click below for her tutorial:

How to Transform a Sweater into a Cardigan: Free Video Tutorial, by So Sew Easy

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