The main stitch pattern for these free cardigan sweaters is a 2 row repeat, to create a nice texturet that's also perfect for multi-tasking knitting. Updated 4/12/23
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Free Patterns
Barnes Cardigan
Women's long-sleeved cardigan sweater knit flat with a 2 row repeat with ribbed sleeves. To Fit Bust: 76cm/30in to 127cm/50in Designed by Berroco. Aran weight yarn.
Garrison Creek Cardigan
Long-sleeved cropped cardigan sweater knit with a 2 row repeat shaker rib. Knit flat seamed. Women's Size XS/S, M, L, XL, 2/3XL, 4/5XL. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Julia Madill for Yarnspirations.
My Big Comfy Ribbed Cardi
Cozy cardigan with pockets knit in a 2 row repeat broken rib stitch. It’s an easy knit with minimal shaping and it works up quickly too. Sizes S – 46”, M –50”, L – 54”, XL –58” Bulky weight yarn. Web pattern is free. A printable pdf are available on Etsy. Designed by Jessica Reeves Potasz at Mama In A Stitch.
More Free Patterns
Bingen Cardigan
Quick easy cardigan sweater knit in 2 row repeat broken rib stitch. Great showcase for variegated yarn colors. Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Berroco Design Team.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Berroco Coco yarn
- See the Ravelry page
- See more 2 Row Sweater Knitting Patterns
Silver Birch Cardigan
Cardigan sweater knit flat in a 2 row repeat Birch Stitch with wide front edging knit in the same stitch but placed horizontally. Sizes Bust: 34 (38, 42, 46, 49½, 54)”. Designed by Rae Blackledge. DK weight yarn.
- Get the free knitting pattern - pattern is at bottom of destination page. (Download link at top not working.)
- Get the recommended Premier Yarns® DK Colors yarn
Penelope’s Cardigan
Long-sleeved A-line sweater knit in a 2 row repeat Garter Rib. Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, 1X, 2X, 3X). Bulky yarn. Designed by Amy Gunderson for Universal Yarns.
Lana Vest, Cardigan, and Hat Set
This matching set features a broken rib stitch in a 2 row repeat adapted to a sweater, vest, and beanie. Finished Measurements for sweaters: 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52 in. Quick knit in super bulky yarn. Designed by Susie Bonell for Cascade Yarns
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get the recommended Cascade Yarns Lana Grande on Amazon
- See more Vest Knitting Patterns
Boho Tunic
Asymmetrical cardigan sweater knit in one piece with a 2 row repeat broken rib stitch and fringe. Sizes XS - 2XL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Therese Chynoweth.
Patterns for Purchase
Cottage Cardigan
(There is no longer a free version of this pattern) Long-sleeved sweater knit with a 2 row repeat. Knit flat seamed. Women's Sizes XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X). Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Whistle and Wool.
Broken Rib Jacket
This long-sleeved wrap-over cardigan jacket is knitted with a broken-rib stitch for wide flat ribbing. Sizes To fit bust size 86(91)(97)(102)(107)(112)(117)cm/34(36)(38)(40)(42)(44)(46)in. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Woman's Weekly.
Eloise Vest
Cross front tunic length sleeveless vest provides with open front for a flattering shape and unrestricted movement. Worked in fisherman’s rib. Sizes S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL. Designed by Jennifer Lee. DK weight yarn.
