Free knitting patterns for easy cardigan sweaters, including beginner patterns. Updated 5/16/23
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Red Hot Sweater Jacket
Easy shawl collared cardigan knit flat in garter stitch and seamed. No picking up stitches. Designer says it's suitable for beginners. Sizes 37 (39, 43, 46) in. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Mari Lynn Patrick for Lion Brand.
Waterfall Cardigan
Easy cardigan knit flat in garter stitch and seamed. No picking up stitches. Sizes 82 cm to 137 cm / 32 in to 55 in. DK weight yarn. Designed by Elle.
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V-Neck Cardigan
Easy women's cardigan knit in stockinette with ribbed front border that is knit as you go. No picking up stitches. Sizes 81/86 cm /32/34” to 132/137 cm /52/54”. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Sirdar as V-Neck Cardigan 10145
Cabled Jacket
Easy cabled-edged cardigan knit in stockinette with 8 row repeat cable front band knit as you go so there is no picking up stitches. Instructions are for only one size but it should be easy to customize. Cabled Jacket in Noro Obi. Designed to showcase gradient or self-striping Bulky weight yarn but would look great in solid colors too.
