Knitting patterns for cardigan sweaters with long-sleeves. Many of the patterns are free. Updated 3/23/26
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Free Patterns
Rayee Cardigan
I love the combination of openwork and stripes in this long-sleeved cardign knit with a 6 row repeat mesh lace that's perfect for warm weather and layering. Sizes XS to 5X. Designed for 5 colors, it's a great stash buster for Aran weight yarn. Designed by ByKaterinaDesigns.
Calista Cardigan
Easy timeless open front cardigan with deep ribbed hem and cuffs. Knit flat with no picking up stitches. Sport weight yarn. Sizes M to XXL. Available in English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Spanish. Designed by Katia. Tip for US knitters: If asked for country, select United Kingdom.
Entwine Cardigan
Classic cabled long-sleeved cardigan knit flat with buttoned front, a variety of cables, and neat striped trim on front bands, cuffs, and hem. Sizes S to XL. Worsted weight yarn. Pure Wool Cardigan designed by Spotlight.
Comfort Cardigan
Easy beginner level cardigan with long sleeves and high low hem knit flat in 5 pieces with garter stitch. No picking up stitches. Sizes S to XL. Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Louise Bollanos.
Saturday Cardigan
Easy yet striking long-sleeved open front cardigan knit flat in stockinette with front panels knit with seed stitch in a contrasting color. No picking up stitches. Sizes S to 2X. Quick knit in Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Vladimir Teriokhin.
Strapats Cardigan
Modern update on the classic v-neck long-sleeved cardigan knit with a lovely combination of moss stitch with rope cables. Knit seamlessly. Sizes XS to 4X. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Ellen Furderer for Järbo. Available in English, Dutch, German, Swedish
Sweetie Jar Cardigan
Long-sleeved jacket knit with a 4 row repeat two color checked pattern and buttoned in front. Sample was knit in a variety of leftover skeins, but there is also a sample knit in two solid colors. Sizes XS to 5X. Great stash buster for Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Kate Harvie for Knitty.
Patchwork-style Cardigan
Stash buster v-neck cardigan with long balloon sleeves knit with intarsia. Designed for at least 5 colors, it's a great stash buster for Bulky weight yarn. Sizes S to L. Available in English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Spanish. Designed by Katia. Tip for US knitters: If asked for country, select United Kingdom.
More Free Patterns
Dorotea Cardigan
Open front cropped jacket knit flat sideways in one piece and finished with contrasting front border, hem, and cuffs. Quick knit in Bulky weight yarn. Sizes M to XXL. Available in English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Spanish. Designed by Katia. Tip for US knitters: If asked for country, select United Kingdom.
Colorblock Cardigan
Patchwork long-sleeved cardigan knit flat with strips of blocks of color that are then seamed to form a checkerboard effect. Sizes XS to 5X. Great stash buster for Aran weight yarn. Designed by Amy Gunderson.
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- See the Ravelry page
- Get the recommended Premier Yarns Basix yarn at Amazon
Tricolor Cropped Cardigan
Striped long-sleeved cardigan knit flat in 3 colors with groups of wide stripes framed with narrow stripes and ribbed striped bands. Sizes S to 3XL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Milla Vieira.
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- Get the recommended Circulo Natural Cotton Maxcolor 4/6 yarn at Amazon
Sweet Pea Cardigan
Wear a garden! Cabled flowering vines climb the front, back, and sleeves of this v-neck long-sleeved cardigan. Knit flat in pieces. Aran weight yarn. Sizes S to XXL. Designed by Scheepjes Designs.
Textured Pattern Cardigan
Cardigan knit with a chevron diamond texture on the body with long sleeves knit with a contrasting color in ribbing. Knit flat in pieces. DK weight yarn. Sizes S to XL. Designed by Sanne Fjalland.
Woodland Cardigan
Pockets! Fitted v-neck cardigan with long sleeves, buttoned front, and pockets. Knit flat. DK weight yarn. Sizes XS to 5X. Designed by Amy Gunderson.
- Get the free knitting pattern
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- Get the recommended Premier Yarns Cotton Sprout yarn at Amazon
Joe Cardigan
V-neck cardigan with long sleeves and button front knit flat in pieces with seed/moss stitch. Aran weight yarn. Sizes S to XL. Designed by Wool and the Gang.
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- Get the recommended Wool and the Gang Shiny Happy Cotton yarn at Amazon
Absinthe Cardigan
Easy sophisticated chic timeless jacket with long sleeves, button front, and shirt collar. Knit flat in pieces with seed stitch trim. No picking up stitches. Button bands are knit with the body and collar is knit separately. Quick knit Bulky weight yarn. Sizes XS to XL. Designed by Thali Créations.
Patterns for Purchase
The Blue Cardi
Short relaxed cardigan with a V-neck and a cable texture. Sizes S to XL. Super Bulky weight yarn. Available in English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Spanish. Designed by Katharina from Le Pull Studio
Marled Hoody Cardigan
Long-sleeved cardigan with hoode, lined pockets, and bobble trim. Sizes XS to XL. Aran weight yarn. Designed by LooseLoopPatterns.
Book Nook Cardigan
Long-sleeved cardigan with optional pockets knit with what looks like double moss stitch knit flat. Sizes XS to 6XL. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by lilylakeknits.
Asymmetrical Stripe Cardigan
Fun sweater knit with a different stripe pattern on each side of the front and sleeves. Long-sleeved cardigan with buttons and rolled collar. Sizes M to XXL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Katia. Available in English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Storm Coat Cardigan
Versatile long-sleeved cardigan knit with textured stitch and can be worn open with shawl collar, with collar up as a hoodies, and wrapped with asymmetrical closure. Sizes XS to 3XL. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by MONMKnitting.
Fantasy Cardigan
Long-sleeved cardigan knit with cables, wrapped front with buttons, and shawl collar. Sizes M to XXL. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Katia. Available in English, Dutch, French, German, Spanish.
Skim Cardigan
Open front long-sleeved cardigan knit with stunning decorative cables at the fronts. Sizes 36 to 62 in/ 92 to 167 cm. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Cheryl Toy.
