Knitting patterns for women's cardigans with short and long sleeves, with various textures and construction. Updated 5/4/26
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Free Patterns
Ibis Cardigan
Short-sleeved v-neck cardigan with seed stitch button bands knit with the front pieces. Knit flat, with no picking up stitches. DK weight yarn. 3 Sizes. Available in English, Spanish. Designed by Katia. Tip for US knitters: If asked for country, select United Kingdom.
Sunny Cardigan
Striped v-neck cardigan with buttoned front. Sizes XS to 4XL. Designed for at least 6 colors it's a great stash buster for DK weight yarn. Aurinkoinen (Finnish for Sunny) designed by Novita Design Studio. Available in English, Dutch, Finnish, German, Swedish
Syreni Cardigan
This fitted v-neck cardigan named after the Latin word for mermaid is knit with a pretty mermaid scale texture. The body of the cardigan is knit flat with button bands knit with the body so there is not picking up stitches. However, the sleeves are knit in the round. Sizes S to XL. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Vetus Stercore for Filcolana. Available in English, Danish, German, Norwegian, Swedish
Freya Cardigan
Diamond lace cardigan with v-neck and long sleeves knit flat on circular needles. Sizes XS to 5X. DK weight yarn. Web pattern is free. Designed by Meghan Ballmer.
Note: the free web version is on multiple pages, separated by project pieces which can be helpful. But each page does repeat the intro with materials and sizing which is a lot of repeated information.
Work Anywhere Jacket
V-neck cardigan knit flat with 4 row repeat cable and rib panels on front edges and back. Button bands are knit separately and sewn on. Sizes S to XL. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Julie Gaddy.
Inis Cardigan
V-neck cardigan inspired by classic Aran sweaters knit with Cables, Double Rice Stitch, and English Mock Ribbing. Sizes XS to 5XL. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by cordelia vor. Available in English, French
The Wind Down Cardigan
Modern update of the classic v-neck cardigan knit seamlessly. Sizes XXS to 4XL. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Stine HoelgaardJohansen for Järbo. Available in English, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, German, Norwegian, Swedish
Silva Cardigan
Marled v-neck cardigan knit with a ribbed texture and fastened in front with an i-cord tie. Knit seamlessly from the top down. Sizes XS to 2XL. Sample is knit with 3 strands of yarn held together to form a marled effect in the equivalent of Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Trine Brøndum Nordholt for Filcolana. Available in English, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Norwegian, Swedish
More Free Patterns
Lacey Cardigan
V-neck cardigan knit with 4 row repeat lace below a stockinette yoke and elbow length sleeves with dropped stitch trim. Knit flat, with no picking up stitches. Fingering and bulky weight yarns. 3 Sizes. Available in English, Spanish. Designed by Katia. Tip for US knitters: If asked for country, select United Kingdom.
Fair Isle Border Cardigan
Lace and cable cardigan with v-neck buttoned front knit flat with an 8 row repeat and finished with a contrasting diamond border. 2 Sizes. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Patons.
Skylark Cardigan
Tie-front cardigan knit flat with a 2 row repeat open mesh stitch with the ties creating a cropped silhouette and v-neck. Sizes XS to 5X. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Laura Zukaite for Knitty.
Samara Cardigan
V-neck cardigan with pockets and buttoned front knit flat with seed stitch stripes on pockets and sleeves. Sizes 37 to 71" / 94 to 180 cm. Quick knit in Chunky weight yarn. Designed by Åsa Buchta.
Doce Cardigan
Colorful v-neck cardigan with geometric intarsia color blocking. Knit flat with circular needles. Sizes XS to XXL. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Filipa Carneiro. Available in English, Spanish, Portuguese
Juliet Leaf Cardigan
Long sleeved cardigan sweater with lace leaves up the right front and sleeves. Knit flat in pieces. Sizes To Fit Chest: 81 cm to 101.5 cm / 32 inches to 41 inches. Designed by Emma Wright for West Yorkshire Spinners. DK weight yarn.
Irish Moss Stitch Cardigan
Cozy cardigan with shawl collar knit flat with a 4 row repeat double moss or Irish moss stitch. Quick knit in Bulky weight yarn. Sizes S to 3X. Web version is free. Designed by Louise Bollanos for Handy Little Me.
Shake It Up Rib Cardigan
Easy cardigan knit flat with a 2 row repeat Shaker Rib stitch. No picking up stitches. The button bands are knit separately and sewn on. Designed by Caron. Sizes XS to 5XL. Worsted weight yarn.
Spirit Fisherman's Cardigan 10105
This is a fun variation on Shaker Rib. This V-neck cardigan features textured stripes in half-fisherman’s rib and stockinette with sleeves knit in 2 row repeat half fisherman’s rib stitching. Sizes 81 to 137 cm / 32 to 54 inches DK weight yarn. Designed by Hayfield. A kit is also available.
Bows on the Go Cardigan
Easy cardigan with i-cord bows knit flat. Button bands are knit separately and sewn on. No picking up stitches. Sizes XS to 5XL. Quick knit in Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Caron
Patterns for Purchase
Textured Stripe Cardigan
Long sleeved V Neck Cardigan knit with cables combined with garter and stocking stitch to create stripes of texture. Sizes: 32-34in (81-86cm) bust to 52-54in (132-137cm) bust. Designed by Sirdar. DK weight yarn.
DeKalb Cardigan
Easy fit V-neck cardigan knit with a popcorn texture. Sizes: XS to XXL. Designed by Sue Peterson. DK weight yarn.
Yutori Cardigan
V-neck cardigan knit with an eyelet lace pattern that's perfect for layering and warmer weather. Sizes: XS to 5XL. Designed by Sirdar. Aran weight yarn.
Hooded Coat 161
Easy cardigan duster knit in garter stitch. Sizes S - XXXL. Designed by Anette Eriksson.
Chevron Cardigan
Woman's cardigan with chevron stitch design, textured cuffs and narrow shawl collar. Sizes 32" to 54". Aran weight yarn. Designed by Sirdar.
Pleated Ribs Cardigan
Elegant women's cardigan with tucked pleated front. Sizes 32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46. DK weight yarn. Designed by Mary Maxim
Country Mile Cardigan
V neck cardigan knit with intarsia to create the squares of the stunning plaid. DK weight. Designed by Sirdar. A kit is also available.
Cropped Ruffle Cardigan
A surprisingly easy V Neck Cardigan with a soft ruffle around the neckline and button bands.Sizes: 32-34in (81-86cm) bust to 52-54in (132-137cm) bust. Designed by Sirdar. Aran weight yarn.
