with shawl collars Many of the patterns are free.
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Free Patterns
Maverick Cardigan
Striped cardigan with stranded colorwork and oversized ribbed shawl collar. Knit flat. Sizes Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X). Quick knit in Bulky yarn. Designed by Rachel Brockman for Universal Yarn.
Cocoon Cardigan
Oversized sweater with a drop shoulder, cocoon shape worked in a 4 row repeat Irish Moss stitch pattern. Designed by Julia Madill for Yarnspirations. Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL. Quick knit in Super Bulky yarn.
Easy Relaxed Marled Cardigan
Knit flat in one rectangle and then folded and seamed to create a cozy cocoon sweater. Beginner friendly. Designed by Jessica from Mama in a Stitch. 2 sizes. Quick knit with two strands of chunky yarn held together.
Alabaster Cardigan
Cheryl Beckerich designed this beautiful asymmetrically wrapped cardigan with cable border and shawl collar. Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X. Recommended yarn available on pattern page
- Get the free knitting pattern for free registration at Annie’s
- Get the video class for this and 2 other patterns for $3.99 – not necessary to get the free pattern
Cocoon Cardigan
Designed by Marly Bird, this long sleeved sweater features oversized lace sleeves with fitted cuffs, a shawl collar, and interesting overall texture. 3 sizes. Pattern and instructional video class available for free with a free trial at Creativebug OR purchase pattern and class individually.
More Free Patterns
Envelope Cardigan
Easy sweater pattern features the Irish Moss Stitch and shawl collar. Knit in two pieces with the only shaping in the collar. From Patons Yarn. Sizes from XS to 5XL.
Simplicity Shawl Collar Jacket
Designed by Susan Bonell for Cascade Yarns, this cozy jacket features a ribbed shawl collar and pockets. Sizes 37 (40, 43, 46)
Fezziwig Cardigan
Cozy, top down, raglan cardigan with shawl collar, cable pockets, and beautiful back details is a quick knit in bulky yarn. Adult sizes 32(34, 38)/81(86, 97)cm. Designed by Melissa Schaschwary. Pattern is discontinued but still in the Internet archive.
Cozy Car Coat
This easy cardigan jacket by Heather Lodinsky knits up quickly in super bulky yarn. I always wanted one of these!
Muse N. Cardigan
Shawl collar cardigan with 3 quarter sleeves that are finished in knitted rounds is knit in bulky yarn.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- View the pictured project by kirbystone
- Shop for bulky yarn for this project at Annie’s
Chill Begone Sweater Wrap
This shawl collared cardigan is knit side to side in two pieces and seamed/grafted and then the collar and hem are knit from picked up stitches. Sm/Med and Med/Lrg Designed by Linda Braley
Patterns for Purchase
Kaare Cardigan
Cardigan sweater featuring a geometric cable texture, deep shawl collar,inset pockets, and folded sleeve cuffs worn. Sizes To fit bust 30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50)“. Designed by Emily Greene. Bulky weight yarn.
Tweedy Fog Cardigan
Raglan top down open front cardigan with a generous ribbed shawl collar and twisted stitch elbow patches. Sizes XS(S, M1, M2), (L, XL, 2XL), (3XL, 4XL, 5XL). Designed by SweaterFreak. DK weight yarn.
Avalyn Cardigan
Long sleeved elegant sweater combines classic design with feminine shaping featuring an allover lattice texture, cables, and shawl collar. Sizes XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL). Designed by Vanessa Smith. Sport weight yarn. There is also a version for baby and child sizes.
- See more pics and get the knitting pattern at Lovecrafts
- Get the BABY AND CHILD SIZES knitting pattern
Veronika Cocoon Cardigan
This sweater wrap features an oversized shawl collar and textured ridge stitch body that is knit in one piece. 3 sizes.
Class Reunion Cardigan
This open-front shawl-collar cocoon cardigan is knit in a striking diagonal lace pattern with a long lean profile. Short rows within the garter stitch collar and border provide shaping and add a stylish design element. Sweater is worked flat in one piece from the top down with sleeves worked flat and then seamed. Sizes 30, 33, 37, 41, 45, 49, 53 in. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Carol Sunday.
