inside: I’ve been sewing sweaters for myself for a few years now and I love them. Here is a huge list of sweater patterns to sew.
I love that loose tops are in these days! They are so easy to sew and the last few years I’ve been slowly changing out my wardrobe to be mostly me made winter sweaters and tops. This HUGE list of sweater patterns to sew for women should get you started on your own sweater making journey.
Before I share my list I thought I would give you a brief overview of sweater fabric. Sweater knit is generally very stretchy knit fabric with good drape {not always good recovery} But it comes in so many gorgeous textures and colors if you haven’t tried it now is the time!
The knits below are from two of my favorite places to order sweater fabric. Sincerely Rylee Fabric and Fabric.com – Check out the links for more details. The fabric I am wearing in the photos of me all came from these two places.
Types of Sweater Knit {some examples}
This list is not exhaustive… there are SO many variations of sweater fabric, but here are some of the most common and should get you started. When I order sweater fabric online I don’t truly know what I will make with it until I can feel it, but that doesn’t stop me for ordering lots!
- Ribbed Sweater Knit – Two way stretch not too thick, great sweater styles of all kinds. Another Rib Sweater Knit Here.
- Pop Sugar Sweater Knit – Polyester and Nylon, thick and great for sweaters. Great textured sweater knit.
- Hacci Knit – A thinner sweater knit with great drape and does not wrinkle, perfect for sewing sweaters and shirts of many styles.
- Cable Knit – soft cable knit dimension on one side and a solid knit on the other. It has about a 25% stretch across the grain for ease and comfort. It is perfect for creating stylish cardigans, cozy sweaters, scarves and pullovers.
- Open Weave Sweater Knit – Lightweight open weave with 30% stretch. Distinct sweater weave look.
- Polyester Spandex Sweater Jersey Knit Pink Fabric – This lightweight polyester spandex sweater knit fabric has about 40% across grain for comfort and ease. Perfect for cozy scarves, cardigans, and sweaters.
- Topaz Brushed Hatchi Knit – Sweater knit with an ultra soft, brushed hand, fluid drape, and four way stretch. With 75% stretch across the grain and 25% vertical stretch, it is perfect for creating stylish cardigans, cozy sweaters, scarves and pullovers.
Sweater Patterns to sew for Women
And now here are some amazing patterns that work for making your own sweaters. If you have a sewing pattern to add that works with sweater knit please let me know so I can add it to the list.
Sweater patterns to sew
Sapphire's V Neck Sweater. Downloadable PDF Sewing Pattern for Women sizes 00-20.
Lounge & Lace Collection- Women's Deanna Dolman Top, Sweater & Dress
Copeland Cardi - Tie Front Cardigan and Ballet Wrap Sweater Top for Women
Dia Ladies Sweater & Tunic PDF Sewing Pattern
$13.18 USD
ADD TO CARTWho's ready to shine like a diamond? Meet our first ever women's pattern, the Dia Ladies Sweater and Tunic pattern!
The sewn-in graphical diamond artwork, gives your sweater an edgy and modern look - keep it clean and fresh by using a knit fabric in a single color or go crazy and color-block away! For those intimidated by seam matching all the pieces of the diamond, we've also added a "basic diamond" and a "basic front bodice". Yay for versatility!
The Dia Ladies Sweater & Tunic comes in 4 different lengths: a straight & high low sweater and straight & high low tunic length. Next to that, the pattern comes with long, short and 3/4 sleeves. The Dia Ladies Sweater & Tunic comes in 4 different lengths: a straight & high low sweater and straight & high low tunic length. Next to that, the pattern comes with long, short and 3/4 sleeves. The Dia Ladies Sweater & Tunic comes in 4 different lengths: a straight & high low sweater and straight & high low tunic length. Next to that, the pattern comes with long, short and 3/4 sleeves.
Other Womens sewing patterns-
Here are a few other tops to sew for yourself if sweaters aren’t your thing…
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