Sew a jersey wrap jacket: Finished in 15 minutes

Sew a jersey wrap cardigan: Sew your new favorite cardigan in just 15 minutes! All you need is some flowing jersey fabric, an overlocker, and the Lina pattern. And you're ready to go. :)

The most important things at a glance

• The wrap cardigan can be sewn entirely with an overlocker because it is finished without a pressed hem
• You can also sew the cardigan using the zigzag stitch and rolled hem function of your sewing machine
• The best materials are soft, flowing, and nicely draping fabrics, such as modal or viscose jersey
• You can download the pattern for the wrap cardigan here on the blog

Sew your new favorite wrap cardigan! It’s very easy with the Lina pattern. It doesn't require a classic pressed hem and is simply finished with a rolled hem.

That makes it a real sewing marvel that experienced sewing fans can whip up in about 15 minutes. By the way: You can find even more quick tutorials here.

The fact that it is so quick and easy to sew makes the long cardigan a perfect project for beginners. All you need is an overlocker. Because the wrap cardigan is made entirely with the overlocker.

If your sewing machine can do a zigzag stitch and a rolled hem, you can also easily sew the wrap cardigan with it.

How is the wrap cardigan cut?

The cardigan is cut narrowly in the shoulder area so that it fits close to the body. The sleeves are also rather slim. This way, the cardigan doesn't slip while you're wearing it. The hem flows out wide and swingy.

This is included in the eBook

• detailed, illustrated sewing instructions with intermediate steps
• Pattern sizes 32 - 60 in A4 for you to print out yourself
• Pattern sizes 32 - 60 in A0 for plotting (at a copy shop or online plotting service)
• Pattern in 3 size nests (you don't have to print all sizes)
• Cutting layouts for all size nests
• Tables: body measurements, finished measurements, fabric consumption
• Experience level: Suitable for beginners

What you need for sewing

• Lina pattern
• light, soft-draping jerseys (e.g., modal or viscose jersey)
• scissors
• rotary cutter
• marking pen
• sewing thread in the matching color
• overlocker or sewing machine

Sewing a jersey wrap cardigan: Which fabric?

Of course, you can sew this quick wrap cardigan from a classic cotton jersey, no problem. But it drapes really beautifully if you make it from a lovely, soft-flowing, supple modal or viscose jersey.

Flowing jerseys in particular can be a bit tricky to work with. So feel free to read my posts on stretchy and flowing fabrics in advance.

As a warmer cardigan, it can also be made beautifully from French terry or ponte di roma.

Here you can find the recommended materials:

• Modal^*
• Viscose jersey^*
• Ponte di roma jersey^*

Sewing a jersey wrap cardigan: Overlocker or sewing machine?

Both work. As long as your sewing machine is equipped with a zigzag stitch, you can sew the cardigan with it too.

However, my clear recommendation is the overlocker: especially when sewing slippery viscose jersey, you have the security here that nothing will ripple or distort.

Can you sew the wrap cardigan from woven fabric?

Are you on team woven fabric? Then this pattern is not so suitable for you. It is designed for soft, elastic fabrics and hugs the body.

What can I combine the wrap cardigan with?

The wrap cardigan is the ideal combination partner for these SewSimple patterns:

• Terra Top
• Mirabell T-Shirt
• Livia Skirt
• Frida Skirt
• Magenta Trousers
• Yoko Dress
• Golda Top

All women's patterns are available up to and including size 60.

Can beginners also sew the wrap cardigan?

Absolutely! The wrap cardigan is the perfect beginner project! You should have gained a little experience in sewing stretchy fabrics with the overlocker beforehand. Then nothing can go wrong at all.

Happy simple sewing,

your Sabine

The most common questions answered at a glance