Easy cardigan sewing FULL Sew Along. Boyfriend Cardigan (Love Notions). Beginner friendly.

I have filmed a step by step sewalong for the Boyfriend Cardigan from Love Notions. The woman’s and girl’s cardigan are EXACTLY THE SAME….. so, in preparation for Christmas sewing love, I made my Niece the girl’s version in size 8 and filmed the full construction with the new sewist in mind. Here you will see all the aspects of sewing fun! The steps would be the same for the woman's version :)
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Up Close and SEW personal includes:
*Pattern layout, cutting
*Marking references “notches”
*All the sewing! (extra: mitered corners)
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DISCLAIMER: I purchased my own pattern and fabric, and notions for this project. My opinions are always very honest.
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[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

These two patterns are $5 each Friday 19th June 2020 only. Woman’s Boyfriend Cardigan: Affiliate Link: www.lovenotions.com/product/boyfriend-cardigan-for-ladies?affiliates=366 Girl’s Boyfriend Cardigan: Affiliate Link: www.lovenotions.com/product/boyfriend-cardigan-for-girls-2t-16?affiliates=366 Use my code 10pins for an extra 10% off even on top of sale prices!

[@limoreful]

Please please please make more sew along like this. it is so good for us that is a newbie🙂

[@dididwiar3803]

Oh I’m so glad I found you. Your style of teaching is fabulous. I’m just learning and this will help me tremendously. Thank you so much, please don’t stop!! You’re niece is very lucky. This cardigan is lovely.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. I’m glad you are here and welcome. There’s a lot to see.

[@notimetowork]

I loved your video, you pay a lot of attention to detail. Your video really inspired me to purchase the pattern and sew it for myself. And your explanation on mitred corners was so helpful, I'm looking forward to trying it out. Thank you!

[@brendaweaver251]

Thank you so much for this presentation, Your Great Aunt would be soooo proud of you,I needed help with the collar and you were very helpful to me with clear reasoning behind the stitches as well as a mathematical equations

[@lynnmoroz4358]

Great tutorial! Your instructions are always so concise and clear and filmed well. Thank you!

[@shortyylu]

I wish I was your niece !! Lol I don’t have anyone in my family who sews and it’s depressing lol. I probably would of started a long time ago if there was! I absolutely love sewing.

[@mamaof1319]

So glad I’ve found your channel!

[@fantasypaintco]

Finally getting around to my boyfriend, will be seeing with you.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yay! I hope you enjoy the process.

[@pilofun1]

This was perfect. I'm in the middle of making the cardigan, and can't wait to make the mitered corners! As always, your video was excellent!

[@maureencullen1008]

A brilliant sew a long .The mitred corners were beautiful.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thanks 😊. I love a mitered corner.

[@texasproud8822]

Lovely cardigan

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@janfranklin2114]

I love those mitered corners. I purchased the pattern and now I can't wait to get started on it. I am such a visual learner, even though I have been sewing for a long time I love a sew-a-long it gives me such confidence that I am going to get a good result. Thanks, Karina!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m very visual too. That’s why diagrams are everything to me. The words are 🤦🏻‍♀️. I’m glad this is helpful and I really enjoyed putting it together 😄

[@st4y-c4lm44]

Thank you for the sew along!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you liked it :)

[@lylianjettar3637]

Beautiful and it looks easy to make! You explain everything so well. And that music!, I love batucada!,

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I love the music too and will put it in the videos more. Thank you so much for watching.

[@jenniferverge9145]

This is a wonderful video. You are a super teacher because you make everything seem easy and instil lots of confidence in the member of your audience.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. Your words make me very happy.

[@glendasam36]

Great sew along, thanks for sharing!

[@houseinnorthcarolina9439]

Loved the video. So helpful, as usual.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@leejohnstone]

Yay! This is what I've been waiting for....detailed instructions. I wasn't interested in this cardi until watching you explain it, now I think I can make as well. Thank you! Already bought with your link....

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you liked it. You can make it for sure 😊. Thanks for watching.

[@lindasutton937]

Thank you for another brilliant tutorial. I already have the fabric and am ordering the pattern via your link. You are such an inspiration and always give encouragement. Thank you for being you and sharing.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You are very welcome. You’ll enjoy the pattern :)

[@meggraham4974]

Love the way you did the mitered corners. They are so neat. Beautiful make. Love the colour of the cardigan also. Thanks Meg

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I love doing them. Fun and neat. The grey will go with everything even if it’s not that girly in the traditional sense. Thank you so much for watching:)

[@lornabaker6042]

Just got this pattern; the first one I’ve gotten in many years. So I really appreciate the video to help me along. Thanks!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

So happy to help :)

[@roseporter7548]

i loved the technique for the mitered corners.

[@arlenemurphy804]

Can’t wait to try the mitre corner. Thank you so much.

[@jacqpot9413]

I loved getting to watch your process and listen to your thinking. I always learn from you.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. I feel a tad vulnerable showing what I do in such detail in fear of someone’s saying it’s so wrong. But it works and I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@kathydeacon3894]

Just used your mitered corner technique on the Terra Tunic. Absolutely brilliant. Thank you so much.

[@carolynpierce6694]

Your fabrics are lovely! The white denim jacket and floral will look great. I’ve made a denim jacket in lt blue stretch denim by the same jean jacket pattern. I made my longer since I’m long waisted. Using the stretch fabric I had challenges getting the sleeve in armseye without puckers but it turned out great. I bought brass colored buttons from WAWAK on line. I’m going to make a white one also. I love the shaping of the jacket!

[@karolprior2436]

You are a wonderful teacher Karina. Thank you for another great vlog.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You are very welcome. Thank you so much 😊

[@shaynethatcher611]

Thank you for sharing this beginner friendly sew along. This was so helpful to this beginner 😊 especially the mitered corner.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

That makes me very happy. Thanks for watching 😊.

[@Penguinandpear]

Great sewalong! You encourage me to take more care with sewing!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thanks for watching 😊. these are things I’ve been doing since I was young and don’t even give them a second thought 😉.

[@heideray7343]

I have just started my first cardi and my next thing is the neck band. Absolutely enjoyed the mitered corners! Thank you for a great corner!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Always glad to provide a great corner 😄z

[@foxxybrown291]

Thanks for showing how to do mitred corners. They look so professional 😉 xx

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you and they are easy to do :) I enjoy them.

[@sbrickett]

Great sew along! You’re a great teacher, very clear instructions. I’m also off to buy these patterns via your link! Thanks

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much and I hope you enjoy 😊

[@vickygriffin8876]

Great tutorial! Thank you.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you liked it. Thank you so much 😊

[@sewgatormomm]

Thank you so much! This was an excellent and well explained tutorial. You are a great teacher❤️

[@roseporter7548]

I wished I would have remembered the mitre corner at vents next time I will, gonna make another one.

[@annetteraskkrogse8326]

You mention that you don't have a jumper to go over thick seams without the presser foot going uphill. I see you have a little black thingy on your presser foot. On my maschine pressing this button in will level the foot, so that it will sew straight / even over the thick seams. It helps a lot forming even stitches, and not fighting up over that seam. Hope this will work in your maschine top 😘

[@GingerheadCo]

Your cardigan is absolutely perfect. Thank you for sharing x

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. I can’t wait to give it to my niece :)

[@josephineanderson6957]

Just love this

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@nicolewilson4055]

Thank you. That was an awesome tutorial.

[@laurajones4088]

Great sew along, Karina! Your niece's cardigan is lovely. We're sewing twins-I hand baste, too.😉

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yay! I’ve never regretted it. Thank you so much for watching.

[@jburd07]

Fantaskisk Karina, had to buy the pattern after seeing how great it looked! Looking forward to having you with me when I sew it! Such a great tutorial,

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much. I showed the cardigan to my niece over video call and she loved it. You’ll enjoy making it 😁

[@kscheuerman5378]

Karina, This a wonderful tutorial as always. It is so informative & very helpful. Thanks so much for sharing your expertise. Take care and God Bless.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you liked it :) thank you so much 😊

[@DoloresDeeBodnar]

So cute she is a lucky little girl, have a great weekend

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@eightlegs5712]

Thanks so much for this Karina, a casual cardigan is exactly what I've been wanting to make for ages. And your clear description tells me I can also do it without the shawl collar, just a narrow band which is what I was going to ask. Off to purchase the pattern via your link now. Sarah xx

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yup. Easily modifiable for a different look. Thanks for watching 😁

[@suzanneblack6873]

You did a great job on the sew along. Thank you.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. I loved putting it together.

[@christineennis4766]

Thank you tutorial was very helpful, loved the corners on the hem

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You are very welcome and the corners are too fun not to do :)

[@debbiehs390]

Than you for the tutorial! This is next on my sew list!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

It’s a fun make! I hope you enjoy it :)

[@rosaM06]

Muchas gracias ! I bought the pattern via your link this morning hoping that you would do a video of it, and do I see this evening?! I live in France we have a six hour difference; a complete sew along! I will be making it soon so I will just follow your very good instructions. Encore merci 😘

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

That makes me super happy. I do have a video for most patterns. Sometimes when it’s a pattern for knit fabric I struggle to find the right one. Where I live there’s only rayon spandex and sometimes it’s not the right type.

[@Bonbon53539]

You are sure busy! Love this pattern, finally purchased today while it is on sale. Now to find some nice cozy fabric. I think I might try the zippered pocket hack with shorter version with front zipper.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’ll use a zipper for myself too when I make it again :) Thanks for watching 😊.

[@SarahWilliams-oo6zg]

You did a wonderful tutorial of this cardigan! Thanks for the miter corner tip. I am sad I missed the $5 sale price.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. Wishlist maybe? It’s a great pattern.

[@SarahWilliams-oo6zg]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Yes. I like the hooded version for a different look.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Me too but I had only enough for the other version. Someday :) when I make it for myself.

[@kerstinshadbolt1003]

Superb! Please do some more sew-alongs.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. I will when time permits and the pattern company allows them. This means I don’t talk very much at all the start because these videos are inevitably longer.

[@silverluna8835]

Love, love, love! Great tips! Even for me. ;)

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@NagraneeChanna]

Oooo thanks for this! I bought that pattern ages ago but never got around to making it. The finished makes on the pattern page didn't look that appealing. Your version looks nice! I guess I could pick bolder colours/prints or thicker/stabler knits so the it's not so… slouchy. I'm going to create a Pinterest board with styling/fabric/hack suggestions for similar styled cardigans. That should help me get around to making this.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I like a more structured look too and would stay away fro rayon spandex for it. This one looks almost like a little coat. When I make one for myself I’ll look for a type of jacquard knit :) I’m always pinning for inspo too.

[@NagraneeChanna]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Oh yea, that would look lovely. If you want more ideas, here's my inspo album :) www.pinterest.com/nagranee/boyfriend-cardigan-ideas-for-fabric-hacks/

[@gertrudewelsh781]

Great tutorial. Especially the mitered corners. I was just wondering if you can use that black button your foot to go over the bulky seams. I just got a new machine with that button and haven't used it much yet.

[@teresashaw9815]

Thanks for the video tutorial! I hope to give this a try soon. I have a question about serging around the pockets. Did you turn off the cutter of your machine? Sometimes, I cut out my material slightly larger than the pattern to allow for the trimming of the serger.

[@nursegreene]

Love the mitered corner technique---I will definitely use that! Two questions: when making the pockets I noticed you didn't trim the seam allowance when you folded the top over---no bulk issue? (Yours looks so smooth and even!). How do you think this pattern would work in a woven lightweight wool or rayon challis? LOVE THE TUTORIAL! Many thanks!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. The top of the pocket uses a 1” seam allowance, that is what I folded back and top stitched. Pockets of all nature will have a larger seam allowance on the top and a smaller one on the sides. No trimming required. This pattern will not work on a woven fabric, in my opinion. Rarely a project designed for knit fabric will. Even with sizing up, the neckline and armscye will not lay right. Thanks for watching 😊.

[@lovelylady8074]

Thank you for sharing. I just made a cardigan and had a slight problem with the collar where I was supposed to reinforce the shoulder area and then clip to the stitches diagonally. Not happy with my results but I’ll do it again to get better results.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

That’s the traditional shawl collar that has that shape and it’s always a vulnerable area. This one is just one seam and so much easier. Thank you so much for watching.

[@lovelylady8074]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Thank you for pointing out the differences. I shall try this one now.

[@sue8235]

What a wonderful tutorial and beautiful sew. You are very talented. I love your mitered corners. What fabric did you use, looks like a type of sweater knit??

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yes. A low stretch French terry sweater knit :)

[@sue8235]

Lifting Pins and Needles Thank you. Do you have a pattern recommendation for a kinda slim fitting pull on jean with stretch type yoga band made out of same fabric as the jeans?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

The Mountain View Jeans from Itch to stitch. They are pull on. The legs can be slimmed :) you can see the video about them here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZDKaH9-g9aif9U

[@elainebracken9957]

HI Karina, Love the sew-a-long. Thank you. Just wondering how you would finish the seams without a serger?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I sewed for 10 years without a serger initially and would just zigzag the edges. Some types of knit fabric don’t unravel and there are many people who don’t finish seams.

[@jackiegamlin3648]

Thankyou

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You are very welcome:)

[@seaside2001]

Love the cardigan style and have purchased it. Could you have eliminated the back seam? Perhaps wouldn't have worked out with fabric you had?

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

It would have but the back has shaping and I like that. When I make it for myself that seam makes it perfect for adding a buttoned Vent 😀. I’m a fan of any shaping.

[@seaside2001]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles OK That makes sense. I did not notice that just looking at the pattern pieces. A kick vent would be nice too in the back. I was thinking I might like a longer version as well.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

So many possibilities. I struggle with knit fabric here. All I see is rayon spandex and ITY. I’ll stock up when I go to Chile this summer. So many nice knit projects I can’t make. A long one would be great 👍🏼

[@seamsuneven7824]

Hi Karina, question...this may be a foolish one.🤷🏽‍♀️ Why would it be less fabric if you didn't cut your fabric on the fold? I also wanted to say for the bulky parts...if you make your seams go in the opposite direction it will make it easier to sew. That's what we do in quilting. Seeing as you don't have a foot/gadget to help with bulky seams. Take a bit of scrap fabric, and fold it to put behind your foot to lift it to help you over the bulk. That is what the gadget would do. You could use a piece of sturdy plastic or wood etc. Great video! If I were to get the pattern, do you get the mens/women in the same pattern. Thank you.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Less fabric because I can place the extended pattern piece anywhere I don’t have to look for the “fold” in the fabric as such. Easier to visualize them all on the fabric too. If I put the bulk the opposite way I don’t get good results with my machine and the seam will tend to go in the direction I showed there. Cotton is different to this fabric and it doesn’t stay where you put it. This pattern does not have a men’s version. A woman’s and a girl’s and they are separate patterns 😀.

[@seamsuneven7824]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Oh...😤, this would have been a good one for me to try and make for my son. Oh well next time. Well done on your sew-along it was great!!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. These steps can work for any cardigan pattern really too.

[@milda0820]

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[@sandraobrien8705]

It is lovely. I'd love to get this pattern but it is only available as a pdf. I checked the website and soooooo many customers had trouble printing this out. I've never tried a pdf to be fair but they do sound like an awful lot of work.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Actually these are the easiest to put together. They are trimless and I’ve never had an issue. The printer need to be set at 100%. I know pdf is not the most popular for those used to printed pattern but it’s the only option for me and I enjoy the process of putting it together as it helps me learn the pattern. It takes me 10 min and I don’t think it’s a lot. Maybe because I do it all the time and don’t even question it 😊.

[@vernabeckstead5148]

I am sewing a view A Sloane.. The fabric is a poly rayon baby French terry. Very light weight 180 gsm. I has no spandex with 30% H and 5% Vertical stretch. I have 2 questions. Can I use the same fabric for the cuffs? And should I put a stabilizer in the curved hem? How should I hem it?

[@daniellemunoz294]

What is the brand and type of fabric? Ive been looking for a similiar style of fabric and haven't been able to find it

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I live in Brazil and purchase locally. I don’t have a brand but it is a heavy weight french terry sweatshirting with minimal stretch.

[@patriciabarnes3582]

I would like to see how you measure your patterns! I don’t understand how to get the circumference in a pattern!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I will be actually be Showing this with a big 4 pattern next week. No fear, it’ll come :) thank you so much for watching.