Easy to Sew Maxi Cardi - Pattern 131 from BurdaStyle February 2016 Magazine
This is one of the quickest sewing projects ever! Because there are no unusual design details, it's the fabric that will make or break the look of this maxi-length cardigan. I choose a lightweight, semi-opaque, ribbed knit from Emma One Sock. The fabric has a soft feel and up close looks like tiny silver sequins. Fabric Photo from Emma One Sock - which is where I purchased the fabric. The pattern I used is from the February 2016 BurdaStyle magazine, cardi 131. It's actually a plus size pattern, which is too large for me in the shoulder/neck area. However I knew this cardi could be loose fitting so I simply traced the smallest size and eliminated the seam allowances. One thing I like about this plus size cardi pattern is that it includes a dart. When you have a larger bust like I do, a dart (even in knits) helps provide a nicer fit. The pattern goes together so quickly! Just stitch the shoulder seams (which I stabilized with fusible stay tape), stitch the sl