The Fuller Cardigan is here! We are loving seeing all of the buzz about this new pattern on social media, and can’t wait for Fullers to start popping up in our feed.

The Fuller Cardigan is available in our new size range, sizes 12-32 in both print and PDF! (If you need help choosing your size, go here.)

If you’ve already printed out or traced your Fuller, you’re ahead of the game! With any new pattern, we always recommend sewing up a muslin first using fabric similar in weight and stretch to your final fabric, in case further adjustment are needed before cutting into your gorgeous final fabric. Here’s a helpful guide to know what to look for once you try on your first Fuller.

Fuller View A, the Classic Cardigan

The Fuller Cardigan is a raglan-sleeve cardi with shoulder and bust darts and two variations. Let’s take a look at View A first.

View A Fit Details

• Shoulder
  • The shoulder dart should sit at the top of the shoulder, not forward or back.
• Bust
  • When worn closed, fabric should be smooth in the bust area. If the fabric is pulling apart at the top button, a larger cup size or larger overall size may be needed.
  • Bust dart should be pointing towards the fullest part of the bust. If it’s not, you may need to raise or lower the dart. The bust dart point should be around 2” (5 cm) from the apex; if it’s not, you may need to lengthen or shorten the dart.
• Hem
  • The hem should hit at mid-hip.
• Back
  • The fabric should be smooth across the back, without bunching or pulling. If fabric is pooling at the lower back, additional space may be required for the bum, using a slash-and-spread adjustment.
• Neck
  • When worn closed, the V point of the neckline should sit just underneath the bust.
  • The back of the neckline should sit at the base of the neck. If gaping in the back neckline occurs, a rounded back adjustment may be needed.
• Sleeve
  • The raglan sleeve should be semi-fitted on the arm without being overly snug. If the sleeve feels too tight, the full bicep sleeve should be used. If the full bicep sleeve is too snug, a further full bicep adjustment can be done.
  • The sleeve cuff should end at the wrist, and the cuff should be snug on the wrist.

Go a Little Retro with Fuller View B!

Now let’s take a closer look at View B, the cropped, jewel-neck option:

View B Fit Details

• Shoulder
  • The shoulder dart should sit at the top of the shoulder, not forward or back.
• Bust
  • When worn closed, fabric should be smooth in the bust area. If the fabric is pulling apart at the top button, a larger cup size or larger overall size may be needed.
  • Bust dart should be pointing towards the fullest part of the bust. If it’s not, you may need to raise or lower the dart. The bust dart point should be around 2” (5 cm) from the apex; if it’s not, you may need to lengthen or shorten the dart.
• Hem
  • View B has a boxy fit; when worn over a flared dress, it has the appearance of being fitted (as shown in our sample), but when worn over pants or a more slimline dress, it will have a boxy silhouette. Prefer a closer fit? Grade down two sizes from the bust dart to the waist.
  • The hem band should hit at the natural waist.
• Back
  • The fabric should be smooth across the back, without bunching or pulling. If fabric is pooling at the lower back, additional space may be required for the bum, using a slash-and-spread adjustment.
• Neck
  • Jewel neck should sit rest at the collarbone. If the neckline gapes open, a gaping neckline adjustment may be needed.
  • The back of the neckline should sit at the base of the neck. If gaping in the back neckline occurs, a rounded back adjustment may be needed.
• Sleeve
  • The raglan sleeve should be semi-fitted on the arm without being overly snug. If the sleeve feels too tight, the full bicep sleeve should be used. If the full bicep sleeve is too snug, a further full bicep adjustment can be done.
  • Sleeve cuff should end about 3” (7.6) below the elbow, and should have a relaxed fit.

Ready to Sew Your Own Fuller Cardigan?

Then let’s get started! You can get your copy of the Fuller Cardigan pattern here, and get additional help fitting your Fuller by joining our Facebook group or emailing us at hello@cashmerette.com.

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