Craft a matching set of jumpers for you and your family with our free guide

02/16/2024

What better way to enjoy Mother's Day this year than by knitting matching outfits for you and your children? Have some family fun this holiday using the Gloria Cardigan's complimentary knitting guide! Crafted by mûmû knit using the soft and vibrant Katia Cotton in Love yarn, this timeless cardigan pays homage to the influential women in our lives who have nurtured and guided us.

Maria Uz brings to life a design that starts from the bottom and works its way up, featuring a classic buttoned front, a chic V-neck, and bold stripes across the sleeves and body, drawing inspiration from the natural world's colour spectrum. Download the free Gloria Cardigan pattern and enjoy crafting a matching set that celebrates family bonds.

Download Gloria Cardigan Free Pattern

Named in honour of Maria’s grandmother, Gloria, whose legacy fuels mûmû knit's creativity, this pattern serves as a heartfelt tribute to the grandmothers, mothers, aunts, and friends who have shared their love for crafting by hand with us. Embarking on the Gloria Cardigan project is not just about knitting; it's about weaving together threads of love and connection. Pick your preferred hues from the Cotton in Love range and dive into this free pattern, which is thoughtfully provided in a variety of sizes to suit every family member. Choose from:

• Women: S-M-L
  

• Children: 2-4, 6-8, and 10–12 years old

• Baby: 6, 9, and 12 months old. 

Bottom-up jacket knitted in one piece

In addition to being a versatile garment, make to live unforgettable moments with your loved ones, this cardigan is a fascinating pattern. Here are 5 characteristics that make this design a must-knit:

1. The pattern includes instructions for knitting up to 9 sizes: 3 for adults, 3 for children, and 3 for babies.

2. It is a garment knitted in one piece, in bottom-up construction.

3. First, you will knit the back and fronts together with straight needles up to the armhole. Then, you will continue knitting each part separately.

4. Next, you will practice the 3-needle bind off technique to join the shoulders.

5. Finally, you will knit the sleeves in the round, attached to the body. You can make them with a set of 5 double-pointed needles or with circular needles and the Magic Loop technique.

What do you think about knitting the free pattern Cardigan Gloria and celebrating Mother’s Day with a 100% special garment? Boost your creativity, feel the well-being of making something unique with your hands, for yourself and your loved ones. And remember to share your version with the Katia Community to inspire others!

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