Pretty cardigan knitting patterns (for plant-based yarns)
Textured jacquard knitting pattern
Not so long ago, most clothes shops would sell nice knitted and pretty patterned cardigans. Now, as well as most being made from polyester, you’re lucky to find any that even look nice.
Most are just shapeless ‘bags’ in dreary colours. Which has led many people to take up knitting, to make their own.
Cardigans are ideal items of clothing for England’s changeable weather. Sometimes it’s not chilly enough to warrant a jumper. But often a breeze means putting on a cardigan over a t-shirt feels good in spring or autumn.
For any items containing recycled polyester or elastane, launder in a microfibre filter (or just buy the 100% natural fabrics, far simpler!) Recycle unwanted synthetic fibre clothing at textile banks. From there, the fabric gets shredded and turned into industrial products like carpet insulation.
Use these with plant-based knitting fibres to avoid nylon or wool.
