DIY a Cute Cardigan With Bow Ties

Tools and materials:

• Measuring tape
• Pins
• Scissors
• Ribbon
• Silicone double-sided tape
• Sewing machine
• Sweater

Shorten the cardigan 

To begin, roll up the ribbing of your sweater. 

Then measure the new length for your cardigan. I chose to make mine 40 cm (15.8 inches) but choose a length that is comfortable for you. 

Pin, to mark your new length, and then sew a zig-zag stitch or another stretch stitch right next to the ribbing to get your desired length. 

Once you have sewn, cut the excess fabric from the inside of the sweater.

Cut the sweater down the middle

Turn your sweater inside out, fold it in half, and use pins to mark the centerline. 

I recommend using a thin, double-sided silicone tape to stick down along the centerline, removing the pins as you stick. Using the tape helps to cut straight down the middle.

Once you have cut, remove the plastic coating from the tape and fold and stick each side over to create the perfect, equal hem along the center of the cardigan. Sew along the edge of the folded fabric to ensure a secure hold. 

Add bow ties 

Next, cut 4, 45 cm (17.7 inches) long pieces of ribbon for the cute ties. 

Pin two ribbons on each side of the cardigan opening. Sew two ribbons at the top and two in the center. 

Shorten the sleeves

If your sweater was too big for you, you can always shorten the sleeves to get a better fit. To do this, repeat the same technique you used for the bottom of the sweater. 

You can style this piece with the ribbon bows at the front or back depending on your taste. How would you wear this cardigan? Let me know in the comments below!