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giveaway, review, sewing, women · February 21, 2014

Meridian Cardigan Pattern Review and 5 PATTERN BUNDLE GIVEAWAY

You guys!

Meridian Cardigan Review - www.deliacreates.com (1 of 19)I have been in the sewing mood and it feels great. 🙂

Rachael from Imagine Gnats Patterns  and Imagine Gnats (blog) gifted this cardigan pattern to me.

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It was a breeze to whip up. The pattern calls for a lining so it can be double sided.  I got some hacci knit fabric from Girl Charlee (click HERE for the direct listing – they are a sponsor) and decided to try sewing up the pattern without lining it.

edit6I just folded the edges under and triple stitched it down.  Which…I must add, the triple stitch is my new favorite stretch stitch. I hadn’t tried it yet because I was happy with my zig zag stitch and modified zig zag stitch. But then I thought, why not? Now, I am in love!

Meridian Cardigan Review tips - www.deliacreates.com (1 of 3) Meridian Cardigan Review tips - www.deliacreates.com (3 of 3)The zig zag stitches still have their place of course, but this stitch is so sturdy, stretch friendly and relatively clean…most of the time. I must add that it looks best on busy fabric like this hacci knit or with thicker layers or fabrics. I used it for the leg hems on Natalie’s tribal knit leggings from yesterday with no problems. I have used it to hem some thinner knits as well. The stitch line is functional and it stretches fine, but it doesn’t look quite as clean.

Meridian Cardigan Review tips - www.deliacreates.com (2 of 3)Hacci fabric can be finicky, so I made sure to use my ball point needle and walking foot. It made the whole thing a lot less stressful.

edit5I didn’t finish the edges or double fold them. I just left them raw, since knit doesn’t fray. After one wash, most edges just curled under but there were a few stray, pulled threads that I clipped off. Since then, it’s been fine.

Meridian Cardigan Review - www.deliacreates.com (19 of 19) Meridian Cardigan Review - www.deliacreates.com (18 of 19)I wouldn’t recommend doing this with any knit fabric, but sweater knit is usually double sided, so it works. 😀

Plus…I like the drape of it.

Meridian Cardigan Review - www.deliacreates.com (4 of 19) Meridian Cardigan Review - www.deliacreates.com (10 of 19)I sewed a size four which fits really well. I usually wear a size small top.

When I sew this again, I will probably add some length to it though, so it hits just below my hips. Just personal preference.

Meridian Cardigan Review - www.deliacreates.com (13 of 19)I’ve been wearing it with this scarf a lot,which is no surprise I’m sure. I probably wear it a little too much. 🙂

Meridian Cardigan Review - www.deliacreates.com (12 of 19)What can I say? It’s a contender for my new favorite color…at least to wear. Go HERE for the free scarf crochet pattern.

Alrighty, so you’ve heard me blab about this pattern – love it! 🙂

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Now, let’s talk about the giveaway.

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Rachael, is in the process of taking her pdf patterns to paper. This will help her adorable patterns get into more hands so that more people can make her great designs. It’s not that tissue paper mumbo jumbo either. It’s a sturdy paper pattern with no printing or taping to fuss over. It sounds simple on the surface but it’s a lot harder than it sounds because it takes capital up front. That’s where we come in. She is offering her paper patterns for pre-order here: http://igg.me/at/imaginegnats

Simply pre-order one of her awesome patterns, and help her reach her goal to make paper patterns! Easy enough, and you get a copy or copies of her patterns when her paper patterns publish.

To help get the word out, Rachael is generously giving away her FIVE sewing patterns, found HERE, to one lucky reader!

The giveaway is open to everyone! Yay! I encourage you to share Rachael’s goal on social media but if you are not on social media, that’s okay! There is a spot to enter if you just share it with a friend through email or in person. 🙂 And no entry is mandatory. Enter in the ways you feel most comfortable.

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Have a fabulous weekend!

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  1. rachael {imagine gnats} says

    February 21, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    that cardi is just stunning! seriously going to make one just like it asap 🙂 thank you for sharing!! xo

    Reply
    • Delia says

      February 21, 2014 at 3:58 PM

      Of course. Thank you Rachael!

      Reply
  2. Tasha says

    February 21, 2014 at 9:18 AM

    LOOOOVE your take on the cardigan. Must find some similar fabric NOW.

    Reply
    • Delia says

      February 21, 2014 at 3:58 PM

      Thank you Tasha!

      Reply
  3. Erin says

    February 21, 2014 at 9:49 AM

    Wow! Gorgeous! I love this and I think I need some hacci knit ASAP!

    Reply
    • Delia says

      February 21, 2014 at 3:58 PM

      Thank you Erin! Yes. It’s perfect for Spring weather too. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Toni-Maree says

    February 21, 2014 at 4:31 PM

    Gorgeous! I love the drape. I want one.

    Reply
    • Delia says

      February 24, 2014 at 2:24 PM

      Thanks Toni-Maree!

      Reply
  5. Abby says

    February 21, 2014 at 10:42 PM

    So so cute Delia! And I love all the photos, you are way too beautiful!

    Reply
    • Delia says

      February 24, 2014 at 2:24 PM

      You are the sweetest! Thanks Abby!

      Reply
  6. Autumn says

    February 22, 2014 at 10:57 AM

    Love the color and the fit – great job!

    Reply
    • Delia says

      February 24, 2014 at 2:24 PM

      Thanks Autumn!

      Reply
  7. Charity says

    February 22, 2014 at 11:16 AM

    I really like the fabric you used… cozy and lightweight at the same time! =)

    Reply
    • Delia says

      February 24, 2014 at 2:25 PM

      Thanks Charity! Yes. Perfect for Spring. 🙂

      Reply
  8. Jess Z says

    February 22, 2014 at 8:27 PM

    Love this cardigan! I just received my order from Girl Charlee, but I think I’ll need to make another order ASAP! Can’t wait to get Rachael’s paper patterns! I miss out on great patterns because they’re pdf; I just won’t do the piecing and taping all afternoon. Thanks for sharing this! 🙂

    Reply
  9. Cherie says

    February 23, 2014 at 10:56 PM

    everything you make is GOLD, Delia! I love this sweater cardigan. I’ve been wanting to make this pattern for awhile, but hadn’t quite figured out how to make it “me” and this is seriously the perfect version! And you are super adorable! Can I ask you about your necklace? I feel like I’ve been looking for something like that for awhile – it’s so cute!

    Reply
    • Delia says

      February 24, 2014 at 2:27 PM

      You are so kind to me Cherie! Thanks! The necklace is from Icing (I think they are the grown up version of Claire’s). I got it last month and it was on their new arrivals wall so it should still be there?

      Reply
  10. Addie says

    February 27, 2014 at 9:25 AM

    Beautiful cardi, makes me want to get back into sewing!

    I also have to add that I agree with the other ladies– you look absolutely gorgeous, and I love your sense of style. So awesome.

    Reply
    • Delia says

      February 27, 2014 at 11:53 PM

      Thank you Addie! You are so nice!

      Reply

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