Craft Tips > Clothing > AlterationsSeptember 07, 2007

Turn a Tight Sweater Into a Cardigan

When your child's pullover sweaters become too tight to wear, turn them into a cardigan by cutting them straight down the front and binding the front edges with an attractive trim.

By Momof1 from Wilkesboro, NC

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09/08/2007

Works for an adult sweatshirt too. I got identical sweatshirts on sale, so I cut one down the front and faced the edges with firm, contrasting fabric. You could put in a separating zipper too.

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09/07/2007

That's so clever! really frugal and smart!

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