Two models wearing Bonnie cardigans against a yellow and lilac background. One wears a black and cream striped, long-sleeved cropped cardigan with a tie front, while the other wears a teal, long-sleeved cardigan with a button front and longer length.
Bonnie Cardigan
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A woman modeling a teal ribbed knit Bonnie cardigan with button-front closure, paired with blue jeans, against a solid pale yellow studio background.
A woman modeling a teal ribbed knit button-up Bonnie cardigan sweater with blue jeans, standing against a solid pale yellow background.
A close-up of a woman wearing a chunky knit teal Bonnie cardigan with iridescent buttons, shown against a solid yellow background.
A woman with long dark hair is shown from the back wearing a teal ribbed knit Bonnie cardigan and blue jeans against a solid pale yellow background.
A close-up back view of a person wearing a teal chunky knit Bonnie cardigan and blue jeans against a solid yellow background.
A woman modeling a teal ribbed knit Bonnie cardigan sweater with button-front closure and long sleeves, paired with blue jeans against a solid pale yellow studio background.
A woman wearing a teal ribbed knit button-up Bonnie cardigan sweater, posing against a solid pale yellow background.
A woman modeling a black and cream striped knit Bonnie cardigan with a black tie-neck detail, paired with blue jeans, against a solid purple background.
A woman wearing a black and white striped knit Bonnie cardigan with a black tie-front detail, paired with blue jeans, set against a solid purple background.
A smiling woman with dark hair tied back sits on a yellow chair against a solid purple background. She is wearing a black and cream striped knit Bonnie cardigan with a black tie-neck detail and blue jeans.
A woman wearing a black and cream striped knit Bonnie cardigan with a front tie closure, paired with blue jeans, set against a solid purple background.
A woman modeling a black and white striped knit Bonnie cardigan with a black tie-neck detail, paired with blue jeans, against a solid purple background.
A woman modeling a black and off-white striped knit Bonnie cardigan sweater, paired with blue jeans, against a solid purple studio background.
A woman modeling a black and white striped knit Bonnie cardigan with a black tie-neck detail, paired with blue jeans, against a solid purple background.
A woman modeling a short-sleeve ribbed knit Bonnie cardigan in a vibrant magenta pink, paired with black pants, against a solid turquoise blue background.
A woman wearing a bright magenta ribbed short-sleeve Bonnie cardigan with dark buttons, paired with black pants, set against a solid turquoise background.
A woman with dark brown hair tied back, wearing a bright magenta ribbed short-sleeve Bonnie cardigan and black pants, posing against a solid turquoise background.
A woman posing in a bright magenta ribbed knit Bonnie cardigan with elbow-length sleeves and black pants, set against a solid turquoise background.
A woman viewed from the back wearing a bright magenta ribbed short-sleeve Bonnie cardigan and black pants, standing against a solid turquoise background.
A woman modeling a short-sleeve ribbed knit Bonnie cardigan in a vibrant magenta pink, paired with black pants, against a solid turquoise blue background.
Sewing pattern cover for Tilly and the Buttons Bonnie, size UK 6-34. The cover features two women modeling cardigans: one wearing a black and white striped cardigan with a black tie-front, and another wearing a teal button-up cardigan.
The back of the Bonnie cardigan sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons. The page includes body measurements, supplies and fabric suggestion notes.
Black and white line art of the Bonnie cardigan sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons showing four variations.
Measurement chart for the Bonnie cardigan sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons.
Two models wearing Bonnie cardigans against a yellow and lilac background. One wears a black and cream striped, long-sleeved cropped cardigan with a tie front, while the other wears a teal, long-sleeved cardigan with a button front and longer length.
Bonnie Cardigan
Model sitting down wearing a teal Bonnie cardigan with long sleeves, a button front and longer length, styled with blue jeans.
A woman modeling a teal ribbed knit Bonnie cardigan with button-front closure, paired with blue jeans, against a solid pale yellow studio background.
A woman modeling a teal ribbed knit button-up Bonnie cardigan sweater with blue jeans, standing against a solid pale yellow background.
A close-up of a woman wearing a chunky knit teal Bonnie cardigan with iridescent buttons, shown against a solid yellow background.
A woman with long dark hair is shown from the back wearing a teal ribbed knit Bonnie cardigan and blue jeans against a solid pale yellow background.
A close-up back view of a person wearing a teal chunky knit Bonnie cardigan and blue jeans against a solid yellow background.
A woman modeling a teal ribbed knit Bonnie cardigan sweater with button-front closure and long sleeves, paired with blue jeans against a solid pale yellow studio background.
A woman wearing a teal ribbed knit button-up Bonnie cardigan sweater, posing against a solid pale yellow background.
A woman modeling a black and cream striped knit Bonnie cardigan with a black tie-neck detail, paired with blue jeans, against a solid purple background.
A woman wearing a black and white striped knit Bonnie cardigan with a black tie-front detail, paired with blue jeans, set against a solid purple background.
A smiling woman with dark hair tied back sits on a yellow chair against a solid purple background. She is wearing a black and cream striped knit Bonnie cardigan with a black tie-neck detail and blue jeans.
A woman wearing a black and cream striped knit Bonnie cardigan with a front tie closure, paired with blue jeans, set against a solid purple background.
A woman modeling a black and white striped knit Bonnie cardigan with a black tie-neck detail, paired with blue jeans, against a solid purple background.
A woman modeling a black and off-white striped knit Bonnie cardigan sweater, paired with blue jeans, against a solid purple studio background.
A woman modeling a black and white striped knit Bonnie cardigan with a black tie-neck detail, paired with blue jeans, against a solid purple background.
A woman modeling a short-sleeve ribbed knit Bonnie cardigan in a vibrant magenta pink, paired with black pants, against a solid turquoise blue background.
A woman wearing a bright magenta ribbed short-sleeve Bonnie cardigan with dark buttons, paired with black pants, set against a solid turquoise background.
A woman with dark brown hair tied back, wearing a bright magenta ribbed short-sleeve Bonnie cardigan and black pants, posing against a solid turquoise background.
A woman posing in a bright magenta ribbed knit Bonnie cardigan with elbow-length sleeves and black pants, set against a solid turquoise background.
A woman viewed from the back wearing a bright magenta ribbed short-sleeve Bonnie cardigan and black pants, standing against a solid turquoise background.
A woman modeling a short-sleeve ribbed knit Bonnie cardigan in a vibrant magenta pink, paired with black pants, against a solid turquoise blue background.
Sewing pattern cover for Tilly and the Buttons Bonnie, size UK 6-34. The cover features two women modeling cardigans: one wearing a black and white striped cardigan with a black tie-front, and another wearing a teal button-up cardigan.
The back of the Bonnie cardigan sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons. The page includes body measurements, supplies and fabric suggestion notes.
Black and white line art of the Bonnie cardigan sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons showing four variations.
Measurement chart for the Bonnie cardigan sewing pattern by Tilly and the Buttons.

Bonnie Cardigan

Printed or PDF Sewing Pattern
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PATTERN FORMAT

YOUR NEW FAVOURITE LAYER

Bonnie is a versatile cardigan sewing pattern to see you through the seasons. The raglan seams make it quick to sew and comfy to wear. Keep it classic with buttons, or make the ties for a touch of whimsy. 

Layer your handmade Bonnie over dresses, T-shirts or blouses for an easy extra layer whenever you need one.

PATTERN FEATURES:

  • Relaxed fit with crew neckline and raglan sleeves 
  • Choice of button-front or tie-front opening 
  • Two hemline options: cropped or hip-length 
  • Choice of full-length balloon sleeves or above-elbow puff sleeves 
  • Separate neckband, button stands, hem band, and cuffs 

SKILL LEVEL - For Confident Beginners

PATTERN SUPPORT - Need extra help sewing Bonnie? See our FREE tutorials including how to sew buttonholes on stretch knit fabric.

MODEL GARMENT SIZES - Marcela (teal cardigan) is wearing a size 4 (UK 12). Rita (striped cardigan + pink short sleeve cardigan) is wearing a size 7 (UK 18).

                  We label our sewing pattern sizes with generic numbers from 1 to 15. Please measure your bust, waist, and hips to determine which size(s) fit you best. The pattern instructions include a link to an article on fitting tips to help you tailor the pattern to your unique shape, including how to combine multiple sizes.

                  Size range: UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / AUS 6-34

                  BODY MEASUREMENTS
                  SIZE HIGH BUST BUST WAIST HIP
                  1
                  UK 6 / US 2 / EUR 34 / AUS 6                  		 71cm
                  (28in)                  		 76cm
                  (30in)                  		 61cm
                  (24in)                  		 84cm
                  (33in)
                  2
                  UK 8 / US 4 / EUR 36 / AUS 8                  		 76cm
                  (30in)                  		 81cm
                  (32in)                  		 66cm
                  (26in)                  		 89cm
                  (35in)
                  3
                  UK 10 / US 6 / EUR 38 / AUS 10                  		 81.5cm
                  (32in)                  		 86.5cm
                  (34in)                  		 71cm
                  (28in)                  		 94cm
                  (37in)
                  4
                  UK 12 / US 8 / EUR 40 / AUS 12                  		 86.5cm
                  (34in)                  		 91.5cm
                  (36in)                  		 76cm
                  (30in)                  		 99cm
                  (39in)
                  5
                  UK 14 / US 10 / EUR 42 / AUS 14                  		 91.5cm
                  (36in)                  		 96.5cm
                  (38in)                  		 81cm
                  (32in)                  		 104cm
                  (41in)
                  6
                  UK 16 / US 12 / EUR 44 / AUS 16                  		 96.5cm
                  (38in)                  		 101.5cm
                  (40in)                  		 86.5cm
                  (34in)                  		 109cm
                  (43in)
                  7
                  UK 18 / US 14 / EUR 46 / AUS 18                  		 101.5cm
                  (40in)                  		 112cm
                  (44in)                  		 94cm
                  (37in)                  		 114cm
                  (45in)
                  8
                  UK 20 / US 16 / EUR 48 / AUS 20                  		 106.5cm
                  (42in)                  		 117cm
                  (46in)                  		 99cm
                  (39in)                  		 119.5cm
                  (47in)
                  9
                  UK 22 / US 18 / EUR 50 / AUS 22                  		 112cm
                  (44in)                  		 122cm
                  (48in)                  		 104cm
                  (41in)                  		 124.5cm
                  (49in)
                  10
                  UK 24 / US 20 / EUR 52 / AUS 24                  		 117cm
                  (46in)                  		 127cm
                  (50in)                  		 109cm
                  (43in)                  		 129.5cm
                  (51in)
                  11
                  UK 26 / US 22 / EUR 54 / AUS 26                  		 122cm
                  (48in)                  		 132cm
                  (52in)                  		 114cm
                  (45in)                  		 134.5cm
                  (53in)
                  12
                  UK 28 / US 24 / EUR 56 / AUS 28                  		 127cm
                  (50in)                  		 137cm
                  (54in)                  		 119.5cm
                  (47in)                  		 139.5cm
                  (55in)
                  13
                  UK 30 / US 26 / EUR 58 / AUS 30                  		 132cm
                  (52in)                  		 142cm
                  (56in)                  		 124.5cm
                  (49in)                  		 144.5cm
                  (57in)
                  14
                  UK 32 / US 28 / EUR 60 / AUS 32                  		 137cm
                  (54in)                  		 147cm
                  (58in)                  		 129.5cm
                  (51in)                  		 150cm
                  (59in)
                  15
                  UK 34 / US 30 / EUR 62 / AUS 34                  		 142cm
                  (56in)                  		 152.5cm
                  (60in)                  		 134.5cm
                  (53in)                  		 155cm
                  (61in)

                  Supplies

                  • Fabric (see below)
                  • Matching thread
                  • 4.5m (5yd) x 10-12mm (3/8-½in) wide iron-on stay tape or bias-cut strips of interfacing
                  • 0.7m (¾yd) of iron-on interfacing (similar weight to your fabric)
                  • For button-front version: 17-20mm (5/8-¾in) wide buttons – 6 for hip-length, 5 for cropped length
                  • Sewing machine and basic tools, incl a ballpoint or stretch needle for your sewing machine

                  Fabric Suggestions

                  Stretch knit fabrics such as sweater, cable, ribbed, waffle or jacquard knits, or French terry. If your main fabric has less than 20% stretch, get 1m (1 1/8yd) ribbing for the neckband, button stands, hem band, and cuffs. For tie-front version, choose a lightweight knit and test sew a pair of ties to check they’re not too bulky.

                  Fabric Requirements

                  140cm (56in) wide
                  All listings are for the button-front version. Add 0.3m (1/3yd) extra for the tie-front version.

                  Hip-length + long sleeves:
                  sizes 1-9 - 1.9m (2 1/8yd)
                  szes 10-15 - 2.2m (2 1/2yd)

                  Cropped length + long sleeves:
                  sizes 1-9 - 1.7m (1 7/8yd)
                  sizes 10-15 - 1.9m (2 1/8yd)

                  Hip-length + short sleeves:
                  sizes 1-9 - 1.6m (1 3/4yd)
                  sizes 10-15 - 2.1m (2 3/8yd)

                  Cropped length + short sleeves:
                  sizes 1-9 - 1.4m (1 5/8yd)
                  sizes 10-15 - 1.7m (1 7/8yd)

                  115cm (45in) wide
                  All listings are for the button-front version. Add 0.3m (1/3yd) extra for the tie-front version.

                  Hip-length + long sleeves:
                  sizes 1-7 - 2.3m (2 1/2yd)
                  sizes 8-15 - 3.1m (3 3/8yd)

                  Cropped length + long sleeves:
                  sizes 1-7 - 2m (2 1/4yd)
                  sizes 8-15 - 2.8m (3 1/8yd)

                  Hip-length + short sleeves:
                  sizes 1-7 - 2m (2 1/4yd)
                  sizes 8-15 - 2.7m (3yd)

                  Cropped length + short sleeves:
                  sizes 1-7 - 1.7m (1 7/8yd)
                  sizes 8-15 - 2.4m (2 5/8yd)

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