Your Blackwood Cardigans

It is absolutely humbling to see the hundreds of Blackwoods out there in the world now, and I never tire of getting tagged in new posts on Instagram! You can look at the #blackwoodcardigan hashtag to see so many great versions and get inspired by fabric choice, alterations, and some seriously great styling. Today I want to highlight a few of my favourite Blackwoods that I have seen out there so far! Side note: Caroline and I talked on the Love to Sew Podcast about asking permission before sharing makes from others, and I decided to adopt this practice moving forward on my blog and Instagram account. It did not take long to ask people if I could share their cardigans, and everybody said yes! I can rest assured that everyone is comfortable with me sharing their makes, and nobody gets an unwanted surprise - it's a win/win!

#blackwoodcardigan in a cotton knit fabric from #supercutit. I'm sure someone of my family will call me Obelix . #helenscloset #sewing #isewmyownclothes @helens__closet

A post shared by @maxantonia on Jul 28, 2017 at 4:56am PDT

This #blackwoodcardigan is my latest make. It's made from lightweight merino purchased from @levanafabrics. This cardigan is a great layering piece. I love sewing great basics. #sewnz #helensclosetpatterns. Worn with a silk Ogden cami and #ddsafran jeans. #sewcialists

A post shared by Emma's Atelier (@emmas_atelier) on Aug 14, 2017 at 4:11am PDT

My finished Blackwood Cardigan from @helens__closet ✂️ This was such a quick and easy pattern to sew. I didn't add the pockets but think I'll try them on my next one. #cosycardichallenge @amandaturner1977 @shesewsvintage @sodburysewing #helenscloset #blackwoodcardigan #handmadewardrobe #mustardcardigan

A post shared by The Sewing Spoodle (@thesewingspoodle) on Aug 30, 2017 at 1:09am PDT

Today on the @curvysewingcollective, I've reviewed @simplicity_creative_group #simplicity8378, a knit pant pattern that's part of their #patternhacking line! Check it out! #simplicitypatterns #patternhack #cscmakes #curvysewinghacks (paired here with my #ponytankpattern and #blackwoodcardigan)

A post shared by Meg (@megret79) on Aug 10, 2017 at 4:44am PDT

You can find my latest make over on @califabrics blog today. It may look like a simple cardigan and top but check out the post to see the little surprise sleeves 😉 #blackwoodcardigan #creatinginthegap #m7093 #teaser

A post shared by Margo Bergman (@creatinginthegap) on Sep 9, 2017 at 6:26pm PDT

Wearing my #blackwoodcardigan again for this chilly day 7 of #mmmay17. I am also wearing a simple gathered skirt I made about a year ago... and it still needs hemmed . Oh well, it hasn't stopped me from wearing it! #imakemyownclothes #memademay #memademay2017

A post shared by Rachel (@heyrachelmakes) on May 7, 2017 at 1:36pm PDT

My last make for the #summerofbasics is this @helens__closet #blackwoodcardigan made from this charcoal rib knit! I'll definitely be getting a lot of wear out of all three of these pieces! #summerofbasics #sob17bestcombo #sob17finisher #cosycardichallenge

A post shared by Bridgit O'Donnell (@brodonn) on Aug 25, 2017 at 10:55am PDT

While I'd love to tell you this was a well planned transitional piece for the cooler fall temps ahead, the truth is, I'm one of those people who is always cold and I wore this new Blackwood Cardigan all weekend long ‍♀️ Seriously though, pretty sure this @helens__closet pattern is gonna be a staple for me. Love a good Cardi! . Fabric is an AGF knit from @imaginegnats shop. Don't forget, sale is still on but ends tonight, use code RAYONWEEK for 15% off regular price fabric!

A post shared by Lindsay (@lindsayinstitches) on Aug 28, 2017 at 6:01pm PDT

More work OOTD. Wearing a brand new #blackwoodcardigan by @helens__closet made out of a beautiful yellow ponte knit from @fabricville. I have 2 more cardis in the queue! The dress is a #sarahdress by @dgpatterns . Have a beautiful day! #cosycardichallenge @amandaturner1977 @shesewsvintage #sewing #imakemyownclothes #workootd

A post shared by Judith Dee (@judithdeecreations) on Aug 31, 2017 at 6:20am PDT

Over on the blog I'm sharing this gorgeous Blackwood Cardigan. I seriously need one for every day of the week. ✂💙✂ For all my #sewingtall gals, I made no pattern adjustments. This baby is super long! 🎉 The pattern is by @helens__closet and fabric is from @wearethefabricstore. #blackwoodcardigan #thefabricstore

A post shared by Sew DIY (@sewdiyblog) on Jun 1, 2017 at 12:01pm PDT

Me made Monday @truebias Ogden cami in @cottonandsteel @riflepaperco rayon, @helens__closet Blackwood cardigan in ribbed jersey from @girlcharlee and @closetcase.patterns Ginger jeans in @conemills denim from @threadbarefabrics . . . #sewcialists #indiesewing #indiepatterns #memade #memadeeveryday #ilovesewing #isew #imakemyclothes #imakemyownclothes #isewmyownclothes #makersgonnamake #sewingaddict #sewinglife #sewersgonnasew #diyfashion #handmadewardrobe #modernsewist #makeitsewcial #sewersofinstagram #slowfashionmovement #handmadejeans #truebiaspatterns #ogdencami #blackwoodcardigan #helenscloset #closetcasepatterns #gingerjeans

A post shared by Jen (@jenheartssewing) on Aug 7, 2017 at 5:20am PDT

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Couldn't stop at just one #blackwoodcardigan by @helens__closet. This time in an apple green stretch merino that I picked up at @wearethefabricstore a few weeks ago in a $10/meter sale. Wearing with a #selfdrafted pink silk tank top. #pinkandgreen #handmadewardrobe #thefabricstore #sewingtall #brisbanesewing #slowfashion #sewersofinstagram #isew

A post shared by Thread And Random Selections (@sewselection) on Jul 30, 2017 at 9:11pm PDT

We sneakily added a new Sewing with Knits cardigan workshop to our website for October and it's already half-full! Sign up quick! The pattern we're teaching is the #blackwoodcardigan by @helens__closet -- check out the hashtag for a billion inspo photos. I have two of these cardigans and wear them constantly. #sewingwithknits

A post shared by Butcher's Sew Shop (@butcherssewshop) on Jul 21, 2017 at 5:41am PDT

Another look at my Blackwood cardigan! And more notes for those who asked Don't buy this fabric, it's pretty but not very durable. Pills and stretches out, making it annoying to work with. It's a mystery knit from Dressew if you still want it anyways. Do buy this pattern though! It's quick, it's logical, it's modern and looks exactly like you hope a lightweight layering cardigan will look in the end. It took only a few hours to cut and sew it completely. I skipped the pockets because in this fabric they were a no. I also skipped all top stitching because of how it distorted the fabric. I sewed the entire thing on my serger to try and contain the fluff and handle it as little as possible. I made size medium and I'd stick with that size in future. It's not too tight in the arms which is a problem I have sometimes I want to make this again but in better quality fabric, with pockets. I don't often enjoy sewing with knits but this pattern uses hem bands and cuffs, a construction method I love, so it's enjoyable to make. I especially love the finished product. I wore it right away the day it was finished! Perfect for wearing with summer dresses in cooler weather. Looks best with a low neckline top or dress in my opinion. I'm between sizes small and medium and chose medium, and others agreed to size up if you're between sizes. Anything else, feel free to ask! Will take photos on me one day. #blackwoodcardigan #sewing #helenscloset #cardigan #isew #sewingwithknits

A post shared by Tasia Pona (@tasiapona) on Jul 25, 2017 at 2:24pm PDT

Finished my #blackwoodcardigan from @helens__closet ✂️for the #cosycardichallenge -hosted by @sodburysewing @amandaturner1977 and @shesewsvintage Really love this cardigan! #isewmyownclothes

A post shared by Åsa Maria Borg (@asamariaborg) on Sep 17, 2017 at 9:00am PDT

Another @helens__closet #blackwoodcardigan! This one took almost a month to make, I haven't had much sewing time lately. This has quickly become one of my favorite patterns. The fabric is a very nice French Terry from @stylemakerfabrics. #sewing #isew #isewmyownclothes #handmadewardrobe #sewingtall

A post shared by @kellenehunter on Jun 12, 2017 at 8:09am PDT

And here comes @helens__closet #blackwoodcardigan number 3 (and surely not the last one either). Love the sharks all over this Cotton Spandex from @spotlightstores. . #beginnersewing #ilovesewing #indiepatterns #memade #sharksareawesome

A post shared by Karin (@sew_stitched) on Jul 7, 2017 at 10:38pm PDT

#mmmay17 day 26 and finally some warmth and sunshine!! #emerydress in divine ikat from @faberwood_com and a #blackwoodcardigan for the slight morning chill

A post shared by @katilulemakes on May 16, 2017 at 12:16am PDT

It's been briefly chilly enough to layer up in my @christinehaynes #mariannedress and @helens__closet #blackwoodcardigan. We've been here for 10 days and I've only worn one garment that I didn't make! #hzffrancegetawaywardrobe #memadeeveryday #imakemyclothes #handmadewardrobe

A post shared by Hannah Forsythe (@match_makes) on Jun 26, 2017 at 1:08pm PDT

Anyone who can sew NEEDS to make the #blackwoodcardigan by @helens__closet it is absolutely amazing! This is my first and I guarantee you I'll make at least 5 more!

A post shared by Stacie Lee (@stacieleeeee) on Jun 5, 2017 at 8:47pm PDT

I hope you enjoyed checking out all those gorgeous Blackwood Cardigans! I love seeing them pop up on Instagram and I can't wait to see more this season!

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