My sister and I bought these really warm cardigans at Tommy Hilfiger a couple of winters ago. They are the warmest ever, and yet so versatile and classy. I got the navy one in a size smaller, my sister got an oatmeal-grey. My sister’s didn’t fit very well, as it was a size too big, and was going to be donated. I wasn’t going to let the opportunity pass, so I re-sized it.
I followed simple re-fashion steps, taking in the side and arm seams. There are oodles of tutorials out there, you can also ask me questions if I am not clear enough.
I laid out the smaller one on top of the bigger one, and pinned where I would have to sew.
Don’t cut your sweater, just sew down the sides. You can trim off the excess, but be careful. Because these are knitted sweaters they will unravel easily; I would suggest using the serger.
I’ll admit it… I truthfully didn’t even cut the excess off, and you can’t even tell. I made it a bit looser for a more comfortable, relaxed look anyways.
The bigger one is a bit longer on both the body and the sleeves, but I don’t mind. :) Sleeves are usually too short on me anyways, so this is perfect.
Pair this newly-fitted cardigan with a jean skirt, a scarf (that is actually not a infinity scarf, but was tied into one), fleece-lined tights and boot socks.
The result: I super warm, yet classy outfit for these freezing cold temperatures we have been having.
*sorry for the horrible pictures. Frustrating problems with my camera*
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