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Introducing the Cove Sweater Sewing Pattern

Get the best fabric recommendations, fitting tutorials, and styling ideas for this pullover collared sweater.

Posted in: Sewing Patterns • February 1, 2025








The Cove Sweater offers a stylish and cozy design that is perfect for layering. With its relaxed fit and dropped shoulders, this cropped sweater exudes effortless and cool style. The neck placket and rolled collar add a polished touch, while the fitted hem band and sleeve cuffs provide a clean, finished look. 

Pair Cove with the Palmer pants to create a chic loungewear set or with your favorite jeans for a more elevated take on sweatshirt and jeans. 








Maya is wearing a size 2 Cove top with 1 1/2" added to the waist circumference and 1/2" added to the body length and sleeve length. Her measurements are bust: 33" (83.8 cm), waist: 27 1/2" (69.9 cm), and hip: 38" (96.5 cm), and she is 5' 10" (70 cm) tall.








Crosby is wearing a size 18 Cove top from our 12-30 size range graded to a size 16 at the bottom opening. Her measurements are bust: 46" (116.84cm), waist: 37" (93.98cm), hip: 48" (121.9cm), and she is 5'10" (177.8 cm) tall.

Fabric and Fit








Fabric recommendations: The Cove sweater is designed for medium-weight knit fabrics with at least 20% stretch. For a sportier look try fabrics like French terry, sweatshirt fleece, ponte, or double knits. 

Or add a little texture to your Cove by selecting a quilted or sweater knit.








Fitting tips: The Cove sweater has a generous fit, making it easy to fit to your body. Start by selecting your size based on the body measurement chart. Understanding design ease will ensure that you get the best possible fit. This tutorial will teach you all about design and wearing ease.

If you find that your bust and waist fall into two separate sizes try blending sizes to get a custom fit. This tutorial breaks down all the steps.

Cove has full-length sleeves and a cropped body. You can lengthen or shorten either to make sure the length of your garment is perfect for you. Follow this tutorial to lengthen and shorten a sewing pattern.

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