The Noelle Sweater Collection – Free Sewing Pattern

It’s that time of year when cold autumn mornings turn into warm afternoons, requiring us to dress for a few different seasons in a single day.  But this year it’s colder and the layers are staying on.  Thankfully our Noelle Sweater Collection free sewing pattern bundle is here to keep you warm this fall with three different patterns to choose from!  Sewn in our Alta Chunky Rib Knit Collection with the 3 Piece Trim Bundle, it gives the garments a lush heavy drape that compliments these patterns beautifully. 

First up we’ve got The Noelle Poncho featuring cascading sleeves and an oversized turtleneck.  It’s what you’ll want to grab before you leave for the day and then never take off when you get home. Up next we have The Noelle Dress with batwing sleeves and that statement turtleneck for when you want to be enveloped in stylish coziness.  And to finish up the bundle, we’ve got The Noelle Beanie, which is perfect for those who want a quick and easy project or to get a head start on homemade holiday gifts.  

Purchase Materials Used Below:

• 1 Alta Stone Chunky Rib Knit Sweater Trim Bundle
• 2 yards of Alta Stone Rib Chunky Sweater Knit
• 1 Alta Wren Chunky Rib Knit Sweater Trim Bundle
• 2 yards of Alta Wren Rib Chunky Sweater Knit
• MDF333 – The Noelle Sweater Collection (free download below!)

A few notes before you get started:

If you’re sewing with this knit you’ll need a serger and a regular machine with a walking foot attachment.  Use a stretch stitch when hemming.

Test a few different methods of stabilization before you sew your final garment!  This is very important.  I used paper to help keep the knit from getting stretched.  If you choose to do the same, take extra care when removing the paper.  I do not recommend stretching the fabric to remove it.  My hems didn’t fully recover after that. 

How to sew the poncho:

Step 1

With the front & back poncho pieces right sides together, sew along each upper arm from the neck all the way to the wrist. 

Step 2

Serge the bottom edges of the poncho.

Step 3

Right sides together, sew the front & back together starting at the wrist and stopping at the notch.

Step 4

Sew a ⅜” hem along the bottom. Depending on your fabric’s weight this may need to be a single fold.

Step 5

Right sides together, serge the ends of the collar together to create a tube.  Repeat with the cuffs.

Step 6

With the poncho and collar both inside out, place the collar inside the poncho.  The wrong side of the collar should be facing the right side of the poncho. Line up the edges and center the collar’s seam to the back of the poncho.  Serge together. Add a few stitches by hand to keep the back of the collar folded in place.  

Step 7

Repeat with the cuffs. Match the cuff and underarm seams. 

How to sew the dress:

Step 1

Right sides together, serge the front and back dress pieces together from the wrist to the side seam.  

Step 2

Serge together the top of the arm.

Step 3

Right sides together, serge the ends of the collar together to create a tube.  Repeat with the cuffs.

Step 4

With the dress and collar inside out, place the collar inside the dress. The wrong side of the collar should be facing the right side of the dress. Line up the raw edges and center the collar seam to the back.  Serge together. Add a few stitches by hand to keep the back of the collar folded in place.  

Step 5

Repeat with the cuffs.  Match the cuff and under arm seams. 

Step 6

Serge the raw edge of the hem, then sew a single folded 1” hem. 

How to make the beanie:

Note: For the main cap I used a remnant of the facing, and for the cuff I used a remnant of the trim bundle so I could have a nice finished edge.

Step 1

Place the hat pattern piece right side up, then fold each end, meeting in the center. Serge the outside arches.  

Step 2

Take the two long ends and pin together.  Continue pinning the cap closed, up through the crown all the way to the last arch. The two arches you serged in step 1 should now meet in the middle. Serge where pinned, as pictured above. The cap portion is now complete. 

Step 3

Right sides together, serge the cuff’s ends together, creating a tube. 

Step 4

With both pieces right side out, place the hat inside the cuff. Match the side seams, pin, and serge together.  

Step 5

Hand stitch the pom pom at the very top of the hat, where all the seams meet.