In short
- The main components are premium yarn and many hours of handwork.
- A hand-knit cardigan takes days of work, not the minutes of a factory line.
- It lasts for years, so the cost per wear is lower than fast fashion.
- Handmade also lets you choose colour and size.
“Why does a cardigan cost as much as a coat?” A fair question, and here is a fair answer.
1. Yarn
Italian kid mohair & silk or baby mohair & merino are among the most expensive yarns. Fine fibre from young goats, silk, worsted spinning, quality dyeing: each step adds cost. Why it is valued: read here.
2. Time
A factory machine knits the fabric of a sweater in minutes. By hand, a cardigan is days of work: thousands of stitches, assembly, edging, sewing on buttons, blocking. All of it is a maker’s attention, not a conveyor belt.
3. Details
Pearl and crystal buttons, ruffles and flared sleeves take extra time and materials.
4. Packaging and shipping
We pack every piece with care and ship it from Ukraine worldwide. Etsy charges selling and payment fees, which are part of the price too.
Shop the edit
Fluffy Baby Mohair & Merino Cardigan, Graphite · $212.50
Cropped Kid Mohair & Silk Cardigan, Lavender · $175
Kid Mohair & Silk Ruffle Socks, Pink · $50Cost per wear
A rough comparison:
| Fast-fashion sweater | Handmade cardigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | low | high |
| Seasons worn | 1–2 | many years |
| After one year | pilled, stretched | like new with care |
| Repair | not worth it | possible |
A piece you wear hundreds of times costs less per wear than one that loses its looks in a season.
What you get
- a one-of-a-kind piece;
- natural fibres that feel good on skin;
- the option to order it your way;
- support for a small Ukrainian atelier.
Browse the AuraHome collection: from $50 for socks to $212.50 for a warm cardigan.
FAQ
How long does it take to hand knit a cardigan?
It depends on the design and yarn, but it is always days of work, not hours.
Can I order a simpler design for less?
Message us on Etsy and we will discuss yarn and style options.
Why are Etsy prices in dollars?
Etsy is an international marketplace; prices are in USD and your bank converts them at checkout.
