Cardigan in Sirdar Saltaire - 10181 - Downloadable PDF

Cardigan in Sirdar Saltaire – Pattern 10181

This intermediate-level knitting pattern (Design No. 10181) from Sirdar delivers a beautifully classic hand-knitted cardigan worked in Sirdar Saltaire Aran weight yarn. The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF and has been triple-checked by the Sirdar team to guarantee a successful result when knitted with the recommended Sirdar yarn. The design is shown in Saltaire shade 304 Stag, a sophisticated neutral that perfectly showcases the yarn's natural elegance.

About the Garment

The cardigan is designed with a simple, fluid, and feminine silhouette that makes the most of Sirdar Saltaire's gorgeous drape. Subtle stitch details are incorporated throughout to add quiet visual interest without overwhelming the clean, classic lines of the design. The pattern covers a generous range of sizes, fitting chest measurements from 81 cm to 137 cm (32 in to 54 in), making it an inclusive and versatile design suitable for a wide range of knitters.

Yarn and Materials

• Yarn: Sirdar Saltaire Aran – a luxuriously soft yarn blended with gentle alpaca for a touch of luxury and exceptional drape
• Weight: Aran
• Shade shown: 304 Stag – a sophisticated neutral tone
• Needles: Standard knitting needles appropriate for Aran weight yarn (specific sizes detailed within the downloadable PDF pattern)

About Sirdar Saltaire Yarn

Sirdar Saltaire is a premium Aran weight yarn that incorporates alpaca fibre, lending it an exceptionally soft handle and a beautiful natural drape. The alpaca content makes the yarn a pleasure to knit with, and the palette of sophisticated neutrals is carefully curated to produce timeless, wearable garments. The yarn is part of a collection of classic designs intended to be worn and treasured for years to come.

Techniques and Difficulty

Rated as intermediate in difficulty, this pattern is ideal for knitters who are comfortable with the fundamentals of knitting and are ready to develop their skills further. The design employs:

• Knit and purl stitches forming the foundation of the fabric
• Subtle stitch detailing to add texture and visual interest to the garment's surface
• Shaping techniques including increases and decreases to achieve the fluid, feminine fit across a wide range of sizes
• Construction methods typical of a classic hand-knitted cardigan, likely including separate front and back panels with set-in or drop-shoulder sleeves, finished with button bands or front opening details as described within the full PDF

About Sirdar

Sirdar is a celebrated British yarn brand established in West Yorkshire in 1880, with a rich heritage in hand knitting spanning generations. Every Sirdar pattern is triple-checked to ensure accuracy and a successful knitting experience when worked with the recommended Sirdar yarn. Each season, Sirdar combines beloved classic designs with the latest yarn innovations, making their patterns a trusted choice for knitters of all levels.

Pattern Format

• Format: Downloadable PDF – available for immediate purchase and download
• Craft: Knitting
• Size range: 81–137 cm / 32–54 in chest
• Difficulty: Intermediate
• Brand: Sirdar