Sweaters in Hayfield Bonus Aran - 9219 - Downloadable PDF

Sweaters in Hayfield Bonus Aran – Pattern 9219: Complete Summary

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Hayfield presents three classic sweater designs worked in Hayfield Bonus Aran yarn, each featuring a distinctive neckline finish and rich cable and textural detailing. The pattern covers a generous size range, making it suitable for children through to adults, and all three garments share the same construction framework while offering individual style variations.

Designs Included

• Round Neck Sweater – knitted in Hayfield Bonus Aran shade 867
• V Neck Sweater – knitted in Hayfield Bonus Aran shade 868
• Sweater with Collar – knitted in Hayfield Bonus Aran shade 869, finished with a button-fastening collar requiring 2–3 buttons depending on size

Sizing and Fit

The pattern is written to fit chest and bust measurements from 61/66 cm (24/26 in) up to 112/117 cm (44/46 in) across six sizes. Actual finished measurements range from 71 cm (28 in) to 124 cm (48¾ in), providing a comfortable, relaxed fit. Full lengths range from 46 cm (18 in) for the smallest size up to 74 cm (29¼ in) for the largest, and sleeve lengths are noted as adjustable, running from 33 cm (13 in) to 52 cm (20½ in).

Yarn and Materials

All three sweaters are worked in Hayfield Bonus Aran, a popular aran-weight yarn, sold in 400 g balls. Each design requires 1 ball for the smallest size and 2 balls for all larger sizes, making this a very economical project. The pattern notes that Sirdar Click Aran and Sirdar Denim Sport Aran are also suitable substitutes, though yarn amounts may vary.

In addition to yarn, knitters will need:

• 5 mm (UK 6 / USA 8) knitting needles – used for the main body fabric
• 4 mm (UK 8 / USA 6) knitting needles – used for ribbed edgings and borders
• A cable needle for working the cable panel stitches
• Stitch holders for managing live stitches at shoulders and necklines
• 2–3 buttons for the Sweater with Collar version

Tension

Achieving the correct tension is essential to the success of these garments. The pattern specifies 19 stitches and 24 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over double moss stitch on 5 mm needles. The cable panel of 56 stitches measures 22 cm (8¾ in) in width. Knitters are advised to adjust needle size as needed to match tension exactly.

Stitches and Techniques Used

These sweaters combine several classic knitting stitches and techniques to create a beautifully textured fabric with a traditional aran character:

• Double moss stitch – forms the main body fabric, creating a firm, reversible, richly textured surface by alternating knit and purl stitches in a broken rib arrangement
• Cable panel – a central feature of the design, 56 stitches wide, incorporating multiple cable crossings for a bold, rope-like visual effect
• C2B and C2F – two-stitch cable crossings worked to the back or front using a cable needle, creating small twist details
• C4B and C4F – four-stitch cable crossings worked to the back or front, producing the classic rope cable effect
• T3B – a travelling stitch crossing two knit stitches over one, moving texture diagonally across the fabric
• Ribbing – worked on the smaller 4 mm needles for welts, cuffs,