Women's Cardigan in Sirdar Click DK - 7048 - Downloadable PDF

Women's Cardigan in Sirdar Click DK – Pattern 7048

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Sirdar (pattern number 7048) provides full instructions for knitting a classic women's cardigan in Sirdar Click DK yarn. The design is inclusive and size-forward, covering an impressive range of bust sizes from 81/86 cm (32/34 in) through to 132/137 cm (52/54 in), making it a versatile choice for knitters of many shapes and sizes. The pattern is clearly labelled as including larger sizes, reflecting a welcome commitment to inclusive sizing.

What You Will Make

The finished garment is a women's cardigan with set-in or shaped sleeves, knitted flat in separate pieces and seamed. The cardigan features a neat button band and is designed with a comfortable, slightly relaxed fit. Actual finished measurements range from 90 cm (35½ in) to 141 cm (55½ in) across the bust, depending on the size chosen. Full lengths range from 55 cm (21¾ in) to 68 cm (26¾ in), and sleeve lengths are given as approximately 46–48 cm (18–19 in), noted as adjustable to suit individual preference. The design is practical and wearable, suited to everyday wear as a layering piece.

Yarn and Materials

The specified yarn is Sirdar Click DK in shade 202 (colour code F063), a DK (double knitting) weight yarn. The quantity required ranges from 6 to 11 balls of 50g depending on the size being knitted. Sirdar also notes that this pattern is suitable for a wide range of alternative DK yarns from their range, including Country Style DK, Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK, Montana DK, Crofter DK, Simply Recycled DK, Ella DK, Summer Stripes DK, Americana DK, and Calico DK, though yarn amounts may vary when substituting.

In addition to yarn, you will need:

• One pair of 4mm (UK8 / USA6) knitting needles – the primary needle size for the main body fabric
• One pair of 3¼mm (UK10 / USA3) knitting needles – used for ribbing and edging sections
• One 4mm (UK8 / USA6) 80cm circular needle – for picking up and working the button bands or neckband
• One 3¼mm (UK10 / USA3) 80cm circular needle – for finer edging work if required
• Stitch holders – to hold stitches while working other sections
• 4 or 5 buttons depending on size (4 buttons for the two smallest sizes, 5 buttons for sizes 3 through 6)

Tension

The stated tension for this pattern is 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles. As with all knitting patterns, achieving the correct tension swatch before beginning is strongly recommended to ensure the finished cardigan matches the stated measurements. If your tension differs, adjusting needle size accordingly will help achieve the best result.

Techniques Used

This cardigan is knitted using traditional flat knitting techniques, meaning the back, fronts, and sleeves are worked as separate flat pieces before being joined with seams. Key techniques involved include:

• Casting on and binding (casting) off – standard skills for beginning and finishing each piece
• Shaping – including increases and decreases to form armholes, sleeve caps, and necklines, giving the garment a tailored, fitted silhouette
• Picking up stitches – along the front edges and neckline using the circular needle to create a neat, continuous button band and neckband
• Working buttonholes – integrated into the button band for a tidy, professional finish
• Seaming – joining the finished pieces together using