Cardigan in Sirdar Harrap Tweed Chunky - 8015 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Harrap Tweed Chunky Cardigan – Knitting Pattern 8015

Pattern 8015 from Sirdar is a downloadable PDF knitting pattern for a classic, relaxed-fit cardigan worked in Harrap Tweed Chunky yarn. Labelled as an Easy Knit design, this is an ideal project for beginner and near-beginner knitters who want to build confidence while producing a stylish, wearable garment. The inclusion of larger sizes makes it a genuinely inclusive pattern, spanning a wide range of bust measurements.

Garment Overview

The pattern produces a button-front cardigan with set-in or drop-shoulder-style sleeves. The body features a lace pattern as the primary stitch texture, giving the finished piece a delicate, open quality that contrasts beautifully with the rustic, tweedy character of the yarn. Despite the lace element, the pattern is graded as easy, meaning the lace repeat is straightforward and well-suited to those new to working decorative stitch patterns.

Sizes Available

• To fit bust: 81/86, 91/97, 102/107, 112/117, 122/127, and 132/137 cm (32/34 to 52/54 in)
• Actual chest measurement: 98 cm to 150 cm (38½ to 59 in), offering positive ease across all sizes
• Full length: 60 cm to 73 cm (23¾ to 28¾ in), graded by size
• Sleeve length: 44 to 46 cm (17¼ to 18 in), noted as adjustable to suit individual arm length

Stitches and Techniques Used

The cardigan is constructed using a combination of foundational and decorative knitting techniques, making it a great learning project as well as a satisfying make for more experienced knitters seeking a relaxed, enjoyable knit.

• Lace pattern: The main body fabric is worked in a lace stitch repeat on the larger 6½mm needles. Lace knitting typically involves a combination of yarn-overs and decrease stitches (such as k2tog or ssk) arranged in a repeating sequence to create decorative eyelets and an open, airy fabric.
• Rib or border stitches: Cardigans of this style typically feature ribbed welts, cuffs, and button bands to provide structure and a neat finish, though the full stitch details are contained within the downloadable PDF.
• Tension swatch: The pattern specifies a tension of 13 stitches and 18 rows to 10 cm over the lace pattern on 6½mm needles, and knitters are instructed to check their tension carefully before beginning.
• Button band construction: The cardigan fastens with 5 buttons, requiring the knitter to work a button band and a corresponding buttonhole band as part of the finishing process.
• Sleeve shaping: Sleeves are worked separately and shaped to fit, with the length noted as adjustable for a personalised fit.

Materials Required

The pattern is written specifically for Sirdar Harrap Tweed Chunky yarn in shade 113. This is a chunky weight yarn sold in 100g balls, and the quantity required ranges from 5 balls (smallest size) to 8 balls (largest size). The pattern notes that Sirdar Aura Chunky and Sirdar Imagination Chunky are also suitable substitutes, though yarn amounts may vary when substituting.

• Yarn: Sirdar Harrap Tweed Chunky, shade 113 – 5 to 8 x 100g balls depending on size
• Needles: One pair of 5½mm needles (UK 5 / USA 9) and one pair of 6½mm needles (UK 3 / USA 10.5)
• Notions: 5 buttons