Cardigan in Sirdar Loveful Recycled Tweed - 10782 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Loveful Recycled Tweed Cardigan – Knitting Pattern 10782

Pattern 10782 from Sirdar is a downloadable PDF knitting pattern for a classic, fully buttoned cardigan, worked in Sirdar Loveful 100% Recycled Tweed Blend Double Knitting yarn. Designed with a timeless silhouette and a sustainable conscience, this intermediate-level pattern is suitable for knitters who are comfortable with shaping, seaming, and working multiple pattern pieces. The finished cardigan features set-in or tailored sleeves and a button band, making it a versatile wardrobe staple that is as practical as it is stylish.

What Is Being Made

The pattern produces a long-sleeved cardigan with button fastening, worked across seven sizes to fit chest measurements ranging from 71/76 cm (28/30 in) up to 132/137 cm (52/54 in). The finished garment widths span from 88 cm (34¾ in) at the smallest size to 150 cm (59 in) at the largest, giving a comfortable, relaxed fit across all sizes. Full lengths range from 54 cm to 66 cm depending on size, and sleeve lengths run from 43 cm to 48 cm, making this a true full-coverage, wearable cardigan for adults.

• Sizes available: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL
• Chest to fit: 71/76 cm – 132/137 cm (28/30 in – 52/54 in)
• Finished width: 88 cm – 150 cm
• Full length: 54 cm – 66 cm
• Sleeve length: 43 cm – 48 cm

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated Intermediate, meaning it is best suited to knitters who have moved beyond the basics and are confident working from a multi-size pattern. Familiarity with shaping techniques such as increasing and decreasing, working button bands, and finishing seams neatly will be beneficial. Sirdar notes that all their patterns are triple-checked to guarantee success when worked with the specified Sirdar yarn.

Techniques Used

As an intermediate cardigan knitting pattern, a range of standard and slightly more advanced hand knitting techniques are employed throughout:

• Flat knitting – the cardigan pieces (back, fronts, sleeves, and button bands) are worked flat on straight or circular needles and seamed together
• Shaping – increases and decreases are used to shape the armholes, sleeve caps, and neckline
• Ribbing – typically used at the cuffs, hem, and button bands to create neat, stretchy edges
• Button band construction – a picked-up or separately knitted band is worked along the front opening to accommodate buttons and buttonholes
• Seaming – mattress stitch or similar seaming techniques are used to join the finished pieces professionally
• Buttonhole working – neat buttonholes are formed within the button band to match the number of buttons required per size

Stitches Used

The pattern makes use of classic knitting stitches that are well within reach of an intermediate knitter:

• Knit and purl stitches – the foundation of all flat knitting, used throughout the main body and sleeves
• Rib stitch – alternating knit and purl columns, commonly used for the welts, cuffs, and neckband to provide elasticity and a polished finish
• Stocking stitch (stockinette) – smooth knit-side fabric likely used across the main body sections, giving a clean canvas that allows the tweed texture of the yarn to shine

Materials – Yarn

The specified yarn is Sirdar Loveful 100% Recycled Tweed Blend Double Knitting, shown in shade 208. This yarn is a