Jumper and Cardigan in Stylecraft Dreamcatcher - 9730 - Downloadable PDF

Stylecraft Dreamcatcher DK Jumper and Cardigan – Pattern 9730

Pattern 9730 from Stylecraft is a downloadable PDF knitting pattern featuring two classic knitwear designs: a pullover jumper and a cardigan, both worked in Stylecraft Dreamcatcher DK yarn. The pattern is rated intermediate in difficulty and offers an impressive size range, fitting bust measurements from 81–86 cm (32–34 in) up to 122–127 cm (48–50 in), making it an inclusive pattern that caters to a wide range of body types. Both garments share the same yarn and basic construction approach, giving knitters the option to make one or both pieces as a coordinating set.

About Stylecraft Dreamcatcher DK

Stylecraft Dreamcatcher DK is a distinctive yarn with a unique self-patterning colour sequence built into every ball. The pattern notes specifically advise knitters to work the yarn as it comes from the ball — without attempting to match up the colour repeats between sections — so that each finished garment develops its own original, one-of-a-kind colour arrangement. This is one of the most appealing characteristics of Dreamcatcher: no two knitted pieces will look exactly alike. The pattern does acknowledge that if a knitter prefers a more deliberate matched-up effect, that choice is available, but the default approach celebrates the yarn's natural variegated beauty.

As a DK (double knitting) weight yarn, Dreamcatcher strikes a balance between speed of knitting and stitch definition, making it well suited to textured stitch patterns that benefit from a slightly lighter weight than aran or chunky yarns.

Materials and Needles

Both designs in this pattern are worked using 4 mm knitting needles. The yarn required is Stylecraft Dreamcatcher DK, and quantities will vary depending on the size chosen. No additional hooks or specialist tools are required for these straightforward knitted constructions.

Sizing and Measurements

The pattern covers five sizes across both garments:

• To fit bust: 81–86 cm / 32–34 in, 91–97 cm / 36–38 in, 102–107 cm / 40–42 in, 112–117 cm / 44–46 in, 122–127 cm / 48–50 in
• Actual chest measurement (with ease): 98 cm / 38½ in up to 139 cm / 54¾ in
• Jumper full length: 58 cm / 22¾ in up to 69 cm / 27¼ in
• Cardigan full length: 60 cm / 23½ in up to 71 cm / 28 in
• Sleeve length: 45 cm / 17¾ in up to 47 cm / 18½ in

The generous positive ease built into the actual measurements gives both garments a relaxed, comfortable fit that works well across a variety of body shapes.

Design 1: The Jumper

The pullover jumper is a classic, straightforward knit with a clean silhouette. It is worked in separate pieces — back, front, and sleeves — which are then seamed together in the traditional flat-knitting construction method familiar to intermediate knitters.

Construction and Techniques

The jumper back begins with a cast-on of 131 stitches for the smallest size, rising to 187 stitches for the largest, worked on 4 mm needles. The lower edge is finished with a seeded rib — a classic textural edging that sits flat and adds visual interest without rolling. Seeded rib is a simple two-row repeat that alternates knit and purl stitches in a specific offset arrangement, creating a neat, slightly raised texture that differs from standard 1×1 or 2×2 rib.

Stitches Used – Jumper

• Seeded rib: A two-row repeat forming the lower welts and cuffs. Row 1 is worked as a kn