Sweaters & Cardigan in Sirdar Cotton Rich Aran - 7270 - Downloadable PDF

Sweaters & Cardigan in Sirdar Cotton Rich Aran - Pattern 7270

What Is Being Made

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Sirdar includes instructions for three distinct garments: a V Neck Sweater, a Wrap Neck Sweater, and a Cardigan. All three designs are worked in Sirdar Cotton Rich Aran yarn and are available in six size options ranging from 61/66cm (24/26 inches) chest to 112/117cm (44/46 inches) chest, making these versatile projects suitable for a wide range of body measurements.

Garment Details and Sizing

Each of the three garments features the following size range with corresponding actual chest measurements and full length measurements:

• Size 1: To fit 61/66cm (24/26in) chest; actual measurement 70cm (27½in); full length 48cm (19in)
• Size 2: To fit 71/76cm (28/30in) chest; actual measurement 84cm (33in); full length 56cm (22in)
• Size 3: To fit 81/86cm (32/34in) chest; actual measurement 93cm (36¾in); full length 60cm (23¾in)
• Size 4: To fit 91/97cm (36/38in) chest; actual measurement 106cm (41¾in); full length 68cm (26¾in)
• Size 5: To fit 102/107cm (40/42in) chest; actual measurement 111cm (43¾in); full length 72cm (28¼in)
• Size 6: To fit 112/117cm (44/46in) chest; actual measurement 121cm (47¾in); full length 74cm (29¼in)

Sleeve length is adjustable and ranges from 33cm to 49cm (13 inches to 19¼ inches) depending on size, allowing customization for individual proportions.

V Neck Sweater

The V Neck Sweater is a classic pullover design worked in Sirdar Cotton Rich Aran shade 007. This style requires 4 to 9 100g balls of yarn depending on the size selected, with smaller sizes requiring 4 balls and larger sizes requiring up to 9 balls.

Wrap Neck Sweater

The Wrap Neck Sweater offers an alternative neckline treatment, worked in Sirdar Cotton Rich Aran shade 002. This design requires slightly more yarn than the V Neck version, ranging from 4 to 10 100g balls across the size range.

Cardigan

The Cardigan version, worked in Sirdar Cotton Rich Aran shade 008, provides a button-front alternative to the pullover sweaters. Yarn requirements range from 4 to 10 100g balls depending on size.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

These patterns are designed for knitters working with Aran weight yarn, which is a medium-heavy yarn weight suitable for creating structured, durable garments. The patterns utilize standard knitting techniques appropriate for sweater construction, including shaping for armholes, necklines, and sleeves. The use of both flat needles and circular needles indicates that the patterns employ common sweater construction methods, with circular needles used for working certain sections in the round.

Materials and Needles

The patterns require the following knitting needles and materials:

• Yarn: Sirdar Cotton Rich Aran (F101) in shades 007 (V Neck Sweater), 002 (Wrap Neck Sweater), or 008 (Cardigan)
• Needle Size 1: 5mm (UK size 6 / USA size 8) straight needles, one pair
• Needle Size 2: 4mm (UK size 8 / USA size 6) straight needles, one pair
• Circular Needle: 4mm (UK size 8 / USA size 6) circular needle, 80cm length

The patterns note that these designs are also suitable for alternative Sirdar yarns including Giselle Aran and Wool Rich Aran, though yarn amounts may vary when substituting different yarn brands or types. Knitters should verify tension and yardage requirements when using alternative yarns to