V Neck and Shawl Collared Cardigans in Sirdar Supersoft Aran - 2427 - Downloadable PDF

V Neck and Shawl Collared Cardigans in Sirdar Supersoft Aran – Pattern 2427

This Sirdar knitting pattern (pattern number 2427) provides instructions for two classic children's cardigans: a V Neck Cardigan and a Shawl Collared Cardigan. Both designs are worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran yarn and are sized to fit children aged 2 to 13 years, covering chest sizes from 56 cm (22 in) up to 81 cm (32 in). The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF, making it instantly accessible for knitters of all levels who enjoy creating handmade children's knitwear.

About the Two Designs

V Neck Cardigan

The first design is a neat, timeless V neck cardigan — a wardrobe staple for children that works equally well for everyday wear or smarter occasions. The V neckline is a classic shaping technique in knitting, achieved by working symmetrical decreases on either side of the front opening as the knitter works upward from the body. The result is a clean, tailored neckline that sits comfortably and flatters a wide range of body shapes.

This version of the cardigan is worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran shade 914, and the yarn quantities required are as follows:

• Age 2–3: 2 x 100g balls
• Age 4–5: 2 x 100g balls
• Age 6–7: 3 x 100g balls
• Age 8–9: 3 x 100g balls
• Age 10–11: 3 x 100g balls
• Age 12–13: 4 x 100g balls

Shawl Collared Cardigan

The second design features a shawl collar, which adds a cosy, relaxed feel to the garment. A shawl collar is a continuous folded collar that wraps around the neckline and lapels in one smooth curve, giving the finished cardigan a warm and stylish appearance particularly suited to cooler weather. This collar style requires careful picking up of stitches around the neckline and precise shaping to achieve the characteristic drape and fold.

This version is worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran shade 916, with the following yarn requirements:

• Age 2–3: 2 x 100g balls
• Age 4–5: 3 x 100g balls
• Age 6–7: 3 x 100g balls
• Age 8–9: 4 x 100g balls
• Age 10–11: 4 x 100g balls
• Age 12–13: 4 x 100g balls

Sizing and Measurements

Both cardigans are sized across six age ranges, with the following key measurements:

• Actual chest measurement: 60 cm (23¾ in) to 86 cm (34 in), giving a comfortable amount of ease over the stated chest sizes
• Full length: 38 cm (15 in) for the smallest size, rising to 58 cm (22¾ in) for the largest
• Sleeve length: 24 cm (9½ in) to 42 cm (16½ in), and importantly the pattern notes that sleeve length is adjustable, allowing knitters to customise the fit

Techniques Used

Both cardigans make use of a combination of knitting techniques that give the garments their distinctive textured appearance and structured finish. The use of cable knitting is central to both designs, with several specific cable methods defined in the pattern:

• C4B – a four-stitch back cable, crossing two stitches to the back using a cable needle, then knitting two stitches from the cable needle; creates a right-leaning cable twist