Women's Cardigan in Sirdar Cotton 4 Ply - 7308 - Downloadable PDF

Women's Cardigan Knitting Pattern in Sirdar Cotton 4 Ply – Pattern 7308

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Sirdar provides full instructions for knitting a classic women's cardigan in Sirdar Cotton 4 Ply yarn. Designed to suit a wide range of sizes, this is a versatile and elegant project that is ideal for knitters looking to create a lightweight, breathable layering piece suitable for warmer seasons or transitional weather.

Garment Overview

The pattern produces a fitted women's cardigan with set-in sleeves, worked in a textured blossom pattern stitch. The finished garment has a neat, structured silhouette with button fastening at the front. The design is available in six dress sizes, making it accessible to a broad range of knitters and wearers.

• Dress Sizes: 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, and 20
• To Fit Bust: 81–107 cm (32–42 in)
• Actual Measurement: 85–111 cm (33½–43¾ in)
• Full Length (approximately): 53–61 cm (21–24 in)
• Sleeve Length (adjustable): 43–47 cm (17–18½ in)

Techniques Used

This is a knitting pattern worked flat on straight needles. Key techniques include:

• Blossom pattern stitch – the primary decorative stitch used across the main body and sleeves, creating a delicate textured fabric well-suited to the fine 4 ply weight yarn
• Cable needle work – a cable needle is listed as a required accessory, indicating the use of cable or twist techniques as part of the stitch pattern or finishing details
• Stitch holder usage – stitches are placed on holders at certain stages of construction, typical of shaping necklines and shoulder seams in classic cardigan construction
• Tension/gauge management – the pattern places strong emphasis on achieving correct tension, with instructions to adjust needle size accordingly
• Button band and front opening – the cardigan features a button fastening requiring 5 or 6 buttons depending on size, implying the knitting of button bands or button hole bands as part of the finishing

Stitches Used

• Blossom pattern – the signature stitch of this design, worked over the body and sleeves to create a light, decorative texture
• Standard knit and purl stitches form the foundation of the construction and ribbing sections
• Ribbing or moss stitch is typically used for welts, cuffs, and button bands in garments of this style, consistent with Sirdar's design approach

Materials Required

The pattern is designed specifically for Sirdar Cotton 4 Ply yarn, shade 525 (product code F035). This is a 4 ply weight yarn, producing a fine, lightweight fabric with excellent stitch definition — ideal for showcasing the blossom pattern detail. The pattern notes that Sirdar Country Style 4 Ply is also suitable as an alternative, though yarn amounts may vary.

• Yarn: Sirdar Cotton 4 Ply, shade 525 – 4 to 6 x 100g balls depending on size
• Needles: 1 pair of 3¼mm (UK10 / USA3) knitting needles (main fabric)
• Needles: 1 pair of 2¾mm (UK12 / USA2) knitting needles (welts, cuffs, and bands)
• Cable needle
• Stitch holders
• Buttons: 5 buttons for sizes 10–16; 6 buttons for sizes 18–20

Tension

The correct tension for this pattern is