Sweater & Cardigan in King Cole Big Value Super Chunky Tints - 5028 - Downloadable PDF

Sweater & Cardigan in King Cole Big Value Super Chunky Tints – Pattern 5028

This King Cole pattern 5028 is a downloadable PDF knitting pattern offering two classic designs in one: a pullover sweater and a cardigan, both knitted in King Cole Big Value Super Chunky Tints yarn. The patterns are graded as beginner-friendly, making them an excellent choice for newer knitters looking to build confidence with a chunky-weight project, as well as for experienced knitters who want a quick and satisfying make. The generous sizing range of 71–117 cm (28–46 in) means both designs can be knitted to fit a wide range of body sizes.

Purchasing this pattern also contributes to a good cause — King Cole donates to the Pink Ribbon Foundation with every pattern sold.

What Is Being Made

• Pullover Sweater: A classic knitted jumper worked in super chunky yarn, designed for warmth and ease of wear. The sweater silhouette is a timeless wardrobe staple that works across seasons when layered.
• Cardigan: An open-front knitted cardigan in the same yarn and tension, offering a versatile layering piece. Cardigans knitted at super chunky tension work up quickly and create a cosy, substantial fabric.

Yarn and Materials

Both designs are worked in King Cole Big Value Super Chunky Tints, a super chunky weight yarn. This yarn is part of King Cole's popular Big Value range, known for its affordability and wide colour palette. The Tints variant offers softly tonal or heathered colourways that add visual interest to simple stitch patterns without requiring complex colourwork techniques. The recommended knitting needles are 10mm, though knitters are advised to adjust needle size as necessary to achieve the correct tension.

Tension

The stated tension for both garments is 10 stitches and 14 rows to 10 cm (4 in) measured over stocking stitch and pattern using 10mm knitting needles. Achieving the correct tension is essential to ensure the finished garment matches the intended measurements. Knitters who find fewer stitches than stated should switch to a finer needle; those with more stitches should move to a larger needle.

Stitches and Techniques Used

• Stocking Stitch (St-St): The primary fabric stitch used throughout both garments. Stocking stitch is formed by alternating knit rows on the right side with purl rows on the wrong side, creating a smooth, flat fabric on the right side and a textured reverse. It is one of the most fundamental knitting stitches and is ideal for beginner knitters.
• Garter Stitch (G-St): Used as a contrast or edging technique. Garter stitch is produced by knitting every row, resulting in a ridged, reversible fabric that lies flat without curling — making it particularly useful for borders, cuffs, and hems.
• Increasing and Decreasing: Standard shaping techniques referenced in the pattern abbreviations, used to shape the body, sleeves, and neckline of both garments.
• Right Side and Wrong Side Working: The pattern distinguishes between right side (rs) and wrong side (ws) rows, a key concept for beginner knitters learning to track their work.

Key Abbreviations and Pattern Language

The pattern uses standard UK knitting abbreviations, including K (knit), P (purl), alt (alternate), beg (beginning), cont (continue), dec (decrease), inc (increase), foll (following), rem (remaining), rep (repeat), patt (pattern), rs (right side), and ws (wrong side). Familiarity with these abbreviations is helpful, though beginners will find them straightforward to follow within the context of the pattern instructions.

Why Choose This Pattern

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