Cardigan in Sirdar Wash`N’ Wear Double Crepe Dk - 7224 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Wash 'N' Wear Double Crepe DK Cardigan – Pattern 7224

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Sirdar provides full instructions for a classic, everyday cardigan worked in Sirdar Wash 'N' Wear Double Crepe DK yarn. The design is practical and versatile, offering a comfortable, relaxed fit across a wide range of sizes — from a 32/34 inch bust right through to a generous 52/54 inch bust — making it an inclusive choice for knitters of many shapes and sizes. The finished garment features set-in or structured sleeves, a neat button band, and a clean silhouette that suits both casual and smart occasions.

Sizes and Finished Measurements

The pattern covers six sizes based on the following bust measurements:

• 81/86 cm (32/34 in) — actual measurement 90 cm (35½ in)
• 91/97 cm (36/38 in) — actual measurement 101 cm (39¾ in)
• 102/107 cm (40/42 in) — actual measurement 110 cm (43¼ in)
• 112/117 cm (44/46 in) — actual measurement 121 cm (47¾ in)
• 122/127 cm (48/50 in) — actual measurement 130 cm (51¼ in)
• 132/137 cm (52/54 in) — actual measurement 141 cm (55½ in)

Full length ranges from 50 cm (19¾ in) for the smallest size up to 63 cm (24¾ in) for the largest, while sleeve length is approximately 46–48 cm (18–19 in) across all sizes. The pattern includes positive ease, giving a relaxed and comfortable fit over the stated bust measurements.

What Is Being Made

The finished project is a women's knitted cardigan — a front-opening, buttoned garment with long sleeves. It is constructed in separate pieces: a back, a left front, a right front, and two sleeves, which are then seamed together. Button bands are worked as part of the finishing process, and the pattern specifies the use of stitch holders to hold stitches in reserve during shaping. The cardigan is designed to be a wardrobe staple — easy to layer over tops and suitable for year-round wear thanks to the easy-care properties of the yarn.

Techniques Used

• Thumb method cast-on — used throughout to begin each piece, this technique creates a neat, slightly elastic edge well suited to garment knitting
• Stocking stitch (st-st) — the main fabric of the cardigan is worked entirely in stocking stitch, knitting on right-side rows and purling on wrong-side rows, producing a smooth, classic finish
• Ribbing / textured edging — the lower edges and cuffs are worked on smaller needles using a combination of knit, purl, and yarn-forward movements to create a decorative yet functional border stitch
• Shaping — the pattern includes increasing and decreasing techniques to shape the armholes, sleeve head, and neckline, giving the cardigan a properly tailored fit
• Stitch holder usage — stitches are placed on holders during neckline and shoulder shaping, a standard technique in garment construction that allows knitters to return to live stitches for finishing
• Buttonhole working — the pattern incorporates yarn-forward (yfwd), yarn round needle (yrn), and yarn over needle (yon) techniques to create neat buttonholes within the button band
• Seaming and finishing — the completed pieces are joined using standard knitting seaming methods to assemble the final garment

Stitches Used

• Stocking stitch — knit on right side, purl on wrong side; forms the main body, fronts, and sleeves
• Knit (k) and purl (p