Cropped Cardigans in Sirdar Soukie DK - 7211 - Downloadable PDF

Cropped Cardigans in Sirdar Soukie DK

What is Being Made

These are cropped cardigan patterns available in two sleeve length options: a three-quarter length sleeve version and a short sleeve version. The cardigans are designed to fit bust sizes from 81cm to 107cm (32 to 42 inches), with six size options ranging from dress size 10 through 20. The cropped length provides a modern, fitted silhouette with full length measurements ranging from 45cm to 53cm (17¾ to 21 inches) depending on size.

Techniques and Construction

These are classified as easy knit projects, making them suitable for knitters of various skill levels. The cardigans feature a button front closure with a single button detail. The construction involves knitting pieces that are then assembled, with particular attention to creating neat edges and proper shaping through the bust and waist areas to achieve the cropped silhouette.

Stitches and Pattern Details

While specific stitch patterns are not detailed in the provided information, the tension requirement of 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10cm indicates the use of standard knit and purl stitches worked at a consistent gauge. The pattern requires careful attention to tension to ensure proper fit across the six available sizes.

Materials and Yarn

These cardigans are designed for Sirdar Soukie DK yarn, a double knit weight yarn. For the three-quarter sleeved version in shade 174, you will need between 7 to 11 fifty-gram balls depending on size. For the short sleeved version in shade 179, you will need between 5 to 8 fifty-gram balls. The pattern notes that the yarn is also suitable for alternative DK weight yarns including Country Style DK, Click DK, Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK, Crofter DK, Calico DK, Ella DK, and Cotton DK.

Tools and Notions

You will need two pairs of knitting needles: one pair of 4mm needles (UK size 8, USA size 6) for the main fabric, and one pair of 3¼mm needles (UK size 10, USA size 3) for ribbing or edgings. Additionally, one button is required to complete the cardigan front closure.

Sizing Information

• Size 10: To fit 81cm bust, actual measurement 85cm, full length 45cm, three-quarter sleeve length 29cm
• Size 12: To fit 86cm bust, actual measurement 90cm, full length 47cm, three-quarter sleeve length 31cm
• Size 14: To fit 91cm bust, actual measurement 95cm, full length 48cm, three-quarter sleeve length 31cm
• Size 16: To fit 97cm bust, actual measurement 101cm, full length 49cm, three-quarter sleeve length 31cm
• Size 18: To fit 102cm bust, actual measurement 106cm, full length 51cm, three-quarter sleeve length 31cm
• Size 20: To fit 107cm bust, actual measurement 111cm, full length 53cm, three-quarter sleeve length 32cm

All short sleeve versions measure 4cm (1½ inches) in sleeve length across all sizes.