Jumpers in Sirdar Temptation - 8200 - Downloadable PDF

Jumpers in Sirdar Temptation 8200 – Knitting Pattern Summary

This Sirdar pattern 8200 is a downloadable PDF offering instructions for two classic knitted sweaters: a short-sleeved sweater and a long-sleeved sweater, both worked in Sirdar Temptation DK yarn. The pattern is rated intermediate in difficulty and is a versatile wardrobe staple, featuring a beautiful textured panel that adds visual interest without being overly complex. Notably, the pattern includes larger sizes, making it an inclusive choice for a wide range of body types.

Garment Designs

Short-Sleeved Sweater

The short-sleeved version is worked in Sirdar Temptation shade 808 and features neat short sleeves measuring just 15 cm (6 in) across all sizes, making it ideal for warmer weather or layering. The body length ranges from 55 cm to 68 cm depending on size, and the actual bust measurement spans from 112 cm (44 in) to 178 cm (70 in), covering six size brackets from 81/86 cm through to 132/137 cm.

• Yarn: Sirdar Temptation shade 808, 50g balls
• Yarn quantity: 5 to 9 balls depending on size
• Sleeve length: 15 cm (6 in) across all sizes

Long-Sleeved Sweater

The long-sleeved version is worked in Sirdar Temptation shade 807 and provides a more substantial, season-spanning garment. Sleeve lengths range from 40 cm to 42 cm (approximately 15¾ to 16½ in) depending on size. The body dimensions mirror those of the short-sleeved version, ensuring a consistent, comfortable fit across the same six size brackets.

• Yarn: Sirdar Temptation shade 807, 50g balls
• Yarn quantity: 6 to 11 balls depending on size
• Sleeve length: 40–42 cm (15¾–16½ in)

Construction and Structure

Both sweaters share the same back and front construction — the pattern notes that back and front are worked alike, simplifying the knitting process considerably. This straightforward construction approach is well suited to intermediate knitters who are comfortable following stitch pattern repeats but may not yet want to tackle complex shaping on multiple pieces. Stitches are cast on using the thumb method, a popular technique that creates a neat, elastic cast-on edge.

Stitches and Techniques

The sweaters combine two key fabric structures to create a visually appealing texture:

• Stocking stitch – the classic knit-on-right-side, purl-on-wrong-side fabric that forms the main body of the garment, providing a smooth, clean background
• Diamond eyelet pattern panel – a 16-stitch decorative panel worked in a lace-influenced rib structure, creating an elegant diamond motif with openwork eyelets running through it

The diamond eyelet panel is the defining feature of these sweaters. It uses a combination of lace and cable-style techniques to form a repeating diamond shape with open eyelets at its centre. This type of panel is worked over multiple rows, with each row building on the last to create the geometric effect. The panel measures 11 cm (4¼ in) wide across its 16 stitches.

Key stitches and techniques used throughout the pattern include:

• Knit (k) and purl (p) – the foundational stitches used throughout
• Yarn forward (yfwd) – used to create decorative eyelets within the lace panel
• Yarn over needle (yon) and yarn round needle (yrn) – additional methods of creating yarn-overs for lace effects
• K2tog (knit two together) – a right-leaning decrease used to shape the lace mot