Sweater in Hayfield Bonus Chunky Tweed - 10341 - Downloadable PDF

Sweater in Hayfield Bonus Chunky Tweed

What is Being Made

This is a classic knitted sweater designed by Sirdar using Hayfield Bonus Chunky Tweed yarn. The pattern offers six size options ranging from small (81/86 cm chest) to triple extra large (132/137 cm chest), making it suitable for a wide range of body measurements. The sweater features a full-length construction with set-in sleeves and is available as a downloadable PDF pattern.

Garment Measurements and Sizing

The sweater is available in the following sizes:

• Size S: 81/86 cm (32/34") chest, 110 cm (43¼") width, 59 cm (23¼") full length
• Size M: 91/97 cm (36/38") chest, 121 cm (47¾") width, 61 cm (24") full length
• Size L: 102/107 cm (40/42") chest, 131 cm (51½") width, 63 cm (24¾") full length
• Size XL: 112/117 cm (44/46") chest, 141 cm (55½") width, 65 cm (25½") full length
• Size XXL: 122/127 cm (48/50") chest, 151 cm (59½") width, 67 cm (26½") full length
• Size XXXL: 132/137 cm (52/54") chest, 161 cm (63¼") width, 69 cm (27¼") full length

All sizes feature consistent sleeve length of 45 cm (17¾"), ensuring proportional fit across the size range.

Yarn Requirements

This pattern uses Hayfield Bonus Chunky Tweed, a chunky-weight yarn supplied in 100g balls. The design incorporates two coordinating shades to create visual interest and texture:

• Yarn A (Shade 109 Sage): 4 to 5 balls depending on size
• Yarn B (Shade 105 Rose): 3 to 5 balls depending on size

The tweed characteristics of this yarn add natural color variation and texture to the finished sweater, creating a sophisticated, multi-tonal appearance.

Needles and Notions

The pattern requires two pairs of knitting needles in different sizes to achieve proper tension and construction:

• 6½mm (UK3 – USA10.5) Knitting Needles: Used for main garment construction
• 5½mm (UK5 – USA9) Knitting Needles: Used for ribbed edgings and cuffs

Additional notions required include a stitch holder for managing stitches during construction and a cable needle for any cable or textured stitch work.

Tension and Gauge

Achieving the correct tension is essential for proper fit. The pattern specifies the following gauge when working with the 6½mm needles:

• 14 stitches and 19 rows over 10 cm (4") in the main stitch pattern

This gauge information ensures that finished measurements will match the pattern specifications when using Hayfield Bonus Chunky Tweed yarn at the recommended tension.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

This intermediate-level sweater employs fundamental knitting techniques suitable for crafters with some experience. The construction typically involves:

• Ribbed Edgings: The use of smaller 5½mm needles for cuffs and waistbands creates elastic ribbed sections that provide shape retention and comfort at garment edges
• Main Fabric Construction: Worked on larger 6½mm needles to create the body and sleeves with appropriate drape and structure
• Set-in Sleeves: The pattern includes shaping for armholes and sleeve caps, requiring increases and decreases to achieve proper fit
• Stitch Holder Techniques: Used for temporarily holding stitches during neckline and shoulder construction

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