Cable Jumper in Sirdar Country Classic Worsted - 10159 - Downloadable PDF

Cable Jumper in Sirdar Country Classic Worsted – Design No. 10159

This intermediate-level knitting pattern from Sirdar produces a beautifully textured cable jumper worked in Sirdar Country Classic Worsted yarn. The design, numbered 10159, is available as a downloadable PDF and covers a generous range of sizes from 81–137 cm (32–54 inches) chest circumference, making it a versatile project suitable for a wide variety of body types. The finished sweater combines three distinct stitch textures across the body, creating a rich, tactile fabric that showcases the excellent stitch definition characteristic of the recommended yarn.

What Is Being Made

The pattern produces a classic pullover-style jumper — a garment knitted in separate pieces that are seamed together. Based on the piece measurements provided, the jumper features a substantial body length, a defined sleeve, and a neat neckline. The finished dimensions vary by size, with the body length (measurement B) ranging from 54–80 cm (21¼–31½ inches), sleeve length (measurement I) sitting at approximately 49–51 cm (19¼–20 inches), and the chest width (measurement A) spanning 42.5–68 cm (16¾–26¾ inches) per half-piece. The yoke depth (measurement D) ranges from 21–28 cm (8¼–11 inches), and the sleeve width at the upper arm (measurement H) measures 30–42 cm (11¾–16½ inches). These proportions point to a relaxed, cosy fit ideal for everyday wear through cooler seasons.

Techniques Used

• Cable knitting: The centrepiece of this design is a cable panel, a classic technique in which stitches are crossed over one another using a cable needle to create rope-like or lattice-style twisted columns. Cables add both visual interest and a satisfying three-dimensional quality to the fabric, and they are a hallmark of traditional British knitwear.
• Trinity stitch: Also known as bramble or blackberry stitch, trinity stitch is a textured pattern worked by making three stitches from one and then knitting three together. It produces a dense, bobble-like fabric with a richly patterned surface, and it is worked over a four-row repeat. Its inclusion alongside cables gives the jumper a layered, artisan quality.
• Stocking stitch: The smooth, classic knit-one-row, purl-one-row fabric that forms the foundation of many knitted garments. Here it provides visual contrast and structural balance between the more complex cable and trinity stitch panels.
• Seamed construction: The jumper is worked in separate flat pieces — front, back, and sleeves — which are then joined using seaming techniques, a traditional approach that gives the finished garment excellent structure and shape retention.
• Ribbing or edging: As is standard for this style of jumper, welts, cuffs, and neckband are typically worked in a ribbed stitch to provide elasticity and a neat finish, ensuring the garment holds its shape at the hems.

Stitches Used

• Cable panel stitches – worked over a defined stitch count with cable crossings at regular intervals
• Trinity stitch (bramble/blackberry stitch) – a four-row textured repeat combining increases and decreases
• Stocking stitch – alternating knit and purl rows for a smooth, flat fabric
• Rib stitch – typically knit-two, purl-two or knit-one, purl-one for edgings and cuffs

Tension and Gauge

The pattern specifies three separate tension swatches, reflecting the different stitch panels used across the garment. Over 10 cm (4 inches), the cable panel requires 46 stitches and 24 rows, stocking stitch requires 20 stitches and 24 rows, and trinity stitch requires 26 stitches and 24 rows — all measured on 4.5 mm needles (UK 7 / USA 7). Knitters are strongly encouraged to work all three tension swatches before beginning, as the stitch counts differ significantly between panels and accurate tension is essential for achieving the