Round Neck and V Neck Sweaters in Sirdar Supersoft Aran - 2477 - Downloadable PDF

Round Neck and V Neck Sweaters in Sirdar Supersoft Aran – Pattern 2477

Pattern 2477 from Sirdar is a knitting pattern for two classic boys' sweaters — a Round Neck Sweater and a V Neck Sweater — both worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran yarn. The pattern covers six sizes ranging from 2–3 years up to 12–13 years, making it a versatile choice for knitters looking to create a wardrobe staple that grows with a child. Both designs share the same construction approach and stitch repertoire, differing primarily in their neckline shaping, and both feature a beautifully textured combination of Irish moss stitch and a cable panel for visual interest.

What Is Being Made

Both garments are pullover sweaters designed for boys, featuring set-in or drop-shoulder style construction with a textured body and decorative cable detail. The sweaters are worked flat in separate pieces — back, front, and sleeves — and then seamed together. The Round Neck Sweater is finished with a classic crew neckline, while the V Neck Sweater features a more open V-shaped neckline, each requiring its own neckband finishing technique. Sleeve lengths are noted as adjustable, giving knitters flexibility to tailor the fit.

Size and Fit Information

• Ages covered: 2–3, 4–5, 6–7, 8–9, 10–11, and 12–13 years
• Chest sizes: 56 cm (22 in) to 81 cm (32 in) to fit
• Actual measurements: 62 cm (24½ in) to 86 cm (34 in) — a comfortable, relaxed fit with positive ease
• Full length: 38 cm (15 in) for the smallest size up to 58 cm (22¾ in) for the largest
• Sleeve length: 24 cm (9½ in) to 42 cm (16½ in), described as adjustable

Yarn and Materials

Both sweaters are knitted in Sirdar Supersoft Aran, a smooth, soft aran-weight yarn that is well suited to children's knitwear. The Round Neck Sweater is shown in shade 927 and the V Neck Sweater in shade 921, giving each design a distinct colourway while using the same yarn base.

Yarn Quantities Required

• Ages 2–3 and 4–5: 2 × 100g balls
• Ages 6–7, 8–9: 3 × 100g balls
• Ages 10–11 and 12–13: 4 × 100g balls
• Quantities apply to both the Round Neck and V Neck versions

Needles and Notions

• 5mm (UK6 / USA8) knitting needles — used for the main body and sleeves
• 4mm (UK8 / USA6) knitting needles — used for ribbed welts and neckbands
• Cable needle — required for working the cable panel
• Stitch holders — used to hold stitches during neckline shaping

Techniques Used

This pattern is rated as intermediate in difficulty, making it ideal for knitters who are comfortable with basic knitting and are ready to explore cable work and more structured shaping. The thumb method is specified for casting on, and the pattern involves working flat on straight needles with seaming at the end.

Key Techniques Include

• Cable knitting — using a cable needle to cross stitches and create a raised, rope-like panel running through the body of each sweater
• Irish moss