Bobble Long Cardigan in Sirdar Country Classic Worsted - 10167 - Downloadable PDF

Bobble Long Cardigan in Sirdar Country Classic Worsted – Design No. 10167

This pattern from Sirdar produces a beautifully textured long cardigan worked in Sirdar Country Classic Worsted yarn. Rated Advanced in difficulty, the design showcases a striking combination of bobble and candelabra stitch patterning that creates rich, dimensional surface texture across the garment. It is a rewarding project for experienced knitters looking to expand their repertoire of decorative stitch techniques in a classic, wearable silhouette.

What Is Being Made

The finished garment is a long-line cardigan with set-in or structured sleeves, designed to be a cosy yet stylish layering piece. The cardigan is worked in pieces — back, fronts, and sleeves — and seamed together. It is available in three size ranges to fit chest measurements of 81/86 cm (32/34 in), 97/107 cm (38/42 in), and 122/132 cm (48/52 in), with finished widths of 124 cm, 142 cm, and 160 cm respectively. Full lengths range from approximately 78 cm to 86 cm (30¾ in to 34 in), and sleeve lengths run from 46 cm to 48 cm (18 in to 19 in) depending on size. The sample shown in the pattern photography is knitted in shade 668 French Navy.

Techniques Used

• Bobble stitch construction – Bobbles are a classic advanced knitting technique in which multiple stitches are worked into a single stitch and then decreased back down, creating a raised, rounded knot on the fabric surface. They require careful tension management to sit neatly against the background fabric.
• Candelabra pattern – This decorative stitch pattern is referenced directly in the tension note and forms a key part of the overall textured design. Candelabra patterns typically involve a combination of yarn-overs, decreases, and structured repeats that create a branching, architectural motif reminiscent of a candelabra's arms.
• Tension-critical knitting – The pattern specifies a precise tension of 22 stitches and 33 rows to 10 cm / 4 inches measured over the Candelabra and Bobble Pattern on 4½ mm needles. Achieving this tension is essential, particularly given the textured nature of the stitch pattern, which can draw in fabric differently from stocking stitch.
• Ribbing and edging – Smaller 4 mm needles are used alongside the main needle size, which is typical for working neat, firm ribbed edgings at cuffs, front bands, and the lower hem.
• Seaming and finishing – As a multi-piece construction, the cardigan requires confident seaming skills to join the body and sleeve pieces cleanly while maintaining the integrity of the textured stitch pattern at the seams.

Stitches Used

• Bobble stitch – The signature decorative element of this design, giving the cardigan its name and its bold, tactile quality.
• Candelabra stitch pattern – A structured lace-adjacent or cable-adjacent decorative repeat that works in combination with the bobbles to create the overall surface design.
• Knit and purl combinations – The foundation of the textured pattern repeats, used to build up the candelabra motif and to frame the bobbles within the fabric.
• Rib stitch – Used on the smaller 4 mm needles for neat, elastic edgings at the cuffs and borders.

Materials Required

The pattern calls for Sirdar Country Classic Worsted (shade 668 French Navy as shown), a pure merino wool blend yarn in a true worsted weight, sold in 100 g balls. The quantity required is 12 balls for size S-M, 14 balls for size L-XL, and 16 balls for size XXL-XXXL. Ball quantities are based on achieving the stated tension with the recommended Sirdar yarn. Alternative shades available in Sirdar Country Classic Worsted