Branched Rib Polo Sweater in Sirdar Loveful 100% Bio Blend - 10911 - Downloadable PDF

Branched Rib Polo Sweater in Sirdar Loveful Bio Blend Double Knitting – Pattern 10911

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern (Design No. 10911) from Sirdar provides instructions for a Branched Rib Polo Sweater, a stylish and textured pullover suitable for an intermediate knitter. The pattern covers a wide range of sizes, fitting chest measurements from 71 cm to 137 cm (28 in to 54 in), making it a versatile choice for knitters looking to create a garment that fits a broad spectrum of body types.

About the Design

The Branched Rib Polo Sweater is a classic pullover silhouette elevated by its distinctive textured stitch pattern. The defining feature of this design is the branched rib — a structured, visually interesting ribbing variation that creates a raised, branching effect across the fabric. This technique adds depth and dimension to the sweater's surface, setting it apart from a standard rib or stocking stitch jumper.

The sweater also features a polo neck, making it a practical and stylish choice for cooler weather. The polo collar is a timeless design element that adds warmth around the neck while lending the finished garment a smart, contemporary look. Together, the branched rib body and polo neck create a sweater that is both functional and fashion-forward.

Techniques and Stitches Used

As an intermediate level pattern, the Branched Rib Polo Sweater is best suited to knitters who are comfortable with the fundamentals of knitting and are ready to develop their skills further. The pattern incorporates a range of techniques and stitches, including:

• Branched rib stitch – the signature textured pattern that gives the sweater its name, creating a raised, branching effect across the main body panels
• Rib stitch – used for borders, cuffs, and the polo neck collar to create neat, elastic edges that hold their shape
• Shaping techniques – including increases and decreases to shape the armholes, sleeves, and neckline, which are typical of intermediate-level garment construction
• Seaming – joining the front, back, and sleeve panels together to construct the finished sweater
• Polo neck construction – picking up stitches around the neckline and working in the round or flat to create the characteristic high, folded collar

The combination of a textured all-over stitch pattern with garment shaping makes this an excellent project for knitters looking to move beyond simpler patterns and build confidence in reading and following more detailed instructions. Sirdar triple-checks all of their patterns to guarantee success, so knitters can approach this design with confidence.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

The pattern is designed specifically for use with Sirdar Loveful Bio Blend Double Knitting yarn, shown in the sample garment in shade 109. This is a DK (double knitting) weight yarn, which is one of the most popular and widely used yarn weights in hand knitting. DK yarn strikes a balance between speed of knitting and stitch definition, making it ideal for showcasing the branched rib texture throughout this design.

Sirdar Loveful Bio Blend Double Knitting is a yarn with a strong sustainability story. Established in West Yorkshire in 1880, Sirdar is a British yarn business with a long heritage in hand knitting, and the Loveful range reflects their commitment to bringing affordable sustainability to hand knitters without compromising on quality or reliability.

• CiCLO® technology – Sirdar Loveful Bio Blend is made with award-winning CiCLO® technology, a genuine innovation in sustainable yarn production. The CiCLO® Recycled Polyester in the blend is engineered to behave like wool at the end of the garment's life, significantly reducing the impact of microplastic pollution.
• Made to last – the yarn is designed to be washed and worn just like any other Sirdar yarn for as long as the knitter loves the garment, and then to biodegrade more responsibly when its useful life is over.
• Affordable sustainability – the Loveful range makes eco-conscious knitting accessible without a premium price barrier.

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