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Sirdar Haworth Tweed DK Intarsia Sweater – Pattern 10301

This intermediate-level knitting pattern from Sirdar (Design No. 10301) produces a classic pullover sweater worked in a striking two-colour intarsia technique. The design is rooted in the textile heritage of West Yorkshire and celebrates the rustic, countryside character of Sirdar Haworth Tweed Double Knitting yarn. Available in six sizes ranging from 81–137 cm (32–54 inch) chest measurements, this sweater is a versatile wardrobe staple suitable for a wide range of knitters who are comfortable with colourwork construction.

What Is Being Made

The finished garment is a pullover sweater with set-in or drop-shoulder sleeves, worked in two contrasting shades of Sirdar Haworth Tweed DK. The sweater features a warm, tweed-like fabric that evokes the rugged landscape of the Yorkshire Dales, making it ideal for outdoor wear. The finished width ranges from 107 cm (42 inches) at size Small up to 158 cm (62¼ inches) at size XXXL, with a full length of 55–65.5 cm (21¾–25¾ inches) depending on size. The sleeve length is a consistent 47 cm (18½ inches) across all sizes.

Sizes Available

• S – 81/86 cm (32/34 inch) chest
• M – 91/97 cm (36/38 inch) chest
• L – 102/107 cm (40/42 inch) chest
• XL – 112/117 cm (44/46 inch) chest
• XXL – 122/127 cm (48/50 inch) chest
• XXXL – 132/137 cm (52/54 inch) chest

Techniques Used

The defining technique in this pattern is intarsia colourwork, which is a method of knitting separate blocks of colour using individual yarn supplies or bobbins for each colour section. Unlike stranded colourwork (such as Fair Isle), intarsia does not carry yarn across the back of the work; instead, yarns are twisted at colour joins to prevent holes, resulting in a single-thickness fabric with clean, distinct colour blocks on the right side. This makes the technique particularly well-suited to bold, graphic colour contrasts — exactly the kind of rich, earthy tonal pairing seen in this design.

Intarsia is considered an intermediate skill, as it requires the knitter to manage multiple yarn supplies simultaneously, twist yarns correctly at joins, and follow a colour chart or written instructions carefully. Knitters who are confident with basic knit and purl construction and have some experience reading patterns will find this an achievable and rewarding next step.

Stitches Used

• Knit stitch – the foundation of the stocking stitch fabric used throughout the main body and sleeves
• Purl stitch – used on wrong-side rows to create smooth stocking stitch fabric
• Rib stitch – typically used at cuffs, hem, and neckband for elasticity and a neat, fitted finish (standard in DK-weight sweater construction)
• Intarsia colour joins – the technique of twisting yarns at colour-change points to link separate colour sections without gaps

Yarn and Materials

The pattern calls for Sirdar Haworth Tweed Double Knitting (product code F007), a 50g ball weight yarn celebrated for its richly nepped, tweed-like texture inspired by the Yorkshire countryside. Two shades are specified:

• Yarn A – shade 910 Harewood Chestnut: the main colour, requiring 6 to 11 balls depending on size
• Yarn B – shade 907 Rydale Russet: the contrast colour, requiring 3 to 5 balls depending on size