Sweater in Sirdar Saltaire - 10175 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Saltaire Aran Sweater – Knitting Pattern 10175 (Free Downloadable PDF)

This knitting pattern from Sirdar produces a classic, beautifully wearable aran-weight sweater designed for women. Published as Design No. 10175, this is a free downloadable PDF pattern that has been triple-checked by Sirdar's team to guarantee success when knitted with the recommended Sirdar yarn. The sweater is knitted in Sirdar Saltaire Aran, a luxuriously soft yarn blended with gentle alpaca fibres that lends the finished garment an elegant drape and a sophisticated, grown-up feel.

About the Design

The sweater follows a simple, fluid, and feminine silhouette with subtle stitch details that allow the yarn's natural drape and softness to take centre stage. The design is described as a classic you'll want to wear forever — flattering, understated, and versatile. The pattern shown uses shade 302 Salmon, though the collection is also available in complementary shades including 308 Otter, 304 Stag, and 303 Haress, giving knitters a palette of sophisticated neutrals to choose from.

Sizing and Measurements

The pattern is graded across six sizes, making it accessible to a wide range of knitters:

• S – 81/86 cm (32/34 in) chest, finished width 100 cm (39½ in)
• M – 91/97 cm (36/38 in) chest, finished width 111 cm (43¾ in)
• L – 102/107 cm (40/42 in) chest, finished width 122 cm (48 in)
• XL – 112/117 cm (44/46 in) chest, finished width 131 cm (51½ in)
• XXL – 122/127 cm (48/50 in) chest, finished width 142 cm (56 in)
• XXXL – 132/137 cm (52/54 in) chest, finished width 151 cm (59½ in)

Full lengths range from 58 cm (22¾ in) for size S up to 68 cm (26¾ in) for size XXXL. Sleeve lengths are consistent across most sizes at approximately 46–48 cm (18–19 in).

Yarn and Materials

The pattern calls for Sirdar Saltaire Aran (yarn code F088), a 50g ball with a blend that includes alpaca for exceptional softness and drape. The recommended shade for the featured design is 302 Salmon. The number of balls required varies by size:

• S: 7 balls
• M: 8 balls
• L: 9 balls
• XL: 9 balls
• XXL: 10 balls
• XXXL: 11 balls

In addition to yarn, you will need:

• 1 pair of 5mm knitting needles (UK 6 / USA 8) – used for the main body of the sweater
• 1 pair of 4mm knitting needles (UK 8 / USA 6) – typically used for ribbed edgings and cuffs

Techniques and Stitches

Rated as intermediate in difficulty, this pattern is well suited to knitters who are comfortable with basic shaping and have moved beyond beginner-level projects. The use of two needle sizes is a hallmark of classic sweater construction, with the smaller needles creating neat, firm ribbing at the cuffs, hem, and neckline, while the larger needles produce the relaxed, drapey fabric of the main body and sleeves.

Typical techniques used in an aran-weight sweater of this style include:

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