Sweaters in Sirdar Caboodle - 7843- Downloadable PDF

Sweaters in Sirdar Caboodle 7843 – Easy Knit Pattern for Beginners (Downloadable PDF)

This downloadable PDF pattern from Sirdar, reference 7843, presents two classic knitted sweater designs worked in Sirdar Caboodle yarn: a Stand Up Neck Sweater and a Round Neck Sweater. Labelled Easy Knit, this pattern is ideal for beginner knitters who want to build confidence while creating a wearable, stylish garment. Importantly, the pattern includes a generous size range, covering bust measurements from 81/86 cm (32/34 in) up to 132/137 cm (52/54 in), making it genuinely inclusive and accessible for a wide range of body types.

Designs Included

Stand Up Neck Sweater

The first design is a cosy, contemporary sweater featuring a stand-up neck — a neat, close-fitting collar that adds warmth and a polished finish. This style is perennially popular for cooler seasons and works beautifully in the textured, multicolour nature of Sirdar Caboodle yarn. The stand-up neck is constructed as part of the finishing process, giving the sweater a clean, structured neckline without the need for complex collar shaping techniques.

• Yarn: Sirdar Caboodle, shade F214, colour 150
• Yarn quantity: 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, or 16 50g balls depending on size
• Actual chest measurement: 90 cm (35½ in) to 142 cm (56 in)

Round Neck Sweater

The second design is a timeless round neck sweater, a wardrobe staple that suits casual and smart-casual occasions alike. The round neckline is a classic choice for beginner knitters as it involves straightforward shaping and finishing. Like its stand-up neck counterpart, this sweater is worked in Sirdar Caboodle yarn, which lends the finished fabric a rich, variegated appearance with minimal effort from the knitter.

• Yarn: Sirdar Caboodle, shade F214, colour 151
• Yarn quantity: 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, or 15 50g balls depending on size
• Actual chest measurement: 90 cm (35½ in) to 142 cm (56 in)

Sizing and Measurements

Both sweaters are offered in six sizes, designed to fit bust measurements of:

• 81/86 cm (32/34 in)
• 91/97 cm (36/38 in)
• 102/107 cm (40/42 in)
• 112/117 cm (44/46 in)
• 122/127 cm (48/50 in)
• 132/137 cm (52/54 in)

Full lengths range from 60 cm (23¾ in) for the smallest size up to 73 cm (28¾ in) for the largest. Sleeve length is given as approximately 46–48 cm (18–19 in) across sizes and is noted as adjustable, allowing knitters to customise the fit to their own arm length with ease.

Materials Required

Both sweaters are knitted using Sirdar Caboodle, a softly textured, self-patterning yarn that creates visual interest automatically as you knit, making it an excellent choice for beginners who want impressive results without complex colourwork techniques. The yarn is sold in 50g balls.

In addition to yarn, the following materials are needed:

• 1 pair of 6½mm (UK3 / USA10.5) knitting needles — used for the main body fabric
• 1 pair of