Sweaters in Sirdar Ophelia - 7313 - Downloadable PDF

Sweaters in Sirdar Ophelia 7313 – Chunky Knit V-Neck and Round Neck Sweater Patterns

Pattern Sirdar 7313 is a downloadable PDF knitting pattern featuring two classic sweater designs — a Sweater with V Neck and a Sweater with Round Neck — both worked in the luxuriously textured Sirdar Ophelia chunky yarn. Described as an Easy Knit, this pattern is well suited to confident beginners and intermediate knitters looking for a satisfying, straightforward project with a stylish result. Both designs share the same construction approach and sizing range, making it simple to choose the neckline style that best suits your preference.

Designs Included

• Sweater with V Neck – worked in Sirdar Ophelia shade 106
• Sweater with Round Neck – worked in Sirdar Ophelia shade 104

Each design produces a classic, relaxed-fit pullover sweater with set-in or standard sleeves and a neat neckband finish appropriate to each neckline style. The Easy Knit label indicates that the construction relies on straightforward shaping and fundamental knitting techniques, making these sweaters an excellent choice for those building confidence with garment knitting.

Sizing and Fit

The pattern covers a generous range of six sizes, designed to fit chest measurements from 61/66 cm (24/26 in) up to 112/117 cm (44/46 in). Actual finished measurements range from 70 cm (27½ in) to 121 cm (47¾ in) across the chest, providing a comfortable, relaxed ease. Full length ranges from 42 cm (16½ in) in the smallest size to 64 cm (25¼ in) in the largest, while sleeve length — noted as adjustable — runs from 33 cm (13 in) to 48 cm (19 in), with guidance on customising sleeve length to suit individual arm measurements.

Techniques Used

• Flat knitting worked in rows on straight needles
• Garment shaping including armhole, sleeve, and neckline shaping
• V-neck shaping with symmetrical decreases on either side of the centre front
• Round neck shaping with stitches placed on a stitch holder for the neckband
• Seaming to join front, back, and sleeve pieces
• Use of a stitch holder to hold live stitches during neck construction

Stitches Used

• Stocking stitch – the primary stitch used throughout the body and sleeves, creating a smooth, classic knitted fabric
• Rib stitch – typically used for welts, cuffs, and neckbands to provide stretch and a neat, professional finish

Stocking stitch is one of the most fundamental knitting stitches, formed by alternating knit rows on the right side and purl rows on the wrong side. It produces a smooth, flat fabric on the right side and a textured, ridged surface on the reverse, making it ideal for showcasing the character of a beautiful yarn like Sirdar Ophelia.

Materials Required

Both sweaters are knitted in Sirdar Ophelia, a chunky weight yarn sold in 50g balls. The pattern notes that the designs are also suitable for Sirdar Click Chunky, offering flexibility in yarn choice. Yarn quantities vary by size and design:

• Sweater with V Neck (shade 106): 4 to 9 balls of Sirdar Ophelia depending on size
• Sweater with Round Neck (shade 104): 4 to 10 balls of Sirdar Ophelia depending on size

The required needles are one pair of 6½mm (UK3 / USA10.5) knitting needles for the main fabric and one