Woman’s Cardigan in Sirdar Tundra Super Chunky - 8074 - Downloadable PDF

Woman's Cardigan in Sirdar Tundra Super Chunky – Pattern 8074

This beginner-friendly knitting pattern from Sirdar produces a classic woman's cardigan worked in the wonderfully warm and quick-to-knit Sirdar Tundra Super Chunky yarn. Labelled as an Easy Knit design, it is an ideal project for those who are new to garment knitting or who simply want a satisfying, fast make that delivers impressive results without complex techniques. The finished cardigan is a versatile, cosy wardrobe staple suited to cooler seasons.

Sizes and Fit

Pattern 8074 is notably inclusive, offering six sizes to fit bust measurements ranging from 81/86 cm (32/34 in) up to 132/137 cm (52/54 in). The actual finished garment measurements run from 91 cm (36 in) to 140 cm (55¼ in), providing a comfortable, relaxed fit across all sizes. Full length ranges from 55 cm (21¾ in) to 68 cm (26¾ in), while the sleeve length — noted as adjustable — sits at approximately 46–48 cm (18–19 in) depending on size, giving knitters the flexibility to customise the fit to their own arm length.

What Is Being Made

The finished project is a woman's cardigan — a front-opening, sleeved knitted jacket. Cardigans of this style typically feature a structured body with set-in or drop-shoulder sleeves, front button bands, and a neat neckline. The use of super chunky weight yarn means the fabric knits up quickly with a substantial, cosy texture, making this an excellent choice for autumn and winter wear.

Techniques Used

• Flat knitting — the cardigan pieces are worked back and forth in rows on straight needles, then seamed together
• Garment shaping — increases and decreases are used to shape the sleeves, armholes, and neckline
• Tension/gauge management — knitters are guided to achieve the correct tension before beginning, an essential skill for accurate sizing
• Adjustable sleeve length — the pattern includes guidance for modifying sleeve length to suit individual measurements
• Button band construction — front bands are worked to accommodate 3 buttons, a classic finishing technique for cardigans
• Seaming — finished pieces are joined using standard knitting seam methods

Stitches Used

• Stocking stitch (stockinette stitch) — the main body fabric is worked in stocking stitch, creating a smooth knit face and a ridged purl reverse; tension is set at 9 stitches and 12 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over stocking stitch on 10mm needles
• Rib stitch — typically used on welts, cuffs, and button bands in patterns of this style to add elasticity and a neat, professional finish (worked on the smaller 8mm needles)

Materials Required

The pattern calls for Sirdar Tundra Super Chunky yarn in shade 856 (colour reference F025). The quantity required ranges from 7 to 12 balls of 100g depending on the size being knitted. Two pairs of knitting needles are needed:

• 10mm needles (UK 000 / USA 15) — used for the main body fabric
• 8mm needles (UK 0 / USA 11) — used for ribbing and borders

In addition, 3 buttons are required to complete the cardigan's front opening.

About Sirdar Tundra Super Chunky

Sirdar Tundra Super Chunky is a super chunky weight yarn, meaning it falls into the heaviest standard yarn weight category. Yarns in this category are celebrated for their speed on the need