Cardigan in Sirdar Country Style DK - 7119 - Downloadable PDF

Cardigan in Sirdar Country Style DK - 7119

What is Being Made

This is a classic knitted cardigan pattern from Sirdar, available in six sizes ranging from 81/86cm (32/34 inches) bust to 132/137cm (52/54 inches) bust. The cardigan features adjustable sleeve length and a full length that varies from 60cm to 73cm depending on size, making it suitable for a range of body types and style preferences.

Knitting Techniques Used

This cardigan pattern employs fundamental knitting construction methods appropriate for DK weight yarn. The garment is worked using both straight needles and circular needles, allowing for flexibility in construction approach. The pattern includes techniques for shaping the body and sleeves to create a well-fitted garment, with adjustable sleeve length options to customize the finished piece.

Stitches and Stitch Details

While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the provided pattern excerpt, the construction uses standard knitting stitches suitable for DK weight yarn worked on 4mm and 3¼mm needles. The pattern accommodates both flat and circular needle knitting methods, offering knitters options for their preferred construction technique.

Yarn and Materials

Yarn Weight: DK (Double Knit)

Primary Yarn: Sirdar Country Style DK in shade 625, with yardage requirements ranging from 8 to 14 50g balls depending on size selected.

Suitable Yarn Alternatives: The pattern notes that Click DK, Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK, Crofter DK, Jive DK, Calico DK, Ella DK, Soukie DK, and Cotton DK are also suitable options, though amounts may vary based on the specific yarn chosen.

Needles Required: Knitters will need one pair of 4mm (UK8 – USA6) knitting needles and one pair of 3¼mm (UK10 – USA3) knitting needles for flat construction. For circular needle construction, an 80cm circular needle in 4mm (UK8 – USA6) and an 80cm circular needle in 3¼mm (UK10 – USA3) are required.

Size Range and Measurements

• Size 1: To fit bust 81/86cm (32/34 inches); actual measurement 90cm (35½ inches); full length 60cm (23¾ inches)
• Size 2: To fit bust 91/97cm (36/38 inches); actual measurement 101cm (39¾ inches); full length 62cm (24½ inches)
• Size 3: To fit bust 102/107cm (40/42 inches); actual measurement 111cm (43¾ inches); full length 66cm (26 inches)
• Size 4: To fit bust 112/117cm (44/46 inches); actual measurement 121cm (47¾ inches); full length 69cm (27¼ inches)
• Size 5: To fit bust 122/127cm (48/50 inches); actual measurement 131cm (51½ inches); full length 71cm (28 inches)
• Size 6: To fit bust 132/137cm (52/54 inches); actual measurement 141cm (55½ inches); full length 73cm (28¾ inches)

Sleeve length is adjustable and measures 46cm to 48cm depending on size, with all sizes offering customization options.