Cardigans in Sirdar Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK - 9741 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK Crochet Cardigans – Pattern 9741

This downloadable PDF from Sirdar provides instructions for crocheting classic cardigans using Sirdar Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK yarn. The pattern covers an impressive range of sizes, making it suitable for children through to adults, and is a wonderful project for crocheters who want a practical, wearable garment with a neat, structured finish.

What Is Being Made

The pattern produces a crochet cardigan — a front-opening, sleeved garment suitable for everyday wear. The design is worked in Sirdar Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK, a yarn specifically chosen for its easy-care properties, making the finished cardigan practical as well as stylish. A single button fastening gives the cardigan a clean, minimalist look. The short sleeve length — just 2 to 3 cm depending on size — suggests a cap or very short sleeve style, keeping the garment light and versatile across seasons.

Sizes and Measurements

The pattern is written to fit the following chest/bust measurements:

• 61/66 cm (24/26 in) — suitable for children
• 71/76 cm (28/30 in)
• 81/86 cm (32/34 in)
• 91/97 cm (36/38 in)
• 102/107 cm (40/42 in)
• 112/117 cm (44/46 in)

Actual finished measurements range from 70 cm to 121 cm in width, with full lengths of approximately 38 cm to 56 cm depending on size. Sleeve lengths are a brief 2 to 3 cm, creating a neat cap-sleeve effect.

Materials Required

The pattern calls for Sirdar Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK (shade 202 or 200), a double knitting weight yarn sold in 50g balls. The number of balls required varies by size:

• 4 balls for the smallest size (61/66 cm)
• 5 balls for 71/76 cm
• 6 balls for 81/86 cm
• 7 balls for 91/97 cm
• 8 balls for 102/107 cm
• 9 balls for the largest size (112/117 cm)

In addition to yarn, you will need one 4.00mm crochet hook (UK 8 / USA F/5) for the main fabric and one 3.00mm crochet hook (UK 10 / USA F/5) for finer detail work or edging, along with one button for the fastening.

Techniques and Stitches Used

This is a crochet pattern worked primarily in treble crochet (tr) — known as double crochet in US terminology — which forms the main fabric of the cardigan. Treble crochet produces a fabric with a good drape and a slightly open texture, ideal for a garment yarn like Sirdar Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK, which has a smooth, structured twist that helps stitches sit cleanly and evenly.

• Treble crochet (tr) — the primary stitch used throughout the body and sleeves
• Tension management — the pattern places strong emphasis on achieving the correct tension of 16 trebles and 9 rows to 10 cm on the 4.00mm hook
• Hook sizing adjustment — crafters are instructed to switch to a thinner hook if fewer stitches are produced, or a thicker hook if more stitches appear, ensuring a professional fit