Flat Collared and Round Neck Cardigans in Sirdar Supersoft Aran - 4783 - Downloadable PDF

Flat Collared and Round Neck Cardigans in Sirdar Supersoft Aran – Pattern 4783

Pattern 4783 from Sirdar offers two beautifully detailed baby and children's cardigans worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran yarn. Designed for sizes ranging from birth to 7 years, this downloadable PDF includes instructions for a Flat Collar Cardigan and a Round Neck Cardigan, each sharing the same construction framework but finished with distinctive neckline styling. Both versions feature an eye-catching cable and bobble panel as a central design element, making this an ideal project for intermediate knitters looking to develop their textured knitting skills.

Designs Included

Round Neck Cardigan

The Round Neck Cardigan is a classic children's garment with a neat, close-fitting neckline finished in 1x1 ribbing. It is worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran shade 928, a soft and cosy yarn perfectly suited to baby and toddler knitwear. The round neck finish gives this version a clean, contemporary look that works well for everyday wear across all the included size ranges.

Flat Collar Cardigan

The Flat Collar Cardigan shares the same body and sleeve construction as the round neck version but is distinguished by a flat collar neckline, adding a traditional and charming finish. This version is worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran shade 820. The flat collar detail makes it particularly well suited to special occasions or a more dressed-up everyday look for young children.

Sizing and Fit

Both cardigans are sized to fit chest measurements from 41 cm (16 in) up to 66 cm (26 in), covering ages 0–6 months through to 6–7 years. Actual garment measurements are generously cut, ranging from 45 cm to 71 cm in circumference, providing comfortable ease for growing children. Full lengths range from 24 cm to 48 cm, and sleeve lengths from 15 cm to 33 cm, with the pattern noting that sleeve length is adjustable to suit individual needs.

Techniques Used

Both cardigans are knitted flat in separate pieces and seamed. The construction involves knitting the back, two fronts, and sleeves individually before joining. Key techniques used throughout the pattern include:

• Cable knitting – using a cable needle to cross stitches and create rope-like twisted textures
• Bobble making – the pattern defines a specific MB (make bobble) technique involving working (k1, p1, k1) into a single stitch, turning the work multiple times, and finishing with a s2, k1, p2sso decrease to create a neat raised bobble
• Twisting stitches – using T2F and T2B (twist 2 front and twist 2 back) to move stitches diagonally across the fabric, creating movement within the cable panel
• Crossing stitches – using C2F and C2B (cable 2 front and cable 2 back) for tighter cable crossings within the panel
• Increasing and decreasing for shaping armholes, necklines, and sleeve heads
• Buttonhole working for the front bands

Stitches Used

The pattern combines several stitch types to create texture and structure across both garments:

• Stocking stitch – used for the main body and sleeve fabric, providing a smooth, classic background
• 1x1 ribbing (k1, p1) – used for welts, cuffs, and neckbands to provide elasticity and a neat edge
• Cable and bobble panel – a signature 15-stitch panel measuring 6 cm (2½ in) wide, combining cable crossings, twist stitches, and bobbles for a rich, decorative texture

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