Round Neck and Hooded Cardigans in Hayfield Bonus Aran Tweed with Wool - 7136 - Downloadable PDF

Round Neck and Hooded Cardigans in Hayfield Bonus Aran Tweed with Wool – Pattern 7136

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Hayfield presents two classic cardigan designs worked in Hayfield Bonus Aran Tweed with Wool: a traditional Round Neck Cardigan and a cosy Cardigan with Hood. Both versions are crafted in a rich aran-weight tweed yarn, making them ideal autumn and winter wardrobe staples suitable for a wide range of sizes. The pattern is well-suited to knitters with some experience, particularly those comfortable working cable panels and shaping.

Designs Included

• Round Neck Cardigan – a timeless, structured cardigan with a neat round neckline and button-front opening, worked in Hayfield Bonus Aran Tweed shade 747.
• Cardigan with Hood – a relaxed, practical design featuring an attached hood in place of a traditional collar, worked in Hayfield Bonus Aran Tweed shade 744.

Sizing and Fit

The pattern covers six sizes, designed to fit bust or chest measurements of 81/86 cm through to 132/137 cm (approximately 32/34 in to 52/54 in). Actual finished measurements range from 90 cm to 141 cm in circumference, providing a comfortable, slightly eased fit. Full lengths range from approximately 60 cm to 73 cm, and sleeve lengths from 46 cm to 51 cm, noted as adjustable to suit individual preferences.

Materials Required

• Yarn: Hayfield Bonus Aran Tweed with Wool in 400g balls. The Round Neck Cardigan requires 2 to 3 balls in shade 747; the Cardigan with Hood requires 2 to 3 balls in shade 744, depending on size. The pattern also notes suitability for Hayfield Bonus Aran as an alternative yarn.
• Knitting Needles: One pair of 5mm (UK6 / USA8) needles and one pair of 4mm (UK8 / USA6) needles. The smaller needles are typically used for ribbed welts and borders, while the larger needles are used for the main body and sleeves.
• Cable Needle: Required for working the cable panel sections.
• Buttons: 6 to 8 buttons depending on size, for the button-band front opening.
• Stitch Holder: Used to hold stitches aside during shaping, such as at the neckline.

Techniques and Construction

Both cardigans are knitted flat in separate pieces — typically a back, two fronts, and sleeves — which are then seamed together. This is a conventional construction method well-suited to aran-weight projects, producing neat, structured seams and a polished finish. The button bands are worked as part of the finishing process.

• Cable Panel: A prominent feature of both designs. The cable panel spans 94 stitches and measures 36 cm (14 in) in width at the correct tension. Cables are a classic aran technique created by crossing groups of stitches over one another using a cable needle, producing the characteristic twisted rope or plait effect associated with traditional aran knitwear.
• Ribbing: The smaller 4mm needles are used to work ribbed welts at the hem, cuffs, and front bands, providing elasticity and a tidy edge.
• Hood Construction: The hooded version features a knitted hood attached at the neckline, offering a practical and stylish alternative to a round neck finish.
• Shaping: Armhole, sleeve, neck, and shoulder shaping are all included within the pattern instructions across all six sizes.

Stitches Used

• Cable stitches – the central decorative feature, worked over the main cable panel
• Knit and purl stitches – forming the background fabric and textural contrast within the aran panel