Round Neck and Hooded Cardigans in Sirdar Supersoft Aran - 2334 - Downloadable PDF

Round Neck and Hooded Cardigans in Sirdar Supersoft Aran – Pattern 2334

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Sirdar includes instructions for two classic children's cardigans: a Round Neck Cardigan and a Hooded Cardigan. Both designs are worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran yarn and are sized to fit children aged 2 to 13 years, making this a versatile pattern that can grow with your child or be knitted as a gift across a wide age range.

What Is Being Made

The pattern covers two distinct cardigan designs sharing the same construction framework but differing in their neckline finish. The Round Neck Cardigan features a neat, classic crew neckline, while the Hooded Cardigan replaces the traditional neckband with a cosy, attached hood — ideal for outdoor wear and cooler weather. Both cardigans feature button fastenings at the front and set-in or shaped sleeves with an adjustable sleeve length, giving knitters flexibility to customise the fit.

Sizes range from age 2–3 up to 12–13 years, with actual chest measurements spanning 60 cm to 85 cm (approximately 23¾ in to 33½ in). Full lengths range from 35 cm to 52 cm and sleeve lengths from 24 cm to 42 cm, all noted as adjustable.

Techniques Used

• Cable knitting – a central cable panel is a key design feature, requiring a cable needle to cross stitches and create a textured, rope-like motif running down the fabric
• Double moss stitch – used across the main body fabric, this classic texture stitch alternates knit and purl stitches over a two-row repeat to create a dense, slightly raised fabric with excellent drape and warmth
• Ribbing – typically used on cuffs and lower edges to provide elasticity and a neat finish
• Stitch holder management – stitches are placed on holders during shaping, a standard technique for necklines and armholes in fitted garments
• Buttonband knitting – front bands are worked to accommodate 5 or 6 buttons depending on the size, requiring evenly spaced buttonhole placement
• Hood construction (Hooded Cardigan only) – the hood is knitted and attached at the neckline, adding an additional shaping and seaming element

Stitches Used

• Double moss stitch – the primary body stitch, worked over a four-stitch, two-row repeat for a richly textured surface
• Cable stitch – the cable panel measures 24 stitches wide and approximately 11 cm (4¼ in) across, forming a prominent decorative feature
• Knit and purl ribbing – used for welts, cuffs, and neckbands to create stretch and structure at the edges

Tension

The stated tension is 19 stitches and 24 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over double moss stitch on 5 mm needles. The cable panel of 24 stitches measures 11 cm (4¼ in). Achieving correct tension is essential when knitting fitted garments for children, as even small variations can significantly affect the final size.

Materials Required

Both cardigans are knitted in Sirdar Supersoft Aran, a popular aran-weight yarn known for its exceptionally soft handle, making it particularly well suited to children's garments worn next to the skin.

• Round Neck Cardigan – uses Sirdar Supersoft Aran shade 902, requiring 2 to 4 x 100g balls depending on size (shade reference F022)
• Hooded Cardigan – uses Sirdar Supersoft Aran shade 901, requiring 3 to 5 x 100g balls