Sirdar Shawl Collar Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Sirdar Shawl Collar Cardigan in Country Classic Worsted

What is Being Made

This is an advanced-level knitted cardigan featuring a distinctive shawl collar design. The garment is crafted from Sirdar Country Classic Worsted yarn in shade 656 Ginger, though additional colorway options are available including 679 Chestnut, 673 Moss, and 667 Cornflower. The cardigan is designed as a versatile layering piece that combines style with warmth, suitable for a range of sizes from 81cm to 137cm chest measurement (32 inches to 54 inches).

Techniques Used

This advanced knitting project employs traditional hand knitting techniques with a focus on shawl collar construction. The pattern is designed to work beautifully with color-work and textured stitches, taking advantage of the yarn's ability to provide clear definition to these design elements. The garment construction follows standard cardigan shaping with set-in sleeves and a structured body.

Stitches and Construction Details

While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the provided pattern excerpt, the design is engineered to showcase the qualities of worsted weight yarn. The shawl collar is a key feature of this cardigan, offering a sophisticated neckline treatment. The pattern includes detailed instructions for achieving proper tension and fit across six size options, from Small through XXXL.

Materials Required

• Yarn: Sirdar Country Classic Worsted weight, 100g balls in shade 656 Ginger. Yardage requirements range from 7 balls for size S to 11 balls for size XXXL, depending on the size being knitted.
• Needles: One pair of 4.5mm (UK size 7, US size 7) knitting needles and one pair of 4mm (UK size 8, US size 6) knitting needles for ribbing and main fabric work.

Yarn Fiber Content and Properties

Sirdar Country Classic is a pure merino wool blend in true worsted weight construction. This yarn composition brings beautiful definition to both color-work patterns and textured stitches, making it an excellent choice for advanced knitters seeking a garment with visual interest and professional finish. The worsted weight ensures the cardigan will be both cosy and stylish, providing substantial warmth without excessive bulk.

Size Range and Finished Measurements

The pattern accommodates six finished sizes with chest measurements ranging from 81/86cm to 132/137cm. Full length measurements vary from 62cm to 72cm depending on size selected, while sleeve length remains relatively consistent across sizes at approximately 45-47cm. Width measurements range from 47¾ inches to 65½ inches.

About Sirdar

Sirdar is an established British yarn company founded in West Yorkshire in 1880, bringing over a century of hand knitting heritage to this design. The company is known for complementing classic patterns with innovative yarn developments each season. Sirdar patterns undergo triple-checking to guarantee successful results when worked with the specified Sirdar yarns and recommended tension.