Sirdar Pullover Jumper Knitting Pattern

Sirdar Pullover in Country Classic Worsted

What Is Being Made

This is a classic pullover sweater designed by Sirdar, available in six sizes ranging from 81cm to 137cm chest (32 to 54 inches). The design is labeled as Design No. 10170 and is classified as an intermediate-level knitting project. The pullover is a versatile wardrobe staple that combines traditional styling with modern yarn innovation, featuring the beautiful definition that Country Classic Worsted yarn brings to textured stitches and colour-work.

Techniques Used

This sweater is worked flat on straight needles rather than in the round, and is seamed together after individual pieces are completed. The construction method is bottom-up, meaning you begin knitting from the lower edge of the garment and work upward toward the shoulders and neckline. The pattern incorporates cable techniques to create textured, dimensional details that showcase the qualities of the worsted weight yarn. The sweater is worked in one piece according to the pattern instructions, streamlining the construction process while maintaining the classic seamed aesthetic.

Stitches Used

The pattern features cable stitches as a primary textural element. Cables are created by crossing groups of stitches over one another to form twisted, rope-like patterns that add visual interest and depth to the fabric. These cable techniques are particularly well-suited to worsted weight yarn, which provides excellent stitch definition and allows the dimensional quality of cables to be clearly visible in the finished garment.

Materials Required

This project uses Sirdar Country Classic Worsted yarn in shade 666 Crystal. The yarn quantity varies by size, requiring between 7 and 10 balls of 100g each depending on your chosen size. Country Classic is a pure merino wool blend in true worsted weight, specifically formulated to bring beautiful definition to colour-work and textured stitches while providing warmth and style.

The following needles and notions are required:

• One pair of 4½mm (UK size 7 / USA size 7) knitting needles for the main fabric
• One pair of 4mm (UK size 8 / USA size 6) knitting needles for ribbed edgings
• One 4mm (UK size 8 / USA size 6) circular needle, 80cm length
• Cable needle for working cable stitches
• Stitch holders for securing stitches during construction

About Sirdar Country Classic Worsted

Sirdar is an established British yarn company founded in West Yorkshire in 1880, bringing over a century of hand knitting heritage to contemporary designs. Country Classic Worsted is a premium yarn choice that combines traditional quality with modern performance. The pure merino wool blend offers softness and breathability while the worsted weight construction ensures durability and excellent stitch definition. This yarn is specifically recommended by Sirdar for use with this pattern, as the company triple-checks every design to guarantee successful results when using their recommended yarns.

Size Range and Finished Measurements

The pullover is available in six sizes with the following finished chest measurements: Size S (81–86cm / 32–34"), Size M (91–97cm / 36–38"), Size L (102–107cm / 40–42"), Size XL (112–117cm / 44–46"), Size XXL (122–127cm / 48–50"), and Size XXXL (132–137cm / 52–54"). Full length ranges from 54cm to 64cm depending on size, with sleeve length ranging from 40cm to 42cm. These generous measurements ensure comfortable fit and ease of movement.