Sirdar Split Seam Sweater Jumper Knitting Pattern

Sirdar Split Seam Sweater in Saltaire

What is Being Made

The Sirdar Split Seam Sweater in Saltaire (Design No. 10177) is a women's knitted pullover sweater featuring simple, fluid, and feminine shapes with subtle stitch details. This intermediate-level knitting project is available in six sizes, ranging from 81/86cm to 132/137cm chest measurements (32/34" to 52/54"), making it suitable for a wide range of body types. The sweater showcases the luxurious drape and soft qualities of the Saltaire yarn, with designs intended to be flattering and classic enough to wear for years.

Yarn and Materials

This pattern calls for Sirdar Saltaire Aran weight yarn, a premium British yarn that blends gentle alpaca fiber with other materials to create a soft, luxurious knit with beautiful drape. The yarn is available in sophisticated neutral shades including 301 Squirrel, 305 Fern, 306 Fawn, and 308 Otters. Depending on the size being knitted, the project requires between 8 to 12 balls of 50g Saltaire Aran yarn. The pattern also requires two pairs of knitting needles—one pair of 5mm (UK size 6 / USA size 8) needles and one pair of 4mm (UK size 8 / USA size 6) needles—as well as stitch holders for managing stitches during construction.

Knitting Techniques

The Sirdar Split Seam Sweater employs fundamental knitting techniques appropriate for an intermediate-level crafter. The construction involves working pieces flat on straight needles, with the use of stitch holders to manage active stitches during shaping and assembly. The pattern incorporates subtle stitch details that enhance the visual interest of the garment while allowing the yarn's natural qualities to remain the focal point. The split seam construction method—referenced in the sweater's name—likely involves a specific seaming technique that creates a refined finish. The design emphasizes simple, fluid shapes that rely on proper gauge and basic shaping techniques such as increases and decreases to achieve the flattering silhouette.

Stitches Used

While the PDF content does not specify individual stitch abbreviations in detail, the pattern description indicates the use of subtle stitch details that complement the yarn's drape rather than dominate the design. The sweater's construction would typically employ fundamental stitches such as knit and purl in combination to create texture and visual interest. The use of the specified needle sizes (5mm and 4mm) suggests gauge-dependent shaping, with the smaller needles likely used for ribbed edgings at cuffs, hem, and neckline to provide structure and elasticity, while the larger needles create the main body fabric.

Design Heritage and Brand Information

Sirdar is an established British yarn company founded in West Yorkshire in 1880, bringing over 140 years of hand knitting expertise to contemporary designs. The brand is known for combining classic knitting heritage with modern yarn innovations and fashionable effects. Sirdar's quality assurance process includes triple-checking every pattern to guarantee successful results when using the recommended Sirdar yarns. The Saltaire collection represents the brand's commitment to creating sophisticated, wearable designs that showcase premium yarn qualities, with the alpaca content providing a luxurious feel and beautiful drape that makes the sweater a pleasure to knit and wear.

Finished Measurements

• Size S: 81/86cm (32/34") chest, 68cm (26¾") full length, 45cm (17¾") sleeve length
• Size M: 91/97cm (36/38") chest, 70cm (27½") full length, 45cm (17¾") sleeve length
• Size L: 102/107cm (40/42") chest, 72cm (28¼") full length, 46cm (18") sleeve length
• Size XL: 112/117cm (44/46") chest, 74cm (29¼") full length, 47cm (18½") sleeve length
• Size XXL: 122/127cm (48/50") chest, 76cm (30") full length, 47cm (18½") sleeve length
• Size XXXL: 132/137cm (52/54") chest, 78cm (30¾") full length, 47cm (18½") sleeve length