Sirdar Chevron Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Sirdar Chevron Cardigan in Haworth Tweed

What is Being Made

The Sirdar Chevron Cardigan in Haworth Tweed (Design No. 10300) is a classic button-front cardigan knitted in a soft tweed-like yarn. This intermediate-level knitting project is available in six sizes, ranging from 81/86 cm (32/34 inches) to 132/137 cm (52/54 inches) chest measurements. The cardigan features a full length of approximately 55–65 cm (21¾–25½ inches) depending on size, with consistent sleeve length of 47 cm (18½ inches) across all sizes. The design showcases the distinctive texture of Haworth Tweed yarn, which produces a rustic, nubby appearance ideal for creating visual interest in knitted garments.

Techniques and Construction

This cardigan is constructed using fundamental knitting techniques suitable for intermediate-level crafters. The pattern employs a chevron stitch pattern that adds textural depth to the finished garment. The construction method involves knitting separate pieces—back, fronts, and sleeves—which are then assembled together. The cardigan features a button-front closure with seven buttons positioned down the center front. Ribbed edgings are incorporated at the cuffs, hem, and front bands to provide structure and a finished appearance. The pattern includes detailed sizing instructions across six different size options, allowing knitters to customize the fit to their specific measurements.

Stitches Used

The Sirdar Chevron Cardigan employs chevron stitch patterns as its primary decorative element. This stitch creates a distinctive zigzag or wave-like texture that adds visual interest while remaining accessible to intermediate knitters. Ribbed stitches are used for functional edgings, including the cuff ribbing on the sleeves and the hem ribbing at the cardigan's base. The ribbed bands also frame the button bands along the front opening, providing elasticity and a professional finish. These stitch combinations work together to create both structural integrity and aesthetic appeal in the finished cardigan.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Sirdar Chevron Cardigan is designed to be knitted using Sirdar Haworth Tweed, a double knitting (DK) weight yarn. This yarn is specifically formulated to knit into a soft, tweed-like fabric with richly nubbed texture characteristic of traditional Yorkshire tweeds. The yarn is available in multiple colorways, including shade 911 Cotton Grass Cream (featured in the pattern), shade 913 Millstone Grey, shade 903 Hockney Blue, and shade 906 West Riding Red. Yarn requirements vary by size, ranging from 8 balls for the smallest size (S) to 13 balls for the largest size (XXXL), with each ball containing 50 grams of yarn.

The pattern requires 4mm (UK8 – USA6) knitting needles for the main fabric and 3¼mm (UK10 – USA3) knitting needles for the ribbed edgings. Additionally, seven Sirdar Elegant Buttons (Button Reference B5611-0785) are needed to complete the front closure. Sirdar, established in West Yorkshire in 1880, is a British yarn company renowned for its heritage in hand knitting, and the brand triple-checks all patterns to guarantee successful results when using recommended Sirdar yarns.

Design Heritage and Yarn Characteristics

Haworth Tweed yarn draws inspiration from the Yorkshire Dales landscape, incorporating the richly nubbed texture characteristic of traditional tweed fabrics. The yarn's rustic appearance adds depth and interest to plain knit stitches and textured stitch patterns alike, making it particularly well-suited to the chevron design of this cardigan. The soft tweed-like fabric produced by this yarn creates a garment that is both stylish and warm, ideal for countryside wear and everyday comfort.