Sirdar Airtex Rib Sweater Jumper Knitting Pattern
By Sirdar
Specifications
| Brand: | Sirdar |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Designer: | Sirdar |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Pages: | 8 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
| Finished Size: | S to XXXL |
| Needles Required: | 3.25mm (US 3) & 4.00mm (US 6) Single Point Needles |
| Pattern Code: | 10557 |
| Featured Products: | Sirdar Cashmere Merino Silk DK Yarn - Merino Wool DK |
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Sirdar Cashmere Merino Silk DK Yarn - Merino Wool DK
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Product Description
Sirdar 10557 Airtex Rib Sweater is a lovely relaxed women’s pullover knit entirely of a lace rib pattern to give you a light, airy piece perfect for the warmer months. The sweater features dropped shoulder, balloon sleeves with tight cuffs. The pullover is knit flat in pieces from the bottom up and then seamed. Sirdar Cashmere Merino Silk DK is a stunningly soft yarn with a subtle sheen, beautiful drape, and a luxurious feel. The lace rib pattern is in written form only.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Sizes: S (M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL) to fit 32–34 (36–38, 40–42, 44–46, 48–50, 52–54)” bust
Finished Measurement:
Bust – 44½ (48¾, 52¾, 56¾, 61, 65)”
Full Length – 21¾ (22½, 23¼, 24, 24¾, 25½)”
Yarn Requirements: 13 (14, 15, 17, 18, 19) balls Sirdar Cashmere Merino Silk DK (75% Extra Fine Merino Wool/ 20% Silk/ 5% Cashmere; 50g/127 yds) shown in 407 Royal Navy
Needles:
US 3 (3.25mm)
US 6 (4.00mm) to get gauge
Gauge: 26 sts and 55 rows = 4” in pattern stitch on US 6 (4.00mm)
Sirdar Airtex Rib Sweater
What is Being Made
The Sirdar Airtex Rib Sweater (Design No. 10557) is an intermediate-level women's knitted pullover available in six sizes ranging from 81cm to 137cm chest (32 to 54 inches). This sophisticated womenswear piece features a classic sweater silhouette with a full-length body and set-in sleeves, designed to be both elegant and wearable across a range of body sizes.
Techniques and Construction
This sweater is constructed using fundamental knitting techniques appropriate for intermediate crafters. The pattern follows traditional sweater construction methods with separate pieces for the back, front, and sleeves that are subsequently seamed together. The design incorporates rib stitch detailing, which provides structure and elasticity to the garment, creating a refined finished appearance typical of designer-quality knitwear.
Stitches Used
- Rib stitch – provides elasticity and a polished, tailored finish throughout the sweater
- Standard knit and purl combinations forming the primary fabric structure
Materials and Yarn Specifications
This pattern is designed specifically for Sirdar Cashmere Merino Silk, a luxury yarn blend combining pure silk, extra fine merino wool, and Himalayan cashmere. The yarn is worked in Double Knitting (DK) weight, a versatile medium weight ideal for creating garments with excellent drape and refined texture.
The recommended yarn is Sirdar Cashmere Merino Silk shade 407 (Royal Navy), with yardage requirements varying by size from 13 to 19 balls of 50g. Additional colour options available include shade 416 (Orchard Red), shade 415 (Polished Copper), and shade 421 (Meadow Greens).
Knitting needles required are 4mm (UK size 8, USA size 6), with additional needle sizes specified on the pattern's back page for ribbed edgings and finishing details.
About the Yarn
Sirdar Cashmere Merino Silk is positioned as a luxury yarn suitable for sophisticated womenswear. The blend of cashmere, merino, and silk creates a fabric that is soft, lustrous, and drapes beautifully. The yarn is presented in a curated palette of grown-up, flattering shades inspired by English estates, emphasizing the premium quality and designer aesthetic achievable with this fibre blend.
Pattern Details
Sirdar, established in West Yorkshire in 1880, is a British yarn company with a heritage of hand knitting design. The company triple-checks all patterns to guarantee successful results when using recommended Sirdar yarns. This pattern represents the contemporary evolution of Sirdar's classic design tradition, combining traditional knitting techniques with modern luxury yarns for a finished garment with designer-brand appeal.
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