Sirdar Underground Hoodie Jumper Knitting Pattern

Sirdar Underground Hoodie - Design No. 10579

What is Being Made

The Sirdar Underground Hoodie is a contemporary knitted sweater with an integrated hood, designed as part of the Graffiti collection inspired by urban landscapes and city living. This garment is available in six sizes ranging from UK 6-28 (US 2-24), making it suitable for a wide range of wearers. The hoodie features a relaxed, modern silhouette with full-length sleeves and is constructed using a two-colour design combining shades 823 (All Nighter) and 838 (City Break) from the Sirdar Stories yarn range.

Garment Specifications and Sizing

The Underground Hoodie is offered in the following measurements:

• Chest measurements: 81/86 cm (32/34"), 91/97 cm (36/38"), 102/107 cm (40/42"), 112/117 cm (44/46"), 122/127 cm (48/50"), and 132/137 cm (52/54")
• Full length: Ranges from 114 cm (45") to 165 cm (65") depending on size
• Sleeve length: Consistent at approximately 46-48 cm (18-19") across most sizes

Knitting Techniques and Construction

This beginner-friendly design uses fundamental knitting techniques suitable for those new to garment construction. The pattern employs double knitting as the primary construction method, a versatile technique that creates a smooth, even fabric. The hoodie is worked primarily on the back pages of the pattern using double knitting stitches. The design incorporates colour work, allowing knitters to create visual interest by alternating between two complementary yarn shades throughout the garment.

The pattern includes instructions for working with double pointed needles for specific sections, likely for the hood or neckline shaping. A stitch holder is used to temporarily hold stitches during construction, a standard technique for managing live stitches when joining sections or creating openings.

Stitches and Stitch Details

While the PDF content does not specify individual stitch abbreviations, the pattern is constructed using standard double knitting stitches. The two-colour design is achieved through colour changes worked into the knit structure, creating a cohesive pattern across the front, back, and sleeves. The hood is integrated into the neckline shaping, eliminating the need for separate hood construction.

Materials Required

The Sirdar Underground Hoodie is designed to be worked in Sirdar Stories Double Knitting (DK) yarn, a cotton-rich blend that provides both aesthetic and functional benefits. The yarn composition gives the finished garment a cool, cotton appearance while maintaining a lighter weight that prevents sagging, even in larger sizes.

Yarn quantities by size:

• Yarn A (shade 823 All Nighter): 11-15 balls depending on size (50g balls)
• Yarn B (shade 838 City Break): 4-6 balls depending on size (50g balls)

Needles required:

• 1 pair of 4mm (UK size 8 / US size 6) knitting needles for main fabric
• 1 pair of 3¼mm (UK size 10 / US size 3) knitting needles for ribbing or edge finishing
• 4mm double pointed needles for hood or neckline work

Pattern Quality and Design Heritage

This pattern is part of the Sirdar Graffiti collection, a trend-led fashion line that draws inspiration from contemporary urban aesthetics. Sirdar, established in West Yorkshire in 1880, is a British yarn company with extensive heritage in hand knitting design. The company triple-checks all patterns to guarantee successful results when using recommended Sirdar yarns, ensuring that knitters following the instructions with the specified materials will achieve professional-quality results.

The beginner difficulty rating makes this hoodie an excellent project for knitters developing their garment construction skills, while the contemporary design and colour options appeal to those seeking modern, fashionable knitwear.