Sirdar Coral Sleeves Cardigan Knitting Pattern
By Sirdar
Specifications
| Brand: | Sirdar |
| Yarn Weight: | Bulky |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Pages: | 8 |
| Skill Level: | Advanced Beginner |
| Finished Size: | S (M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL) to fit 32–34 (36–38, 40–42, 44–46, 48–50, 52–54)” chest |
| Techniques and Construction: | Bottom Up, Buttons, Seamed, Worked Flat |
| Needles Required: | US 9 (5.50mm) single points, US 10½ (6.50mm) single points |
| Pattern Code: | 10705 |
Product Description
The Sirdar 10705 Coral Sleeves Cardigan has a dynamite combination of stripes on the body and texture on the sleeves that creates a unique sweater perfect for cold weather layering. A deep v-neckline and dropped shoulders give this cardigan a classic silhouette, and the sleeves pop worked in ribbing accented with embroidered clusters. The self-striping colors of Jewelspun with Wool Chunky add an extra dimension to finished projects and its machine-washable blend of acrylic and wool is easy to care for too. Knit flat in pieces from the bottom up and seamed, the Coral Sleeves Cardigan is a statement sweater that will add warmth and color to a whole range of outfits this fall and winter!
Finished Measurements:
Chest – 42½ (47¼, 50½, 55¼, 58¼, 63)”
Length – 28¼ (29¼, 30, 30¾, 31½, 32¼)”
Sleeve Length – 17¼ (17¼, 17¼, 18, 18, 18)”
Yarn Requirements: 3 (4, 4, 4, 4, 5) balls Sirdar Jewelspun with Wool Chunky (80% Acrylic/ 20% Wool; 200g/328yds), shown in #204 Precious Reef
Gauge:
14 sts and 19 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch with US 10½ (6.50mm) needles
17 sts and 19 rows = 4” in rib pattern with US 10½ (6.50mm) needles
Sirdar Coral Sleeves Cardigan
What is Being Made
The Sirdar Coral Sleeves Cardigan (Design No. 10705) is a classic button-front cardigan knitted in a chunky weight yarn. This garment is available in six sizes, ranging from 81/86 cm (32/34") chest to 132/137 cm (52/54") chest, making it suitable for a wide range of body types. The cardigan features a full length of approximately 72–82 cm (28¼"–32¼") depending on size, with consistent sleeve length of approximately 44–46 cm (17¼"–18") across all sizes. The design showcases a flattering silhouette with ocean-inspired gemstone shading in the Precious Reef colorway.
Techniques Used
This cardigan is constructed using bottom-up knitting methodology, meaning the garment is worked from the lower edge upward toward the shoulders. The pattern employs seamedButton closures are integrated into the design, with five buttons required for sizes S through L, and six buttons for sizes XL through XXXL. The flat knitting technique allows for precise shaping and ease of construction, making this an advanced beginner level project that balances accessibility with refined finishing details.
Stitches and Stitch Patterns
While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the provided pattern excerpt, the design is described as featuring organic stitches that create a naturally textured appearance. The pattern instructions guide knitters through size-specific construction, with careful attention to maintaining consistent gauge and shaping throughout the garment pieces.
Materials: Yarn and Needles
This cardigan is designed to be knitted with Sirdar Jewelspun with Wool in Chunky weight, shade 204 (Precious Reef). Jewelspun with Wool is a wool blend yarn that mimics the appearance of hand-spun yarns while offering affordability and accessibility. The yarn is supplied in 200g balls, with yardage requirements varying by size: sizes S and M require 3–4 balls respectively, sizes L, XL, and XXL require 4 balls each, and size XXXL requires 5 balls. Sirdar recommends using their specified yarn to guarantee pattern success, as each Sirdar pattern undergoes triple-checking with the recommended yarn specifications. Specific needle size information is referenced in the full pattern instructions (indicated by the partial text "You also need 1 P" suggesting a particular needle specification). The pattern is designed for use with standard knitting needles appropriate to the chunky yarn weight.
About Sirdar and This Pattern
Sirdar is an established British yarn company founded in West Yorkshire in 1880, with a heritage spanning generations of hand knitting tradition. The Jewelspun with Wool yarn range represents the company's commitment to combining classic aesthetics with modern innovations, offering jewel-like shades inspired by ocean and gemstone themes. This pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF for personal, non-commercial use and is protected by copyright. Sirdar's quality guarantee ensures that following the pattern instructions with the recommended Jewelspun with Wool yarn will result in a successful, professionally finished cardigan.
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