Raglan Sweater in Sirdar Click DK - 9859 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Click DK Raglan Sweater – Pattern 9859: Complete Guide

Pattern 9859 from Sirdar is a classic raglan sweater worked in Sirdar Click DK yarn. Labelled Easy Knit, this is an ideal project for beginner knitters looking to build confidence while producing a wearable, well-fitted garment. The pattern covers an impressive six size options, ranging from a 32/34 inch to a 52/54 inch bust, making it genuinely inclusive and accessible for a wide range of body types.

What Is Being Made

The finished project is a raglan-style pullover sweater — a timeless wardrobe staple characterised by its distinctive diagonal seam lines that run from the underarm to the neckline, eliminating the traditional shoulder seam. This construction creates a relaxed, comfortable fit across the shoulders and upper body. The sweater features set-in raglan sleeves with an adjustable sleeve length, making it easy to customise the fit to your preference.

• Actual chest measurement: 94 cm (37 in) to 145 cm (57¼ in) across all sizes
• Full length: 56 cm (22 in) to 69 cm (27¼ in) depending on size
• Sleeve length: 46 cm (18 in) to 48 cm (19 in), noted as adjustable

Techniques Used

The raglan construction is one of the most beginner-friendly sweater-making methods available in knitting. Rather than requiring complex set-in sleeve shaping or intricate shoulder joins, the raglan shaping is achieved through straightforward decrease rows worked at regular intervals along the raglan seam lines. This makes the pattern particularly well-suited to those who are new to garment knitting but ready to move beyond scarves and simple accessories.

Additional techniques involved in completing this sweater include:

• Casting on and binding off — fundamental skills practised throughout the project
• Raglan shaping — working paired decreases to create the angled seam lines from underarm to neck
• Ribbing — typically used on cuffs, hem, and neckband for stretch and a neat finish, worked on the smaller needle size
• Seaming — joining the raglan seams and side seams to assemble the finished garment
• Stitch holder usage — stitches are placed on holders, particularly at the neckline, to be worked later
• Sleeve length adjustment — the pattern explicitly notes the sleeve length is adjustable, encouraging knitters to personalise the fit

Stitches Used

The body and sleeves of this sweater are worked primarily in stocking stitch (also known as stockinette stitch), which is formed by alternating knit rows on the right side and purl rows on the wrong side. This produces the smooth, classic fabric surface associated with traditional knitwear. Stocking stitch is one of the most fundamental and widely used stitch patterns in knitting, making this an excellent practice project for beginners.

• Stocking stitch — the main body fabric, worked on 4mm needles
• Rib stitch — used for the welts, cuffs, and neckband, worked on 3¼mm needles to create a firmer, elasticated edge

The stated tension is 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10 cm (4 inches) over stocking stitch on 4mm needles. Achieving the correct tension is essential in garment knitting to ensure the finished sweater matches the intended measurements.

Materials Required

Yarn

The specified yarn is Sirdar Click DK in shade 198, a double knitting weight yarn. The number of 50g balls required varies by size:

• 32/34 in: 6 balls
• 36/38 in: 7 balls