Tabbard in Sirdar Saltaire - 10182 - Downloadable PDF

Tabbard in Sirdar Saltaire Aran Yarn

What is Being Made

This downloadable knitting pattern from Sirdar (Design No. 10182) provides instructions for creating a tabbard—a sleeveless garment with simple, fluid, and feminine shaping. The tabbard is designed as a versatile layering piece suitable for a range of sizes, fitting chest measurements from 81cm to 137cm (32 inches to 54 inches). The pattern showcases the luxurious drape and soft qualities of Sirdar Saltaire yarn through classic, timeless design.

Yarn and Materials

This project uses Sirdar Saltaire, an aran-weight yarn that combines gentle alpaca fiber with other materials to create a beautifully soft, draping knit. Sirdar Saltaire is available in a sophisticated palette of neutral shades, including colorways such as 308 Otter and 306 Fawn. The yarn's alpaca content brings luxury and exceptional softness to the finished garment while maintaining excellent workability during the knitting process.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

Classified as an intermediate-level pattern, this tabbard employs simple stitch details that emphasize the yarn's natural drape and texture. The design features subtle stitch details that add visual interest without overwhelming the piece. The pattern is constructed to showcase the fluid qualities of aran-weight yarn, creating a garment with elegant movement and graceful silhouette.

Pattern Quality and Design Heritage

Sirdar, established in West Yorkshire in 1880, is a British yarn company with generations of hand knitting heritage. This pattern has been triple-checked by Sirdar to guarantee successful results when worked in the recommended Sirdar Saltaire yarn. The tabbard represents the collection's focus on simple, classic designs with feminine shaping—pieces intended as timeless wardrobe staples that showcase the sophisticated color palette and luxurious feel of Sirdar Saltaire.