Jacket and Cardigan in Stylecraft Dreamcatcher - 9726 - Downloadable PDF

Jacket and Cardigan in Stylecraft Dreamcatcher DK

What Is Being Made

This downloadable PDF pattern provides instructions for two separate easy knit designs: a round neck jacket and a cardigan, both crafted from Stylecraft Dreamcatcher DK yarn. The pattern includes five size options ranging from 81-86cm to 122-127cm bust measurements (32-34 inches to 48-50 inches), making these versatile garments suitable for a wide range of body sizes. The jacket features a full length of 60-71cm depending on size, while the cardigan offers a longer cut at 74-85cm full length.

Techniques Used

These beginner-friendly knit designs employ fundamental knitting techniques accessible to those new to the craft. The pattern utilizes the unique color-changing properties of Stylecraft Dreamcatcher yarn, which features a distinctive patterning of colors within a single ball. Knitters are encouraged to work the yarn as it comes from the ball without attempting to match or align the color changes, allowing each finished garment to develop its own original and unique colored knit effect. This approach eliminates the need for complex color-matching techniques while still producing visually interesting results.

Stitches Used

The construction begins with garter stitch (g-st), which creates a textured, reversible fabric ideal for borders and edges. The pattern specifies working 16 rows of garter stitch on the back piece before transitioning into the main pattern work. This foundational stitch is perfect for beginners as it requires only knit stitches on every row, making it straightforward to execute while building confidence.

Materials Required

• Yarn: Stylecraft Dreamcatcher in double knitting (DK) weight
• Needles: 4mm knitting needles for the main fabric
• Yarn Weight: Double knitting (DK), a lightweight yarn suitable for garments with good stitch definition

Pattern Details

The back piece begins with casting on between 108 and 152 stitches depending on the selected size, providing a wide range of options for different body measurements. Sleeve length remains consistent across most sizes at approximately 43-45cm (17-17¾ inches), while the garment width and body length increase proportionally with each size increment. The pattern format as a downloadable PDF allows for convenient printing and reference while working through the project.