Boys Hooded Jacket in Bergere de France Calinou - 60387-04 - Downloadable PDF

Boys Hooded Jacket Knitting Pattern in Bergere de France Calinou – Pattern 60387-04

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Bergere de France provides instructions for a boys' hooded jacket (blouson à capuche) worked entirely in the round using two strands of yarn held together throughout. The pattern is rated beginner difficulty and is sized to fit boys aged 6 months, 1 year, 2 years, 3 years, and 4 years, making it a versatile and practical project for knitters looking to create a cosy, stylish outerwear piece for young children.

Yarn and Materials

The jacket is knitted using Bergere de France Calinou yarn in the colourway Poivre (shade 10034). Calinou is a 4-ply weight yarn, and the pattern calls for it to be worked with two strands held together simultaneously, which gives the finished fabric extra warmth, body, and structure — ideal for a children's outerwear garment. The number of balls required varies by size:

• 6 months: 4 balls
• 1 year: 4 balls
• 2 years: 5 balls
• 3 years: 6 balls
• 4 years: 6 balls

In addition to the yarn, the following accessories and notions are required:

• Knitting needles: sizes 4 mm and 4.5 mm
• Stitch markers (Bergere de France reference 68395, sold in sets of 48)
• Labels/tags (reference 66254, sold in sets of 2)
• Brushed bronze metal buttons, 15 mm diameter (reference 71096, sold in sets of 6) — quantity required is 8–8–10–10–10 buttons depending on size

Construction and Techniques

The Boys Hooded Jacket is constructed using traditional flat knitting techniques, with separate pieces worked for the left front, right front, back, sleeves, and hood, which are then seamed together. The use of two strands of Calinou 4-ply held together throughout means the knitter is effectively working at a heavier gauge, producing a fabric with excellent warmth and durability suited to a child's active lifestyle.

The pattern begins with the left front panel (Devant Gauche), where stitches are cast on using 4 mm needles. The lower section is worked in a 2x2 rib (côtes 2/2) for a neat, elasticated hem that sits snugly on the body. After the ribbed border section, the knitter switches to 4.5 mm needles to work the main body fabric. The stitch count at cast-on varies by size, ranging from 31 stitches at the smallest size up to 37 stitches at the largest.

Stitches Used

The pattern employs a combination of classic knitting stitches and textures, each serving a specific structural or decorative purpose:

• 2x2 Rib (Côtes 2/2): Used for the lower hems and cuffs, this stitch alternates two knit stitches with two purl stitches to create a stretchy, tidy border that holds its shape well — particularly important on children's garments that need to withstand frequent wear and washing.
• Stocking Stitch / Stockinette (Jersey Endroit): The main body fabric is worked in smooth stocking stitch on the right side, creating the classic flat, even knitted surface associated with outerwear garments.
• Reverse Stocking Stitch (Jersey Envers): Used in combination with stocking stitch, reverse stocking stitch (where the purl side faces outward) adds textural contrast and is often used for design details or lining sections.
• Seed Stitch / Moss Stitch Border (Point de Godron): A 13-stitch border is worked in point de godron (a textured ridge or seed-like stitch),