Navy Jacket in Sirdar Wool Rich Aran - 7333 - Downloadable PDF

Navy Jacket in Sirdar Wool Rich Aran

What is Being Made

This is a knitted jacket pattern from Sirdar, available in six sizes ranging from 81/86cm (32/34in) bust to 132/137cm (52/54in) bust. The jacket features adjustable sleeve length and is designed to provide a comfortable, structured fit with actual measurements ranging from 90cm (35½in) to 141cm (55½in) across the chest. Full length varies from 60cm (23¾in) to 73cm (28¾in) depending on size selected.

Knitting Techniques and Construction

This jacket is constructed using fundamental knitting techniques appropriate for an aran-weight yarn project. The pattern incorporates both stocking stitch and pattern panels, allowing for textural variety and visual interest in the finished garment. The use of a cable needle indicates that cable stitches are featured within the design, which is characteristic of aran knitting. The adjustable sleeve length provides flexibility for customizing the fit to individual preferences.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch structure is stocking stitch, which forms the base of the garment and is worked at a tension of 18 stitches and 24 rows to 10cm (4in) on 5mm needles. The pattern panels are worked at a tension of 34 stitches measuring 19cm (7½in), indicating the inclusion of textured stitches that create a denser fabric. Cable stitches are incorporated throughout, requiring a cable needle for their execution and contributing to the traditional aran aesthetic.

Materials and Yarn Requirements

This jacket is designed to be knitted in Sirdar Wool Rich Aran in shade 319 (navy). The yarn is a wool-rich aran weight, providing warmth and structure suitable for a tailored jacket. Yarn requirements vary by size: the smallest size requires 5 balls of 100g, increasing to 8 balls of 100g for the largest sizes. The pattern notes that Giselle Aran and Cotton Rich Aran are also suitable alternatives, though amounts may vary depending on the specific yarn chosen.

Needles and Notions

Construction requires two pairs of knitting needles: 5mm (UK6 – USA8) needles for the main fabric and 4mm (UK8 – USA6) needles for ribbing or edging. A cable needle is essential for working the cable stitch elements throughout the pattern. The pattern calls for one button as the sole fastening.