Coat Marta

Coat Marta by Bummbul

What is Being Made

The Coat Marta is an oversized boucle coat designed by Laimute Vaiciuliene for Bummbul. This is a cozy, handmade knitted coat featuring a textured boucle finish. The finished garment measures 47 inches (120 cm) in bust circumference and 40 inches (100 cm) in length, offering a relaxed, oversized silhouette suitable for layering and everyday wear.

Craft and Primary Technique

This project is created using the knitting craft. The pattern is classified as a beginner skill level, making it accessible to knitters who are just starting their journey or those seeking a straightforward project. The coat is knitted using a special technique of holding two strands together while working, which creates the desired fabric density and drape for this oversized garment.

Stitches and Construction

While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the provided pattern content, the construction method involves working with doubled yarn strands to achieve the proper gauge and fabric structure. This two-strand holding technique is a fundamental approach in knitting that allows crafters to work with lighter-weight yarns in combination to create medium-weight fabric suitable for outerwear.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

Yarn Requirements: Approximately 8 balls of Alize Naturale Boucle in white or a color of your choice. Each ball contains 200 meters (218 yards) and weighs 100 grams (3.53 ounces).

Yarn Composition: The Alize Naturale Boucle yarn is a blend of 49% wool, 24% cotton, 24% acrylic, and 3% polyester. This mixed-fiber composition provides warmth from the wool content while the cotton and acrylic add durability and ease of care. The boucle texture creates visual interest and a cozy, tactile quality.

Yarn Weight: This pattern uses Aran weight yarn (8 wpi—wraps per inch), which is a medium-weight classification ideal for creating structured garments with good stitch definition. By holding two strands together, the crafter effectively works with a heavier yarn weight while maintaining control and flexibility in the knitting process.

Tools: Knitting needles appropriate for Aran weight yarn held doubled are required, though specific needle sizes are not included in the provided content.

Pattern Overview

The Coat Marta is offered as a downloadable PDF pattern from the independent designer Bummbul. The pattern is designed for personal use only and includes step-by-step instructions to guide crafters through creating their own handmade boucle coat. This beginner-friendly design is perfect for those looking to create a cozy, textured outerwear piece suitable for gifting or personal wear.