Long Line Coat in Hayfield Journey DK - 8266 - Downloadable PDF

Long Line Coat in Hayfield Journey DK – Sirdar Pattern 8266

This pattern from Sirdar provides instructions for knitting a Woman's Long Line Coat in Hayfield Journey DK yarn. Labelled as an Easy Knit design and rated as suitable for beginner knitters, this project is an accessible introduction to garment knitting without sacrificing style or wearability. The coat features a relaxed, longline silhouette with set-in sleeves and a neat button fastening, making it a versatile wardrobe staple suitable for a wide range of sizes.

What Is Being Made

The finished garment is a long line coat for women, knitted flat in separate pieces and seamed together. It is designed to be worn as an outer layer and features a full-length body, long sleeves, and a front button band fastened with 3 Sirdar Elegant Buttons (Code 5611-0936). The coat is available in six sizes to fit bust measurements from 81/86 cm (32/34 in) up to 132/137 cm (52/54 in), with actual garment measurements ranging from 98 cm (38½ in) to 149 cm (58¾ in), providing generous ease for comfortable layering. The full length ranges from 74 cm to 87 cm depending on size, and the sleeve length is approximately 42–44 cm, noted as adjustable to suit individual preferences.

Techniques Used

• Flat knitting – the coat pieces are worked back and forth in rows on straight needles
• Garment shaping – including increases and decreases to shape the body, armholes, and sleeves
• Seaming – the finished pieces are joined using standard knitting seam techniques
• Button band construction – a neat front band is worked to carry the three decorative buttons
• Tension/gauge swatching – essential for achieving the correct finished dimensions, particularly important across six size variations

As an Easy Knit pattern, the construction is kept straightforward, making it ideal for knitters who are building confidence with garment making. The longline shape is achieved through simple row-by-row length rather than complex stitch manipulation, keeping the project approachable throughout.

Stitches Used

• Stocking stitch – the primary stitch used across the main body and sleeves, creating a smooth, classic fabric
• Rib stitch – typically used at cuffs, hems, and neckbands in this style of coat to provide elasticity and a tidy finish

The stated tension is 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over stocking stitch on 4 mm needles, which is the standard tension for DK weight yarn. Achieving this tension is important for ensuring the coat knits up to the correct length and width across all six sizes.

Materials Required

The coat is worked in Hayfield Journey DK, shade 559, a DK weight yarn sold in 100g balls. The quantity required varies by size:

• 4 balls – sizes 81/86 cm (32/34 in)
• 5 balls – sizes 91/97 cm (36/38 in)
• 6 balls – sizes 102/107 cm and 112/117 cm (40/42 and 44/46 in)
• 7 balls – sizes 122/127 cm (48/50 in)
• 7 balls – sizes 132/137 cm (52/54 in)

Two pairs of knitting needles are required: 4 mm (UK8 / USA6) needles for the main fabric and 3¼ mm (UK10 / USA3) needles for the ribbed sections. A 3¼ mm circular needle is also listed as optional, which may be used for picking up stitches around the neckline or front bands. Three