Peacock Jacket

Peacock Jacket by Simone Francis

What is Being Made

The Peacock Jacket is a fitted cardigan top designed by Simone Francis and crafted using crochet techniques. This intermediate-level garment features an attractive colour work yoke inspired by cold, rocky landscapes, combining multiple yarn colors to create visual depth and texture. The jacket is available in ten sizes ranging from XS to 6X, making it accessible to a wide range of body types.

Crochet Techniques Used

This design is constructed using Tunisian crochet, a hybrid technique that combines elements of traditional crochet and knitting. Tunisian crochet creates a dense, fabric-like texture that is ideal for fitted garments. The pattern incorporates colour work in the yoke section, allowing crafters to create intricate patterned designs by working with multiple yarn colors. This technique requires careful attention to color changes and stitch placement to achieve the desired visual effect.

Stitches and Construction

While specific stitch abbreviations are not detailed in the pattern excerpt provided, Tunisian crochet typically employs fundamental stitches adapted to the Tunisian method. The yoke features colour work, which involves strategic yarn color changes to build the decorative pattern. The body of the jacket is fitted, suggesting the use of shaping techniques such as increases and decreases to achieve the tailored silhouette.

Materials Required

The Peacock Jacket is designed to be worked in Drops Nepal yarn, a blend of 65% wool and 35% alpaca in an aran weight. This yarn choice provides warmth, durability, and a beautiful drape suitable for a fitted cardigan. The pattern calls for six coordinating colorways:

• Yarn A: Off White 0100 (1 ball)
• Yarn B: Grey Mix 0501 (2–4 balls depending on size)
• Yarn C: Pistachio 1477 (1 ball)
• Yarn D: Med Grey Mix 0517 (3–6 balls depending on size)
• Yarn E: Dark Grey Mix 0506 (3–6 balls depending on size)
• Yarn F: Black 8903 (4–6 balls depending on size)

Total yarn requirements vary by size, with larger sizes requiring additional yardage. The pattern notes that any heavy aran weight yarn can be substituted to achieve a similar effect, provided tension is checked to maintain correct sizing.

Tools and Notions

Crafters will need 5.50mm and 6.00mm Tunisian hooks with soft, flexible extension cables. Tunisian crochet requires longer hooks than traditional crochet to accommodate the working loops, and the flexible cables allow for comfortable working of larger projects. Additional supplies include an open-end zip (approximately 48–53 cm depending on size), a yarn needle for weaving in ends, and four stitch markers to track pattern repeats and shaping points.

Difficulty Level and Finished Sizing

Rated as intermediate difficulty, the Peacock Jacket is suitable for crocheters with foundational skills who are ready to explore Tunisian crochet and colour work techniques. The pattern provides finished measurements for ten sizes (XS, S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, and 6X), ensuring proper fit across diverse body types. The zip closure adds functionality and a polished finish to this landscape-inspired design.