Women's Jacket in Sirdar Cotton 4 Ply - 7362 - Downloadable PDF

Women's Jacket in Sirdar Cotton 4 Ply – Pattern 7362

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Sirdar provides full instructions for a classic women's jacket worked in Sirdar Cotton 4 Ply. The design is available in six sizes, covering dress sizes 10 through 20, with actual bust measurements ranging from 85 cm (33½ in) to 111 cm (43¾ in), making it an accessible and versatile project for a wide range of knitters.

What Is Being Made

The finished garment is a tailored women's jacket suitable for warm-weather or year-round wear thanks to its cotton yarn base. The jacket features set-in or structured sleeves and a button fastening, requiring 8 or 9 buttons depending on the size chosen. Full lengths range from 48 cm (19 in) for size 10 up to 56 cm (22 in) for size 20, while sleeve lengths run from 43 cm (17 in) to 47 cm (18½ in) across the size range.

Sizes Available

• Size 10: To fit 81 cm (32 in) bust – actual 85 cm (33½ in)
• Size 12: To fit 86 cm (34 in) bust – actual 90 cm (35½ in)
• Size 14: To fit 91 cm (36 in) bust – actual 95 cm (37½ in)
• Size 16: To fit 97 cm (38 in) bust – actual 101 cm (39¾ in)
• Size 18: To fit 102 cm (40 in) bust – actual 106 cm (41¾ in)
• Size 20: To fit 107 cm (42 in) bust – actual 111 cm (43¾ in)

Techniques Used

This is a knitting pattern worked flat in separate pieces that are subsequently seamed together. The construction follows a traditional approach typical of classic knitwear design, with individual pieces — such as the back, fronts, and sleeves — knitted separately before being joined. The button band or front border is also incorporated as part of the making-up process. Knitters will need a working knowledge of shaping techniques including increasing and decreasing to achieve the correct garment silhouette, as well as neat seaming skills for finishing.

Stitches Used

• Stocking stitch – the primary fabric stitch used throughout the main body and sleeves, creating a smooth, flat knitted surface ideal for showcasing the cotton yarn
• Rib stitch – typically used for welts, cuffs, and button bands in patterns of this style, providing elasticity and a neat, professional finish at the edges

Tension

The stated tension is 28 stitches and 36 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over stocking stitch. Achieving the correct tension is essential to ensure the finished jacket matches the stated measurements. Knitters are advised to work a tension swatch before beginning and to adjust needle size accordingly — using a thinner needle if fewer stitches are produced, or a thicker needle if more stitches result.

Materials Required

The pattern calls for Sirdar Cotton 4 Ply in shade 520 (pattern reference F035), a lightweight 4 ply yarn sold in 100 g balls. The quantity required is:

• 4 balls for sizes 10, 12, 14, and 16
• 5 balls for sizes 18 and 20

The pattern notes that Sirdar Country Style 4 Ply is also suitable as a substitute yarn, though yarn amounts may vary when an alternative is used. Two pairs of knitting needles are required:

• 3 mm needles (UK 10 / USA 3) – for the main fabric
• 2¾ mm needles (UK 12 / USA