Boys Jackets in Hayfield Bonus Baby Changes DK - 1322 - Downloadable PDF

Hayfield Bonus Baby Changes DK Boys Jackets – Pattern 1322: Detailed Summary

Pattern 1322 from Hayfield offers knitters two charming boys' jacket designs worked in Hayfield Bonus Baby Changes DK yarn — a Jacket with Hood and a Jacket with Collar. Both versions are sized to fit babies and children from birth through 7 years, making this a versatile downloadable PDF pattern that can grow with a child or be knitted repeatedly as a treasured handmade gift.

Designs Included

Jacket with Hood

The first design is a classic boys' jacket finished with an attached hood, giving it a practical and cosy appeal ideal for cooler weather. This version is worked in Hayfield Baby Changes DK shade 562, a self-striping or colour-changing yarn that adds visual interest without requiring the knitter to manage multiple balls of yarn. The hood makes this jacket particularly well suited to babies and toddlers, providing extra warmth and a sporty, contemporary look.

Jacket with Collar

The second design features a neat collar finish in place of the hood, creating a slightly more traditional and tailored appearance. This version is knitted in Hayfield Baby Changes DK shade 563, another colourway from the same self-patterning range. The collar neckline gives the jacket a smart finish suitable for everyday wear or slightly more special occasions.

Sizes and Measurements

Both jackets are available in six sizes to fit chest measurements from 41 cm (16 in) up to 66 cm (26 in), corresponding to ages 0–6 months, 6–12 months, 1–2 years, 2–3 years, 4–5 years, and 6–7 years. The actual garment measurements range from 47 cm to 72 cm in width, providing a comfortable fit with ease. Full lengths range from approximately 24 cm (9½ in) for the smallest size up to 48 cm (19 in) for the largest, and sleeve lengths — noted as adjustable — range from 15 cm (6 in) to 33 cm (13 in).

Materials Required

Yarn

• Hayfield Bonus Baby Changes DK — a DK weight yarn sold in 100g balls
• Jacket with Hood (shade 562): requires 1 ball for sizes 0–6 months, 2 balls for sizes 6–12 months through 4–5 years, and 3 balls for size 6–7 years
• Jacket with Collar (shade 563): requires 1 ball for sizes 0–6 months and 6–12 months, 2 balls for sizes 1–2 years through 4–5 years, and 3 balls for size 6–7 years
• Yarn quantities are based on average requirements when the specified yarn and tension are used

Needles and Notions

• 4mm knitting needles (UK 8 / USA 6) — one pair, used for the main body fabric
• 3¼mm knitting needles (UK 10 / USA 3) — one pair, typically used for ribbed edgings and borders
• A cable needle is also required, indicating that cable stitch detailing features in one or both designs
• 5 buttons for the three smallest sizes, and 6 buttons for the three largest sizes

Techniques and Stitches Used

Primary Knitting Techniques

• Stocking stitch — the main fabric of both jackets is worked in stocking stitch (knit on right side, purl on wrong side), producing a smooth, classic fabric well suited to showcasing the colour-changing properties of Hayfield Baby Changes DK
• Rib stitch — ribbing is typically used for cuffs, button bands, and lower hems in