Jackets in King Cole Chunky - 4721 - Downloadable PDF

Jackets Knitted in King Cole Chunky – Pattern 4721

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from King Cole presents a collection of chunky-weight knitted jackets designed for adults. The pattern covers chest sizes ranging from 86 cm to 112 cm (34 in to 44 in), making it suitable for a broad range of fits. Rated as an advanced knitting project, this pattern is best suited to experienced knitters who are comfortable working with multiple techniques and reading detailed instructions. As with all King Cole patterns, a donation is made to the Pink Ribbon Foundation with every purchase.

What Is Being Made

The pattern produces knitted jackets worked in King Cole Chunky yarn. The chunky weight of the yarn means these are substantial, warm garments with a bold, textured appearance. Jackets of this type typically feature structured shaping through the body and sleeves, with finishing details such as button bands, collars, or neckline treatments, all worked in the same yarn for a cohesive result.

Techniques Used

As an advanced-level pattern, the jackets incorporate a range of knitting techniques that require confidence and experience. Key techniques referenced in the pattern include:

• Tension/gauge checking – The pattern strongly emphasises knitting a tension square before commencing, as achieving the correct tension is critical to the finished size and fit of the garment.
• Increasing and decreasing – Used throughout for garment shaping, including sleeve tapers, armhole shaping, and neckline construction.
• Working from a written pattern – Following row-by-row instructions with multiple abbreviations and stitch pattern changes.
• Seaming and finishing – Joining knitted sections to construct the completed jacket.

Stitches Used

The pattern makes use of several distinct stitch types, each contributing to the texture and structure of the finished jackets:

• Stocking stitch (st-st) – The classic knitting stitch worked with the right side knit and the wrong side purled, producing a smooth, flat fabric on the right side.
• Reversed stocking stitch (rev st-st) – The opposite of standard stocking stitch, with the purl side used as the right side, creating a textured, bobbled surface that adds visual interest.
• Garter stitch (gst) – Every row is knitted, producing a ridged, reversible fabric with good elasticity. This stitch is often used for borders, bands, and decorative panels.
• Garter stitch rib (gst rib) – A combination stitch that blends the structure of ribbing with the texture of garter stitch, commonly used for cuffs, hems, and button bands to provide stretch and a neat edge.
• Knit (K) and Purl (P) – The two foundational stitches from which all the above stitch patterns are constructed.

Tension and Needle Information

Two distinct tension specifications are given in the pattern, reflecting the different stitch types used across the designs:

• 14 stitches and 20 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over stocking stitch or reversed stocking stitch, using 6 mm needles.
• 14 stitches and 28 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over garter stitch rib, using 5.5 mm needles.

The difference in row tension between the two needle sizes highlights how stitch type and needle size interact to affect the density and drape of the fabric. Knitters are advised to adjust needle size up or down if their personal tension does not match the stated figures.

Materials

The jackets are designed to be knitted in King Cole Chunky yarn, a chunky-weight yarn from the well-known British brand King Cole. Chunky yarn works up quickly on larger needles, making it ideal for substantial outerwear such as jackets. The pattern calls for 6 mm and 5.5 mm knitting needles depending on the stitch section being worked.

Pattern Format

This pattern is available as a download