Ladies Jacket in Sirdar Soukie DK - 7233 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Soukie DK Ladies Jacket – Pattern 7233: Full Summary

Pattern 7233 from Sirdar is a knitted ladies jacket worked in Sirdar Soukie DK yarn. Designed to suit a wide range of body shapes, this pattern includes six sizes ranging from 81/86 cm (32/34 in) to 132/137 cm (52/54 in) bust measurement, making it an inclusive choice for knitters of many sizes. The finished garment features a relaxed, wearable silhouette with a notable fringe detail, adding a stylish, textural finish to the hem or edges.

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a ladies knitted jacket with set-in or drop-shoulder sleeves. The jacket is a comfortable, everyday layering piece suitable for casual and smart-casual wear. Key finished measurements include:

• Actual bust measurement: 94 cm (37 in) to 145 cm (57¼ in) across the six sizes
• Full length: 60 cm (23¾ in) to 73 cm (28¾ in), excluding fringing
• Sleeve length: 31 cm (12 in) for the two smallest sizes, rising to 32 cm (12½ in) for the larger sizes

The inclusion of fringing as a decorative element gives this jacket a distinctive, bohemian character that sets it apart from more traditional knitted jacket designs.

Yarn and Materials

The pattern is written specifically for Sirdar Soukie DK in shade 180 (colourway F009), a double knitting weight yarn. The quantity required ranges from 10 balls (50 g each) for the smallest size up to 17 balls for the largest size, reflecting the generous sizing range covered by the pattern.

Sirdar also notes that this pattern is suitable for several alternative DK yarns, including:

• Country Style DK
• Click DK
• Wash 'n' Wear Double Crepe DK
• Calico DK
• Ella DK
• Cotton DK

Knitters should note that yarn amounts may vary when substituting, as the stated quantities are based on average requirements using the specified yarn and tension.

Needles Required

The pattern calls for the following needles:

• One pair of 4 mm (UK 8 / USA 6) knitting needles – used for the main body fabric
• One pair of 3¼ mm (UK 10 / USA 3) knitting needles – used for ribbing and border sections
• One 3¼ mm (UK 10 / USA 3) 80 cm circular needle – listed as optional, typically used for picking up and working button bands or neckbands in the round

Tension

The stated tension for this pattern is 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over stocking stitch on 4 mm needles. Achieving the correct tension is essential for the finished jacket to match the stated measurements. Knitters are always advised to work a tension swatch before beginning and to adjust needle size as necessary.

Stitches and Techniques Used

Based on the pattern details provided, this jacket uses a combination of classic knitting stitches and construction techniques:

• Stocking stitch – the primary fabric stitch, creating a smooth knitted surface on the right side and a purl texture on the wrong side
• Rib stitch – typically used for cuffs, welts, and button bands to create a neat, elasticated edge; the use of smaller 3¼ mm needles for these sections is characteristic of this approach
• Fringing – a decorative finishing technique where lengths of yarn are folded and looped through the edge of the knitted fabric to create a fringe; this is a hand-finishing step worked after the main knitting is complete