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UKHKA 175 Matinee Coat, Bonnet and Bootees – A Complete Baby DK Knitting Set

This UKHKA 175 pattern from UKHKA is a classic baby knitting set worked in Double Knitting (DK) weight yarn, offering a timeless trio of coordinating pieces: a Matinee Coat, a Bonnet, and a pair of Bootees. Rated as an intermediate knitting project, this downloadable PDF pattern is a wonderful choice for knitters who have moved beyond the basics and are comfortable working from multi-size instructions. The set is designed to fit babies with chest measurements ranging from 31 cm (12 in) up to 56 cm (22 in), making it suitable for newborns through to older infants.

The Matinee Coat

The Matinee Coat is the centrepiece of this pattern. A matinee coat is a traditional style of baby jacket, typically slightly longer than a standard baby cardigan, designed to keep a baby warm and comfortable during the early months. The coat features a neat, classic construction with shaped sleeves and a tidy finish.

Sizing and Measurements

• Chest sizes: 31, 36, 41, 46, 51, and 56 cm (12, 14, 16, 18, 20, and 22 in)
• Actual measurements: 36, 41, 46, 51, 56, and 61 cm (14, 16, 18, 20, 22, and 24 in)
• Full length (approximate): 20, 24, 27, 29, 32, and 38 cm (8, 9½, 10¾, 11½, 12½, and 15 in)
• Sleeve length (approximate): 8, 12, 15, 17, 20, and 24 cm (3, 4¾, 6, 6½, 8, and 9½ in)

Techniques and Finishing

The Matinee Coat uses standard knitting construction techniques including shaping through increasing and decreasing, working with stitch holders to hold stitches while other sections are completed, and finishing with a single button fastening. A length of ribbon is also threaded through the coat as a decorative and functional detail, adding a delicate, heirloom quality to the finished garment.

The Bonnet

The Bonnet is a sweet, coordinating baby hat designed to complement the Matinee Coat perfectly. Baby bonnets are a traditional accessory that frame a baby's face and provide warmth around the head and ears. Like the coat, the bonnet is finished with ribbon ties, threaded through the knitting to create a soft, decorative border and a secure fastening under the chin.

Sizing

The bonnet is worked across the same range of sizes as the coat, ensuring a well-matched set for babies from newborn upwards. Instructions for all six sizes are included within the single pattern document.

The Bootees

The Bootees complete the three-piece set, providing a snug and charming foot covering for a young baby. Knitted bootees are a perennial favourite in baby knitting, and this pattern incorporates ribbon as a finishing detail, consistent with the rest of the set. The bootees are worked across all six sizes, making them a versatile addition to the pattern.

Stitches Used

The pattern makes use of several core knitting stitches and techniques throughout all three pieces:

• Stocking Stitch (St-St): The primary fabric stitch, worked by knitting on right-side rows and purling on wrong-side rows. This creates a smooth, classic surface ideal for baby garments.
• Knit (K) and Purl (P) stitches form the foundation of all sections.
• Yarn Forward (yfwd) and Yarn Round Needle (yrn) are used to create decorative eyelets, likely used for threading ribbon.
• Slip stitch techniques including