Atacama (sleeveless) Jacket in Rowan Summerlite DK - Downloadable PDF

Atacama (Sleeveless) Jacket in Rowan Summerlite DK

What is Being Made

The Atacama is a sleeveless knitted jacket designed by Martin Storey. This intermediate-level garment is available in nine sizes, ranging from chest measurements of 71-76 cm (28-30 inches) up to 152-157 cm (60-62 inches). The finished garment measurements at the underarm span from 93.5 cm to 175.5 cm, offering a versatile fit range for various body types. As a sleeveless design, this piece works as a layering garment or standalone vest-style jacket suitable for warm weather wear.

Techniques Used

This knitting pattern employs several essential garment construction techniques. The pattern includes armhole shaping, achieved through casting off stitches at the beginning of rows followed by strategic decreases worked at each end of subsequent rows and alternate rows. This creates a fitted armhole opening. The pattern also incorporates row-by-row gauge management, with specific stitch counts maintained throughout different sections of the garment. The construction method involves working pieces that are then assembled, with careful attention to row counts between shaping sections to ensure proper proportions and fit.

Stitches Used

The Atacama pattern utilizes fundamental knitting stitches appropriate for an intermediate skill level. The pattern involves cast-on and cast-off techniques for creating edges and shaping armholes. Decreasing stitches is a primary shaping method, worked consistently at garment edges to create the fitted armhole and overall silhouette. The pattern requires understanding of right-side and wrong-side row work, as the instructions specify directional guidance for proper stitch orientation and pattern continuity throughout the garment sections.

Materials

This pattern is designed specifically for Rowan Summerlite DK yarn, a lightweight double-knitting weight yarn ideal for warm-weather garments. The yarn choice reflects the sleeveless nature of the design and its suitability for layering or standalone wear in warmer seasons. The pattern would be worked on needles appropriate for DK-weight yarn, typically in the range of US 3-6 (3.25-4 mm), though specific needle recommendations would be found in the complete pattern details. The DK weight provides a fabric with good drape and breathability, essential characteristics for a sleeveless jacket.

Pattern Details

• Designed by Martin Storey
• Skill level: Intermediate
• Format: Downloadable PDF pattern
• Nine size options accommodating chest measurements from 28-30 inches to 60-62 inches
• Sleeveless construction suitable for layering or warm-weather wear
• Armhole shaping with cast-off and decrease techniques
• Stitch counts range from 103 to 193 stitches depending on size