Cabled Jackets in Hayfield Bonus Aran - 9396 - Downloadable PDF

Hayfield Bonus Aran Cabled Jackets – Pattern 9396

Pattern 9396 from Hayfield presents two classic cabled jackets knitted in Hayfield Bonus Aran weight yarn. Both designs are worked in the same pattern booklet and share construction techniques, but each offers a distinct style: a Collared Cabled Jacket and a Cabled Jacket. These are substantial, wearable garments suited to knitters with some experience of cable work, offering a timeless, textured aesthetic that makes them wardrobe staples.

Designs Included

Collared Cabled Jacket

The first design is a Collared Cabled Jacket, knitted using Hayfield Bonus Aran in shade 930. The collar detail adds a classic, structured finish that frames the neckline beautifully. Like its companion design, it features richly textured cable panels set against a background stitch, creating a garment with real visual depth and warmth.

Cabled Jacket

The second design is a Cabled Jacket, worked in Hayfield Bonus Aran in shade 822. This version presents a clean, elegant silhouette with the same signature cable panelling. Both jackets are designed to be practical as well as stylish, featuring button fastenings.

Sizes and Measurements

Both jackets are available in a generous range of sizes, making them accessible to a wide range of knitters:

• To fit bust: 81/86 cm (32/34 in) through to 132/137 cm (52/54 in) — six sizes in total
• Actual measurement: 90 cm (35½ in) to 140 cm (55¼ in)
• Full length: 68 cm (26¾ in) to 86 cm (34 in), varying by size
• Sleeve length: 48–50 cm (19–19¾ in), described as adjustable

Materials Required

Yarn

Both jackets use Hayfield Bonus Aran, an aran weight yarn available in large 400g balls. Each jacket requires 2 to 3 balls depending on size, making this an economical project given the generous ball weight. The pattern also notes that Sirdar Click Aran and Sirdar Denim Sport Aran are suitable substitutes, though yarn amounts may vary.

Needles and Notions

• 5mm (UK6 / USA8) knitting needles — main needle size for the body fabric
• 4mm (UK8 / USA6) knitting needles — used for ribbing and edgings
• Cable needle — essential for working the cable stitches
• 7 or 8 buttons depending on size (7 for smaller sizes, 8 for larger)

Tension

Achieving the correct tension is described as essential to the success of this pattern. The stated tension is 22 stitches and 26 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over rice stitch on 5mm needles. The 32-stitch cable pattern panel measures 15 cm (6 in) in width. Knitters are advised to adjust needle size if necessary to match these measurements precisely.

Techniques Used

This pattern brings together several classic knitting techniques, making it an excellent project for knitters looking to develop or practise their cable skills:

• Cable knitting — the defining feature of both jackets, creating raised, rope-like twisted columns of stitches using a cable needle
• Rice stitch — used as the background fabric, creating a subtle, textured surface that contrasts beautifully with the smooth cable panels
• Ribbing — worked on smaller 4mm needles for cuffs, hems, and button bands to provide stretch and a neat finish
• Shaping