Jacket in Sirdar Plushtweed - 7876- Downloadable PDF

Jacket in Sirdar Plushtweed – Pattern 7876

This knitting pattern (Sirdar pattern number 7876) provides instructions for a classic knitted jacket worked in Sirdar Plushtweed yarn. The design is available as a downloadable PDF and is rated as an intermediate level project, making it well suited to knitters who are comfortable with shaping and construction but may not yet be tackling highly complex techniques. The pattern is notably inclusive, offering a wide range of sizes from a 32/34 inch to a 52/54 inch bust, covering six size options in total.

What Is Being Made

The finished garment is a fully knitted jacket with set-in or shaped sleeves, a structured body, and button fastening. It is designed to be a comfortable, wearable outer layer with a relaxed but tailored silhouette. The actual finished measurements range from 90 cm (35½ in) to 140 cm (55¼ in) across the chest, providing generous ease across all sizes. The full length of the jacket ranges from approximately 70 cm to 83 cm depending on the size chosen, and the sleeve length is given as approximately 46 to 48 cm, noted as adjustable to suit individual preference.

Materials Required

• Yarn: Sirdar Plushtweed in shade F216 / 255 — a chunky, textured yarn with a distinctive tweed-effect finish. The quantity required ranges from 7 to 10 x 100g balls depending on the size being knitted. Yarn amounts are based on average requirements when the specified tension and yarn are used.
• Needles: One pair of 6½mm (UK3 / USA 10.5) knitting needles for the main fabric, and one pair of 5½mm (UK5 / USA 9) knitting needles for any ribbed or border sections.
• Buttons: 3 buttons are required for the front fastening.

Yarn: Sirdar Plushtweed

Sirdar Plushtweed is a chunky-weight yarn that combines a soft, plush handle with a classic tweed-style appearance, often featuring flecks of colour woven through the base. It is well suited to outerwear projects such as jackets and coats, providing warmth and visual texture without excessive weight. Working with a yarn of this character means the finished jacket has a rich, artisan quality that suits both casual and smart-casual styling.

Stitches and Techniques Used

The pattern is constructed using a combination of fundamental and intermediate knitting stitches and techniques:

• Stocking stitch — the primary stitch used for the main body and sleeves of the jacket, creating a smooth knit side on the right side of the fabric. The tension is set at 8 stitches and 14 rows to 10 cm over stocking stitch on 6½mm needles.
• Rib stitch — typically used on cuffs, hem borders, and front bands, worked on the smaller 5½mm needles to create a neat, elasticated edge that helps the jacket retain its shape.
• Shaping techniques — including increases and decreases to shape the armholes, sleeve head, and any waist or body shaping, which is what places this pattern in the intermediate difficulty category.
• Buttonhole construction — worked into the front band or button band to accommodate the 3 buttons.
• Seaming and finishing — the jacket is knitted in separate pieces (back, fronts, and sleeves) which are then joined using standard mattress stitch or backstitch seaming, a key skill for intermediate knitters.

Pattern Construction and Sizing

The pattern is written to cover six sizes, with instructions for each size given in sequence throughout the pattern. Knitters are advised to identify their size at the outset and follow the corresponding figures consistently. The sleeve length is noted as adjustable, allowing knitters to personalise the fit. The generous size range — from 81/86 cm up to 132/137 cm bust