Olga’s Jacket is the ultimate cozy knit - the one you reach for on a chilly morning, style effortlessly throughout the day, and rely on for crisp evening walks. A classic, timeless piece destined to become a cherished heirloom.
The garment is worked continuously, in one piece - triangle by triangle, in garter stitch and ribbing. Surprisingly easy - only a handful of techniques are used, but extremely engaging and fun!
The body and sleeves are worked flat, then seamed together. Stitches are picked up to work the neckband, after which the pockets are created. The jacket is finished by picking up stitches at the bottom and working the fold over hem. From start to finish - this project will be just as comforting and exciting to knit as it will be to wear!
SIZES (1, 2, 3) 4, 5, 6
Chest: approx. (42, 49, 56) 63, 70, 77 in / (107, 124, 142) 160, 178, 196 cm.
Sleeve width (upper sleeve): (17.25, 19.25, 21.25) 23.25, 25.25, 27.25)” / (44, 49, 54) 59, 64, 69) cm.
Suggested fit: 10-24”/25-61 cm. This is a suggestion. If you prefer a tighter fit, choose a smaller size with a lesser bust circumference - but also check the sleeve width measurement to ensure a good fit.
Sample shown in size 3 on a 35”/89 cm bust.
MATERIALS
Yarn: mYak Fibers - Tibetan Cloud Wool 328 yds/300 mt, 100g/3.52 oz.
Colors used in sample: Lotus Blossom (C1), Blue Lagoon (C2), Almondine (C3), Dandelion (C4), Celadon Blue (C5).
C1: (1, 1, 1) 2, 2, 2 skein/s
C2: (1, 1, 1) 2, 2, 2 skein/s
C3: (3, 3, 3) 4, 4, 5 skeins
C4: (1, 2, 2) 2, 3, 3 skein/s
C5: (1, 1, 1) 1, 2, 2 skein/s
C1: (216, 270, 326) 380, 434, 488) yds / (198, 247, 299) 348, 397, 447 meters
C2: (196, 259, 322) 385, 448, 511 yds / (180, 237, 295) 353, 410, 468 meters
C3: (692, 827, 962) 1097, 1232, 1367 yds / (633, 757, 880) 1004, 1127, 1250 meters
C4: (326, 401, 476) 553, 626, 701 yds / (319, 387, 456) 524, 593, 662 meters
C5: (194, 237, 280) 323, 366, 409 yds / (178, 217, 257) 296, 335, 374 meters
GAUGE
16 sts x 32 rows in 4” / 10 cm, in garter stitch on main size needles, after blocking.
Needles: US4/3.5 mm (main) and US2/2.75 mm (ribbing).
