Garter Stitch Jacket & Hat Knitting Pattern (K3083)

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Garter Stitch Jacket & Hat Naturally K3083 | Opal Wirbelwind 4ply A classic garter stitch jacket and coordinating hat designed to showcase the beautiful colour changes of Opal Wirb elwind 4ply yarn. This textured children’s jacket is worked largely in one piece from the lower back, creating a clean silhouette with minimal shaping. Designed for 6 months to 3 years, this timeless set is practical, comfortable, and perfect for layering. Construction Overview Jacket• Worked in one piece beginning at lower back edge• Garter stitch throughout• Sleeves cast on from body• Fronts shaped after back neck cast off• Button band integrated into front• Seamed sides and sleeves (Girls and Boys button placement options included.) Hat• Worked flat• Ribbed brim• Garter stitch body• Crown shaping with staged decreases• Seamed Jacket Sizes 6 months (9–12 months) 18 months (2 years) 3 years Designed to Fit Chest 43 (46) 48 (53) 58.5 cm17 (18) 19 (21) 23 inches Finished Measurements (Jacket) Size 6 mths 9–12 mths 18 mths 2 yrs 3 yrs Finished chest (cm) 48 51 54 59 65 Length to shoulder (cm) 26 29 32 35 39 Sleeve length (cm) 15 17 19 21 23 Designed with approximately 5–7 cm of positive ease for layering. Hat Sizes To fit approx: 6–9 months (12–18 months) 2–3 years Approximate head circumference: 40 (43) 46 cm15¾ (17) 18 inches Yarn Requirements OPAL Wirbelwind 4ply100 g balls - 425m Size 6 mths 9–12 mths 18 mths 2 yrs 3 yrs Balls required 2 2 2 3 3 Approx. meterage (m) 850m 850m 850m 1275m 1275m Needles & Notions • 2.75 mm straight needles (US 2)• 3.25 mm straight needles (US 3)• Stitch holders• Stitch markers• 4 (4, 5, 5, 5) buttons• Tapestry needle Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. Gauge 26 stitches = 10 × 10 cmGarter stitch on 3.25 mm needles Checking tension carefully is essential for correct sizing. Design Features • Textured garter stitch fabric• Minimal shaping construction• Integrated button bands• Girls and Boys version options• Matching hat included Skill Level ★ ★ ☆Advanced Beginner – suitable for knitters comfortable with basic shaping and buttonholes. Why You’ll Love This Pattern • Relaxed, easy-fit children’s jacket• Durable and practical garter stitch• Great beginner garment project• Showcases self-striping yarn beautifully• Coordinated jacket and hat set Show more