V-Neck Jacket with Pockets Knitting Pattern – Naturally N1451 This relaxed V-neck jacket features a modern silhouette with integrated pockets and a beautifully blended ombré colour effect. The simple stocking stitch allows the yarn’s colour transitions to take centre stage, creating a striking yet easy-to-wear garment. The jacket is worked flat in separate pieces from the bottom up, with shaping through the body and sleeves for a comfortable fit. The pockets are incorporated during construction, and a wide ribbed band is picked up around the front edges and neckline for a clean, finished look. Photographed in Nako Ombre 12ply, a self-striping yarn that creates seamless colour changes without the need for multiple yarns. Sizes Size (to fit bust cm) 81 86 91 96 102 107 112 Finished Bust (cm) 86 91 96 102 107 112 117 Lower Edge (cm) 102 107 112 117 122 127 132 Length (cm) 68 69 70 70 71 71 71 Sleeve Length (cm) 46 46 47 47 48 48 48 Designed with positive ease for a relaxed, comfortable fit. Yarn Requirements Recommended yarn: Nako Ombre 12ply Size 81 86 91 96 102 107 112 Yarn required (approx metres)* 760 950 950 950 1140 1140 1140 *Estimated from 100 g ball quantities listed in the pattern. Suitable for 12 ply / bulky yarns, especially self-striping or gradient yarns. Needles & Notions 5.00 mm knitting needles 5.50 mm knitting needles 5.00 mm circular needle (100–120 cm for rib band) Stitch holders 4 buttons Tapestry needle Gauge 16 stitches × 22 rowsStocking stitch on 5.50 mm needles Accurate gauge is important for correct sizing. Construction Overview Knit flat in separate pieces (back, fronts, sleeves, and pocket linings) Bottom-up construction Ribbed hem followed by stocking stitch body Integrated pockets worked into front pieces Shaping through body using decreases V-neck formed during front construction Sleeves worked flat and set in Ribbed front band and neckline picked up and worked in one piece Seamed finishing for structure ✔ Relaxed V-neck cardigan style✔ Features functional pockets✔ Ideal for self-striping yarns✔ Suitable for intermediate knitters
