Loveknits Fine Long Jacket

Sizes: XS/S (M) L (XL)

The finished bust circumference of the jacket is approximately 110 (120) 130 (140) cm, and it is designed to fit a bust measurement of approximately 70–90 cm (90–110 cm) 110–120 cm (120–130 cm).

The jacket is designed to be oversized and therefore has additional ease beyond the bust measurement. The length is approximately 66 (68) 70 (72) cm, measured from the back of the neck to the bottom, down the center back.

Yarn

Yarn requirements:

12 (13) 13 (14) balls of Super Kid Silk Mohair. The cardigan is knitted with 4 strands held together.

Or

6 (6) 7 (8) balls of Fashion Light Luxury Brushed Alpaca, held together with 7 (7) 8 (9) balls of Mohair Brigitte No. 3. One strand of each.

Or

3 (3) 3 (4) skeins of thick hand-dyed mohair (approximately 200 meters per skein, e.g. Fat Mohair from Sysleriget), held together with 7 (7) 8 (9) balls of Mohair Brigitte No. 3. One strand of each.

Gauge: 10 sts = 10 cm in stockinette stitch.

Many other yarn qualities can also be used. Always make a gauge swatch before you begin.

Needles and notions

You will need:

8 stitch markers (abbreviated sm in the pattern)

9 mm circular needle, 40 cm

7 mm circular needle, 80 cm

9 mm circular needle, 80 cm

7 mm double-pointed needles, if you are not using the Magic Loop technique for the ribbing on the sleeves

2 stitch holders, or 2 pieces of scrap yarn for holding stitches

The jacket is knitted top down with raglan sleeves, allowing you to try it on as you work and adjust the length of the sleeves and body as needed.

A classic oversized jacket with a great fit that works well as a wardrobe staple.