Garter Stitch Jacket with Hood Knitting Pattern (K506)
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Garter Stitch Jacket with Hood Knitting Pattern — K506
A cosy garter-stitch baby jacket with a shaped hood and button front.
Construction and skill guidance
Knitted flat in one main piece from the lower back edge, with stitches cast on for the sleeves before the fronts are worked. The hood is knitted separately and sewn to the neck; sleeve and side seams complete the jacket.
Confident beginner: garter stitch, shaping, buttonholes and seaming.
Sizes and measurements
Choose by measurements; ages, where provided, are approximate.
| Size | To fit chest (cm) | Finished chest (cm) | Shoulder length (cm) | Sleeve length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newborn | 36 | 41 | 23 | 12 |
| 3 months | 41 | 46 | 25 | 13 |
| 6–9 months | 46 | 51 | 27 | 15 |
| 12–18 months | 51 | 56 | 29 | 17 |
Yarn requirements
New Zealand Merino 4ply, worked single-stranded. Approximately 178 m per 50 g.
| Size | Yarn (m) |
|---|---|
| Newborn | 534 |
| 3 months | 534 |
| 6–9 months | 712 |
| 12–18 months | 712 |
Converted from Baby Haven 4ply quantities at 178 m per 50 g; this yarn is now labelled New Zealand Merino 4ply. Knit and wash/block a swatch to match the pattern gauge; allow extra for swatching or changes.
Gauge
26 stitches to 10 cm in garter stitch on 3.25 mm needles. No row gauge is stated.
Needles and notions
3.25 mm needles; stitch holders, markers and a sewing-up needle. Buttons: 4, 4, 5, 5 by size.
Pattern format
Choose Digital PDF – Emailed or Printed Pattern – Posted. This purchase includes the pattern; yarn, needles and notions are purchased separately.
Frequently asked questions
Can I change the buttonhole side?
Yes. The pattern explains how to turn the main garment before attaching the hood and completing the seams.