Jessie Jacket & Hat Knit Kit
The Jessie Jacket is knitted in the new New Zealand Merino DK. A rolled neck jacket with a cute top knot beanie.
Sizes approx. age: 0-3m, 3-6m, 6-9m,1yr, 2yrs, 3yrs
Finished chest: 45, 50, 55, 57, 60, 65cm
Actual Chest: 40, 45, 50, 52, 55, 60cm
Length: 26, 28, 30, 31, 33, 36cm
Sleeve length: 14,16,18,19,21,24cm
This New Zealand merino is the newest addition to our New Zealand Yarns range. This is light and bouncy and super soft merino wool that is perfect for baby knits as well as adult garments, blankets, and accessories. It has all the warmth of an 8Ply, yet it is super light and extremely soft.
- Composition: 100% New Zealand Merino
- Origin: New Zealand
- Meterage: 138 m per 50 g ball
- Weight: 50g ball
- Washing Instructions: Mild Machine Washable
- Tension: 22 sts & 30 rows = 10.0cm on 3.25mm to 4.00mm needles
Your Kit Includes everything you need to knit the Jessie Jacket & Hat in your preferred size.
- New Zealand Merino 8ply: 3, 4, 5 or 6 × 50 g balls, depending on size. Each ball contains 138 m; quantities cover both the jacket and hat.
- 20 mm Wooden Handmade with Love Buttons: 3 for 0–3 months, 4 for 3–6 / 6–9 months, and 6 for 1 / 2 years and 3 years.
- Knitting Pattern
- Hand Made with Love Leather Tag
- Stitch Markers
You will also need: 4 mm needles and 2 stitch holders (not included).
Skill level and techniques
Intermediate. A jacket with rolled neckline and matching top-knot beanie; garment shaping and finishing make this more involved than a first project.
Related yarn and patterns
Explore New Zealand Merino 8ply or the Jessie Jacket & Hat pattern separately.
Frequently asked questions
Does the kit make both jacket and hat?
The listing supplies size-specific yarn and the Jessie knitting pattern for the matching set.
Which sizes are available?
Approximately 0–3 months through 3 years, with finished chest measurements of 45–65 cm.
Are buttons included?
Yes. The kit includes 20 mm Wooden Handmade with Love Buttons in the quantities below. Combined size options supply the higher button count, so there are enough for either size.
| Kit size option | Buttons supplied |
|---|---|
| 0–3 months | 3 |
| 3–6 months / 6–9 months | 4 |
| 1 year / 2 years | 6 |
| 3 years | 6 |
Jacket button requirements by individual size: 0–3 months: 3; 3–6 months: 3; 6–9 months: 4; 1 year: 5; 2 years: 6; 3 years: 6.
How much yarn is supplied?
The kit supplies New Zealand Merino 8ply at 138 m per 50 g ball. Quantities below cover both the jacket and matching hat and are rounded up to whole balls from the pattern’s metre allowances.
| Kit size option | Jacket + hat allowance (m) | 50 g balls supplied | Metres supplied |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 months | 400 | 3 | 414 |
| 3–6 months / 6–9 months | 500 | 4 | 552 |
| 1 year / 2 years | 600 | 5 | 690 |
| 3 years | 700 | 6 | 828 |
Check your tension before starting. Extra length or changes to the pattern may require additional yarn.
What tools are needed?
The listing names 4 mm needles and stitch holders as extras. Check the pattern for other finishing tools.