Holly Jacket by Theresa Schabes

Holly Jacket

Knitting
February 2008
Aran (8 wpi) ?
20.5 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches
in rev St st on larger needles.
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 5 - 3.75 mm
1012 - 1748 yards (925 - 1598 m)
33 (34.5, 37.5, 41.5, 45.5, 50.5)" bust circumference
English
This pattern is available from interweave.com for $7.99.

Cardigan is featured on the cover of this issue of Interweave Knits.

Pattern description from Interweave Knits, Spring 2008: “The Holly Jacket makes a classic silhouette feel fresh again: Flared elbow-length sleeves, chunky buttons, and a wide boatneck add up to a flirty jacket ideal for cool spring days. Theresa Schabes knits lustrous silk entirely in reverse stockinette to create a richly textured, damask-like fabric. Rapid decreases and a gauge change at the true waist create an A-line shape with a softly gathered effect.”

Finished Size: 33 (34.5, 37.5, 41.5, 45.5, 50.5)“ bust circumference

Yarn: Skacel Collection Urban Silk (80% silk, 20% cotton; 92 yd 84 m/50 g): #11 chartreuse, 11 (12, 13, 15, 17, 19) balls.

Needles: Sizes 6 (4 mm) and 5 (3.75 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions: Removable markers (m); tapestry needle; three 1.5” decorative buttons; five 0.5” functional buttons; sewing needle and matching thread.