J'adore Quilted Knit Jacket Knitting Pattern

J'adore Quilted Knit Jacket in Juniper Moon Findley

What Is Being Made

The J'adore is a quilted knit jacket from the Pondicherry Collection, designed by Karen Boykin. This garment features distinctive quilt patterning across the body and sleeves, combining classic warmth with contemporary style. The jacket is available in seven sizes ranging from XS to 3X, with finished chest measurements from 32¾ inches (83 cm) up to 53¾ inches (136 cm) and lengths from 23¼ inches (59 cm) to 27¾ inches (70.5 cm).

Techniques Used

This knit jacket employs several advanced knitting techniques to achieve its distinctive appearance. The primary construction method uses circular needles worked flat, allowing for seamless integration of colorwork and textural elements. The jacket incorporates yarn held double throughout, which creates a denser, warmer fabric suitable for a structured jacket. The quilting effect is achieved through strategic use of slip stitches and color changes, creating a three-dimensional visual and tactile quality. The pattern includes increases (using the m1 method) and decreases (using the ssk technique) to shape the garment's silhouette across multiple sizes.

Stitches Used

The J'adore quilted knit jacket features two primary stitch patterns that work together to create its signature look:

• Stockinette Stitch: The foundational stitch used for the main body sections, providing a smooth, classic knit fabric base that serves as the backdrop for the quilting details.
• Royal Quilting Stitch: A complex textured stitch that is the defining feature of this jacket. This stitch works over a multiple of 6 plus 5 stitches and requires 5 rows to complete one pattern repeat. It combines knit stitches, purl stitches, and strategic slip stitches worked with and without yarn in back (wyib), creating the quilted appearance. The stitch incorporates a technique where the needle is inserted under loose strands from previous rows, building dimensional texture.
• Half Linen Stitch: Used for edge details and finishing, this stitch combines slip stitches worked with yarn in back and yarn in front (wyib and wyif) to create a refined, stable edge.

Materials

The J'adore quilted knit jacket is constructed using Juniper Moon Farm FindLey yarn, a premium fiber choice that supports the jacket's structure and drape. The pattern calls for yarn held double throughout, requiring 3 to 5 balls of FindLey in color #40 Sea Green (the main color, depending on size) and 2 balls of FindLey in color #36 Deep Blue (the contrast color used in the Royal Quilting Stitch). Knitters will need US 3 (3.25 mm) circular needles in either 24-inch (60 cm) or 32-inch (80 cm) lengths, selected based on the size being made and personal preference. The pattern specifies a gauge of 24 stitches and 32 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in Stockinette stitch with yarn held double, and 32 stitches and 32 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in Royal Quilting Stitch with yarn held double. Additional notions include a tapestry needle for finishing, stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats, and scrap yarn or stitch holders for managing stitches during construction.