Lana Grossa Crochet Jacket Pattern

Lana Grossa Crochet Jacket in Gomitolo Pazzo

What Is Being Made

This is a sophisticated crochet jacket designed by Lana Grossa, available in three sizes: 36/38, 40/42, and 44. The garment features a classic cardigan silhouette with a structured front closure, long sleeves, and a coordinated neckband. The design combines functional tailoring with decorative lace patterning, making it suitable for both casual and semi-formal wear.

Construction Technique

The jacket is constructed using a bottom-up, worked-flat method, meaning pieces are crocheted individually from the lower edges upward, then assembled through seaming. This approach allows for precise shaping and easier adjustments during the fitting process. The garment is built in separate components—front panels, back panel, and sleeves—which are later joined together through shoulder seams and side seams.

Crochet Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The pattern employs multiple stitch techniques to create visual interest and structure:

• Single crochet (sc): Used for the foundation chains and the front and neckband edging, providing a firm, stable base
• Double crochet (dc): Featured in the decorative lace sections and neckband finishing
• Chain stitches (ch): Create the openwork and lace elements throughout the design
• Slip stitch (sl st): Used to join yarn and connect pieces during assembly

The main pattern consists of a repeating 24-row sequence that alternates between two charted patterns. Chart 1 and Chart 2 are worked in rotation, with Chart 1 appearing in 7-row and 1-row segments, while Chart 2 appears in 6-row, 4-row, and 1-row segments. This creates a sophisticated lace and texture combination that repeats throughout the body and sleeves.

Sleeve Shaping

The sleeves are shaped with strategic increases at the edges to create a fitted cap sleeve that gradually widens. Depending on size, increases occur at regular intervals (every 6th, 5th, or 4th row) to accommodate the different sizing options. The final sleeve length measures 38 cm from the cast-on edge, with sleeve stitches ranging from 53 to 57 stitches depending on size.

Neckband and Front Finishing

A 9-row front and neckband is worked as a separate component, combining single crochet rows with decorative double crochet lace elements. This band is slip-stitched to the front and neckline edges, creating a professional, finished appearance. The neckband includes special increases at the front neck shaping points to ensure proper fit and drape.

Materials and Tools

The jacket is crafted using Lana Grossa Gomitolo Pazzo, a blend yarn containing 52% cotton and 48% acrylic, which provides durability, breathability, and ease of care. The yarn is worked at 260 meters per 100 grams, offering good stitch definition. A total of 600 grams is required for sizes 36/38 and 40/42, with 700 grams needed for the largest size (44). The project uses two crochet hook sizes: a 3.5 mm hook for initial setup or edging, and a 6 mm hook for the main body and sleeves, allowing for varied fabric density and texture.

Finishing Techniques

Professional finishing is essential to this design. Pieces are pinned to specified measurements and blocked to shape before assembly. Shoulder seams are sewn first to establish the garment's frame, followed by sleeve attachment between marked positions. Side seams and sleeve seams are then sewn to complete the construction, ensuring clean, durable seams that support the lace pattern work.