MillaMia Sienna Jacket Crochet Pattern

MillaMia Sienna Jacket

What is Being Made

The MillaMia Sienna Jacket is an intermediate-level crochet garment designed as a Nordic-inspired cardigan jacket. Available in seven sizes ranging from chest 81-86cm (32-34 inches) to 142-147cm (56-58 inches), this jacket offers versatile sizing for various body types. The finished measurements range from 101cm (39¾ inches) chest width in the smallest size to 162cm (63¾ inches) in the largest size, with back neck lengths extending from 56cm (22 inches) to 68cm (26¾ inches) and sleeve lengths from 38cm (15 inches) to 42cm (16½ inches).

Techniques Used

The Sienna Jacket is constructed using seamed and worked flat crochet techniques. This construction method means the garment pieces are crocheted individually in flat panels rather than being worked in the round, and then sewn together to create the finished jacket. This approach provides excellent stitch definition and allows for precise shaping and sizing adjustments throughout the garment.

Stitches Used

The pattern employs fundamental crochet stitches to create its structure and texture:

• Double crochet (dc) — referred to as single crochet (sc) in US terminology — forms the primary fabric of the jacket
• Half treble crochet (htr) — known as half double crochet (hdc) in US terms — provides additional stitch variety
• Treble crochet (tr) — called double crochet (dc) in US terminology — creates texture and drape
• Chain stitch (ch) — used for foundation rows and shaping increases
• Slip stitch (ss) — employed for joining and finishing edges

Materials and Tools

The Sienna Jacket requires MillaMia Naturally Soft Merino yarn, a premium merino wool blend available exclusively through LoveCrafts. The pattern calls for 6 to 11 balls of 50g (1¾oz) each, depending on the chosen size. Two coordinating colorways form the design: one primary color (A) and one secondary color (B). The pattern provides three alternative colorway options including Lipstick Red with Pitch Black, and Petal Ice with additional tonal variations, alongside the featured Mist and Ice combination.

Construction requires a 3mm (US D/3) crochet hook or the appropriate size needed to achieve the correct tension. Two stitch markers are recommended to track pattern repeats and shaping points throughout the project.

Tension and Gauge

The pattern specifies a tension of 22 stitches and 16 rows to 10cm (4 inches) when working the pattern stitch with a 3mm (US D/3) crochet hook. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for proper fit and finished measurements, as variations in tension will directly affect the jacket's final dimensions.

Design Notes

The Sienna Jacket is described as delightfully Nordic in its aesthetic, particularly in the featured blue and white colorway combination. However, the design proves equally effective in stronger, more vibrant color choices, making it adaptable to various personal style preferences. The pattern includes finished measurement specifications for the model wearing the second size, who is UK size 10 (US size 8) and 173cm (5'8") tall, providing a helpful reference for fit assessment.