Noro Jacket Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Noro Jacket

What Is Being Made

This is an intermediate-level knitted cardigan jacket sized for X-Small, designed to fit a bust measurement of 34-38 inches (86-96 centimeters). The finished garment features an underarm width of 42 inches (106 centimeters), a back length of 29 inches (73 centimeters), and sleeves measuring 16½ inches (42 centimeters) in length. This is a classic seamed cardigan construction suitable for layering and everyday wear.

Techniques Used

The Noro Jacket is constructed using seamed and worked flat knitting techniques. Working flat means the pieces are knitted back and forth on straight needles rather than in the round, creating individual pattern pieces that are later joined together. The seaming technique allows for clean, professional finishing where the separate pieces—front panels, back, and sleeves—are stitched together to create the complete garment. This approach provides excellent control over shaping and fit, making it ideal for a structured cardigan design.

Stitches and Stitch Techniques

The pattern employs a variety of fundamental and intermediate knitting stitches and techniques:

• Knit and purl stitches form the foundation of the fabric structure
• Make one increases (both knitwise and purlwise variations) are used for shaping, created by lifting the strand between stitches and working into the back loop
• Slip, slip, knit (SSK) and slip, slip, purl (SSP) decreases provide symmetrical shaping on both sides of the garment
• Yarn overs create new stitches and may contribute to textural or decorative elements
• Slip stitches are employed, particularly as selvage stitches along edges to facilitate easier seaming
• Pick up and knit/purl techniques are used to add stitches along finished edges, essential for creating necklines, button bands, and other edgings
• Chart reading is incorporated, with "no stitch" spaces indicating areas where stitches have been decreased or not yet made
• Stitch markers are placed to help track pattern repeats and shaping points throughout construction

Materials

The Noro Jacket requires 5 skeins of Noro Silk Garden Sock yarn in colorway #59, with each skein weighing 100 grams. The project calls for one pair of US size 8 (5mm) needles, or the size needed to obtain the specified gauge for the pattern. The editor recommends using LYKKE® needles and hooks for best results, ensuring smooth stitching and comfortable knitting throughout the project.