Noro Patterns Coat Crochet Pattern

Noro Patterns Crochet Jacket

Garment Overview

This crochet jacket is an intermediate-level project designed as part of the Get Squared™ program. The garment is worked in a seamless, flat construction method, making it an accessible option for experienced crocheters looking to expand their skills. The jacket features a classic silhouette with finished measurements ranging from Small to X-Large sizes.

Finished Measurements

• Back Width at Underarm: Approximately 16 (17¼, 18½, 20) inches / 40.5 (44, 47, 50.5) centimeters
• Total Length: Approximately 22½ (23, 24, 24½) inches / 57 (58.5, 61, 62) centimeters, measured from center back neck to lower edge with no stitch collar folded
• Upper Arm Circumference: 12 (13½, 14½, 16) inches / 30.5 (34.5, 37, 40.5) centimeters

Construction Techniques

This jacket employs seamless construction and is worked flat, meaning pieces are crocheted in individual flat sections rather than in the round. This approach simplifies shaping and allows for straightforward pattern reading. The flat-worked method makes it easier to adjust fit and incorporate stitch decreases and increases throughout the body and sleeves.

Crochet Stitches and Shaping Methods

The pattern utilizes fundamental crochet techniques for garment shaping:

• Decreases: Reduce the number of stitches in a row using standard decrease methods
• Increases: Add stitches to a row to expand the garment width, particularly useful for sleeve cap shaping and bust expansion
• Stitch Markers: Loop contrasting yarn or purchased stitch markers onto the hook to identify key shaping points and pattern repeats
• Pick Up and Crochet: Crochet into loops along edges, commonly used when adding edgings, collars, or connecting separate sections
• Selvage Stitches: Edge stitches incorporated to simplify seaming, even though the design is seamless

Materials Required

The jacket is designed to be worked with Noro Taiyo yarn in colorway #21. Yardage requirements vary by size:

• Small and Medium sizes: 5–6 x 100-gram balls
• Large size: 6 x 100-gram balls
• X-Large size: 7 x 100-gram balls

The pattern calls for a Size US J–10 (6mm) crochet hook, or the size needed to obtain the specified gauge. Achieving proper gauge is essential for accurate finished measurements and proper fit.

Skill Level and Design Program

Rated for experienced crocheters, this intermediate project is part of the Get Squared™ program, a structured design initiative. The combination of seamless, flat construction with strategic shaping makes this jacket suitable for makers who have mastered basic crochet stitches and are ready to tackle garment-level projects with multiple size options.