Noro V-Neck Jacket (Hanami) Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Noro V-Neck Jacket (Hanami)

What is Being Made

The Noro V-Neck Jacket is a seamed knit cardigan designed to fit bust measurements of 34-38 inches (86-96cm). This garment features a classic V-neckline construction and is worked in a structured, tailored style. The finished jacket measures 39 inches (99cm) in width across the back and 23 inches (58cm) in length, with sleeves measuring 14 inches (35cm). The design accommodates five buttons for closure, making it a functional layering piece suitable for various occasions.

Techniques Used

This pattern employs several key knitting techniques to create its finished structure:

• Bottom-Up Construction: The jacket is worked from the bottom edge upward, beginning with a cast-on at the lower back edge and progressing toward the shoulders and neckline.
• Worked Flat: All pieces are knitted flat on straight needles rather than in the round, allowing for seamed assembly of individual components.
• Lace Elements: Decorative lace patterning is incorporated throughout the garment using yarn-over and decrease techniques to create openwork details.
• Seamed Construction: Individual pieces (back, fronts, and sleeves) are knitted separately and then seamed together to form the completed jacket.
• Shaping Techniques: Armhole shaping is achieved through strategic cast-offs and decreases, while the V-neckline is formed through targeted stitch reductions and shaping rows.

Stitches Used

The pattern utilizes fundamental knitting stitches combined with lace-work techniques:

• Knit Stitch (K): Forms the base structure and stockinette sections of the fabric.
• Purl Stitch (P): Creates textural contrast and ribbed elements within the pattern repeat.
• Yarn Forward (yf) and Yarn Forward Around Needle (yfrn): These yarn-over techniques create the decorative eyelet holes characteristic of lace patterns.
• Purl Two Together (P2tog) and Knit Two Together (K2tog): Decrease stitches used to shape the garment and create the lace pattern openings.
• Garter Stitch: Used in the hem section, created by knitting every row for a textured, non-curling edge.

The main pattern repeat consists of 10 rows worked over a 10-stitch repeat, creating a balanced lace and stockinette combination. The pattern alternates between knit and purl stitches in a structured sequence, with yarn-overs and decreases positioned to form the lace motif throughout the garment.

Materials

The Noro V-Neck Jacket requires the following materials for completion:

• Yarn: 390 grams of Noro Tokonatsu in shade 24. Noro Tokonatsu is a premium hand-dyed yarn known for its distinctive color variations and quality construction.
• Needles: One pair of 4mm (US size 6) straight needles for working the flat pieces.
• Notions: Five buttons for the cardigan closure.

Gauge and Finishing Details

The recommended tension for this pattern is 17 stitches by 24 rows equals 10 centimeters (4 inches) measured over the lace pattern using 4mm needles. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for obtaining the proper finished measurements and ensuring the garment fits as designed. The pattern includes detailed shaping instructions for armholes, back neck, and shoulders, with specific row counts and stitch manipulations to create a professional, well-fitted silhouette.