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Petra Jacket – yarn and yarn alternatives
by PetiteKnit
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Tools
- 4 mm circular needle (40, 60, 80 and/or 100 cm), 3,5 mm circular needle (80 and/or 100 cm) and 3 mm circular needle (60 or 80 cm). 4 and 3,5 mm double-pointed needles if not using Magic Loop. 5 buttons, diameter 18–20 mm.
- Gauge
- 18 sts x 26 rows = 10 x 10 cm in stocking stitch on 4 mm needles, after washing.
Which yarn do you need for Petra Jacket? Find the recommended yarn, quantities by size and alternative yarns here. Petra Jacket is a roomy knitted jacket with a ribbed collar and double-knitted button bands. It is worked from the top down with shaped shoulders and raglan increases, while the sleeves are knitted in the round. The design has approximately 22 cm of positive ease and fastens with five buttons.
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Yarn for Petra Jacket
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M = bust circumference 90–95 cm, finished chest circumference 114 cm, back shoulder width 38 cm, length 56 cm.
Recommended positive ease: approximately 22 cm. Length is measured at the centre back, excluding the neckband.
Colour: Regnvejrsdagas specified in the pattern
The designer’s own yarn suggestions
PetiteKnit also lists these yarns in the pattern. Choose one to update the calculations.
The pattern specifies Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
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Where can I buy yarn for Petra Jacket?
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Weight
50 g
Length
125 m
You need
10 skeins
- 60 Garner NordCheapest
from SEK 110 / skein
SEK 1,100
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from SEK 110 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 1,100
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from SEK 115 / skein
SEK 1,150
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Buy all yarn · size M
- 10 × Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
Estimated total cost: SEK 1,100 · all from Lilla garnbutiken: SEK 1,100
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Alternative yarns for Petra Jacket
We only suggest yarns with a very similar gauge and length per gram – so your garment comes out the right size, even with a different brand.
Want the yarn to feel different?
Instead of Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
Always make a gauge swatch when substituting yarn. Our assessment of feel is based on fibre and spinning method – everyone experiences itchiness differently.
Frequently asked questions about yarn for Petra Jacket
How much yarn do I need for Petra Jacket?
- XXS: 9 skeins Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
- XS: 9 skeins Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
- S: 10 skeins Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
- M: 10 skeins Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
- L: 11 skeins Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
- XL: 11 skeins Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
- 2XL: 12 skeins Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
- 3XL: 12 skeins Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
- 4XL: 13 skeins Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
- 5XL: 13 skeins Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
Which yarn is used in Petra Jacket?
The pattern is written for Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino (main yarn). Gauge: 18 sts x 26 rows = 10 x 10 cm in stocking stitch on 4 mm needles, after washing..
Can I use a different yarn for Petra Jacket?
Yes, if the gauge matches. The closest match to Heavy Merino among our yarns is Lana Gatto Eco Cashmere (94% match). Recalculate the amount in metres and read how to substitute yarn.
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