Carrie - Ladies 4ply bolero style cropped Jacket

**Ladies’ 4-Ply Bolero Style Cropped Jacket Knitting Pattern** Elevate your wardrobe with this charming ladies' 4-ply bolero style cropped jacket, an exquisite piece that combines both elegance and functionality. Designed with a drop loop edging, this versatile jacket can be customized with either long or short sleeves to suit your style preferences and the season. The body of the jacket is skillfully worked in one seamless piece up to the armholes, ensuring ease of construction for knitters. This pattern is available in a range of sizes: S (M-L-XL), making it suitable for a variety of body shapes. The pattern fits a bust size of 80 (90-100-110) cm [31½ (35½-39½-43¼) ins], and the finished garment measures 85 (95-105-115) cm [33½ (37½-41½-45¼) ins], delivering a perfect fit for any occasion. Length options for the jacket are 37 (38-39-40) cm [14½ (15-15¼-15¾) ins], allowing for a stylish cropped look that pairs beautifully with dresses, skirts, or trousers. To create this stunning piece, you will need Bendigo Woollen Mills Luxury 4-ply yarn. The requirements are as follows: for the long sleeve jacket, you will need 2 (2-2-2) 200g balls @720m, and for the short sleeve variation, 1 (1-1-2) balls. The knitting experience is streamlined with the recommended tools, which include a pair of 3.25mm [UK 10, US 3/4] knitting needles, a 3.25mm [UK 10, US 3/4] circular knitting needle, and a wool needle for sewing up your completed project. Don’t forget to have a stitch holder on hand! Achieve the perfect tension with this pattern, which requires 28 stitches and 36 rows to measure 10cm [4 ins] over stocking stitch, using the recommended 3.25mm needles. The pattern has an "Easy" rating, making it an ideal project for both beginner and experienced knitters looking to enhance their skills. Please note that this delightful pattern is protected by copyright, ensuring that you receive high-quality content when you choose to craft this beautiful bolero jacket. Get started today and enjoy the satisfaction of wearing your very own handmade clothing! **Keywords:** Ladies 4-ply bolero jacket pattern, cropped jacket knitting pattern, easy knitting patterns, Bendigo Woollen Mills yarn, women's knitted clothing, free knitting patterns, custom sleeve options.