Women’s Argyle Jacket Knitting Pattern
The Women’s Argyle Jacket Knitting Pattern is a beautiful blend of sophistication and timeless design. Perfect for layering, this jacket is both stylish and functional, making it an ideal wardrobe essential. With sizes ranging from Small to XL, Plus Sizes 1X–5X, and Petite Sizes XXXS–XS, this pattern has been thoughtfully updated to include modern sizing options for knitters of all skill levels. Its tailored fit and classic argyle pattern provide a polished look, while the worsted-weight yarn ensures warmth and comfort.
This versatile pattern offers something special for every knitter. The argyle motif, worked into the diagonal front panels, adds a vintage charm that has been modernized for today’s knitters. We’ve updated the instructions to include inclusive sizing and modern terminology, making the pattern easier to follow. Whether you’re creating the regular size, a plus-size version, or a petite adaptation, the jacket’s clean lines and thoughtful details ensure a flattering fit for every body type.
Explore the classic Coats and Clark Everyone Wears Sweaters, Book No. 291 (1952). Click to view all the vintage sweater patterns in this timeless collection!
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This pattern is transformed, adapted, and expanded from a public domain design originally published in Coats and Clark Everyone Wears Sweaters Book No. 291 (1952). While the original design is in the public domain, the rewritten instructions and supplementary content on this site are © Tiffany Bliss Mullins, 2025. All rights reserved. Have questions about this pattern, public domain, or copyright? Visit the FAQ page for answers and resources.
Women’s Argyle Jacket Knitting Pattern (Sizes Small–XL)
Key Measurements
| Size | Chest (Buttoned) | Back Width (Underarm) | Back Width (Above Armhole) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 34″ | 17″ | 14½” |
| Medium | 36″ | 18″ | 15¼” |
| Large | 38″ | 19″ | 16″ |
| XL | 40″ | 20″ | 16¾” |
| Size | Front Width (Each Side) | Length (Shoulder to Hem) | Side Seam Length | Sleeve Seam Length | Sleeve Width (Upper Arm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 9¼” | 22″ | 14½” | 16½” | 12¾” |
| Medium | 10″ | 23″ | 15″ | 17″ | 13″ |
| Large | 10¾” | 24″ | 15½” | 17½” | 13¼” |
| XL | 11½” | 25″ | 16″ | 18″ | 13½” |
Materials
- Yarn: Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
- Yardage: ~2,300 (2,500, 2,700, 3,000) yards in navy.
- Contrast colors: ~100 yards each in white and scarlet.
- Knitting Needles:
- Size US 4 (3.5 mm) needles for the main knitting.
- Crochet Hook:
- Size US G-6 (4.0 mm) for finishing.
- Notions:
- 4 buttons (1-inch diameter).
- 1 yard of 1-inch wide grosgrain ribbon.
- 2 snap fasteners.
Pattern Instructions
Back
- Cast On:
- Small: 141 stitches
- Medium: 149 stitches
- Large: 157 stitches
- XL: 165 stitches
- Work in k1, p1 ribbing for 1½ inches.
- Decrease Rows: Decrease 1 stitch at each end of every 3rd row until:
- Small: 113 stitches
- Medium: 121 stitches
- Large: 129 stitches
- XL: 137 stitches
- Work evenly until the piece measures:
- Small: 7 inches
- Medium: 7½ inches
- Large: 8 inches
- XL: 8½ inches
- Increase Rows: Increase 1 stitch at each end of every 7th row until:
- Small: 129 stitches
- Medium: 137 stitches
- Large: 145 stitches
- XL: 153 stitches
- Work evenly until the piece measures:
- Small: 14 inches
- Medium: 15 inches
- Large: 16 inches
- XL: 17 inches
- Shape Armholes: Bind off 7 (7, 8, 8) stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows.
- Decrease 1 stitch at each end every other row until:
- Small: 107 stitches
- Medium: 113 stitches
- Large: 119 stitches
- XL: 125 stitches
- Work evenly until the armholes measure:
- Small: 7 inches
- Medium: 7½ inches
- Large: 8 inches
- XL: 8½ inches
- Shape Shoulders:
- Bind off 11 (12, 13, 14) stitches at the beginning of the next 6 rows.
- Bind off the remaining stitches for the neck.
Front
Work the Left and Right Fronts separately, incorporating the argyle diagonal pattern as follows:
- Cast on 89 (93, 97, 101) stitches.
- Work as for the Back until shaping is specified, adjusting for pocket placement, neck shaping, and buttonholes.
Sleeves
- Cast On:
- Small: 63 stitches
- Medium: 67 stitches
- Large: 71 stitches
- XL: 75 stitches
- Work in ribbing for 1½ inches.
- Increase 1 stitch at each end of every 6th row until:
- Small: 91 stitches
- Medium: 95 stitches
- Large: 99 stitches
- XL: 103 stitches
- Work evenly until the sleeve measures:
- Small: 16 inches
- Medium: 16½ inches
- Large: 17 inches
- XL: 17½ inches
- Shape Sleeve Cap:
- Bind off 7 (7, 8, 8) stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows.
- Decrease 1 stitch at each end every other row until 47 (49, 51, 53) stitches remain.
- Bind off 4 stitches at the beginning of the next 6 rows.
- Bind off the remaining stitches.
Finishing
- Block all pieces to measurements.
- Sew shoulder seams, side seams, and sleeve seams.
- Set in the sleeves.
- Attach pocket flaps, buttons, and fasteners.
- Use a crochet hook to create a single row of sc around the collar, cuffs, and pocket flaps.
This Women’s Argyle Jacket combines a classic design with modern sizing, ensuring a perfect fit for today’s regular sizes. It’s a timeless piece that’s perfect for layering and adds a touch of elegance to any wardrobe. Happy knitting! 😊
Women’s Argyle Jacket Knitting Pattern (Plus Sizes 1X–5X)
Key Measurements
| Size | Chest (Buttoned) | Back Width (Underarm) | Back Width (Above Armhole) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1X | 42″ | 21″ | 17½” |
| 2X | 46″ | 23″ | 19″ |
| 3X | 50″ | 25″ | 20½” |
| 4X | 54″ | 27″ | 22″ |
| 5X | 58″ | 29″ | 23½” |
| Size | Front Width (Each Side) | Length (Shoulder to Hem) | Side Seam Length | Sleeve Seam Length | Sleeve Width (Upper Arm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1X | 12″ | 26″ | 17″ | 18½” | 14½” |
| 2X | 13½” | 27″ | 18″ | 19″ | 15″ |
| 3X | 15″ | 28″ | 19″ | 19½” | 15½” |
| 4X | 16½” | 29″ | 20″ | 20″ | 16″ |
| 5X | 18″ | 30″ | 21″ | 20½” | 16½” |
Materials
- Yarn: Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
- Yardage: ~3,200 (3,400, 3,600, 3,800, 4,000) yards in navy.
- Contrast colors: ~150 yards each in white and scarlet.
- Knitting Needles:
- Size US 4 (3.5 mm) needles for the main knitting.
- Crochet Hook:
- Size US G-6 (4.0 mm) for finishing.
- Notions:
- 4 buttons (1-inch diameter).
- 1 yard of 1-inch wide grosgrain ribbon.
- 2 snap fasteners.
Pattern Instructions
Back
- Cast On:
- 1X: 177 stitches
- 2X: 193 stitches
- 3X: 209 stitches
- 4X: 225 stitches
- 5X: 241 stitches
- Work in k1, p1 ribbing for 1½ inches.
- Decrease Rows: Decrease 1 stitch at each end of every 3rd row until:
- 1X: 145 stitches
- 2X: 161 stitches
- 3X: 177 stitches
- 4X: 193 stitches
- 5X: 209 stitches
- Work evenly until the piece measures:
- 1X: 8 inches
- 2X: 9 inches
- 3X: 10 inches
- 4X: 11 inches
- 5X: 12 inches
- Increase Rows: Increase 1 stitch at each end of every 7th row until:
- 1X: 161 stitches
- 2X: 177 stitches
- 3X: 193 stitches
- 4X: 209 stitches
- 5X: 225 stitches
- Work evenly until the piece measures:
- 1X: 17 inches
- 2X: 18 inches
- 3X: 19 inches
- 4X: 20 inches
- 5X: 21 inches
- Shape Armholes: Bind off 8 (8, 9, 9, 10) stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows.
- Decrease 1 stitch at each end every other row until:
- 1X: 145 stitches
- 2X: 161 stitches
- 3X: 177 stitches
- 4X: 193 stitches
- 5X: 209 stitches
- Work evenly until the armholes measure:
- 1X: 9 inches
- 2X: 9½ inches
- 3X: 10 inches
- 4X: 10½ inches
- 5X: 11 inches
- Shape Shoulders:
- Bind off 14 (15, 16, 17, 18) stitches at the beginning of the next 6 rows.
- Bind off the remaining stitches for the neck.
Front
Follow the instructions for the Back, incorporating the argyle diagonal pattern, pocket placement, buttonholes, and shaping as described in the regular sizes, adjusted for plus-size dimensions.
Sleeves
- Cast On:
- 1X: 77 stitches
- 2X: 85 stitches
- 3X: 93 stitches
- 4X: 101 stitches
- 5X: 109 stitches
- Work in ribbing for 1½ inches.
- Increase 1 stitch at each end of every 6th row until:
- 1X: 113 stitches
- 2X: 121 stitches
- 3X: 129 stitches
- 4X: 137 stitches
- 5X: 145 stitches
- Work evenly until the sleeve measures:
- 1X: 18 inches
- 2X: 18½ inches
- 3X: 19 inches
- 4X: 19½ inches
- 5X: 20 inches
- Shape Sleeve Cap:
- Bind off 8 (8, 9, 9, 10) stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows.
- Decrease 1 stitch at each end every other row until 53 (57, 61, 65, 69) stitches remain.
- Bind off 5 stitches at the beginning of the next 6 rows.
- Bind off the remaining stitches.
Finishing
- Block all pieces to measurements.
- Sew shoulder seams, side seams, and sleeve seams.
- Set in the sleeves.
- Attach pocket flaps, buttons, and fasteners.
- Use a crochet hook to create a single row of sc around the collar, cuffs, and pocket flaps.
This Women’s Argyle Jacket in Plus Sizes (1X–5X) offers a sophisticated style with a timeless fit. Perfect for layering, this pattern brings modern sizing to a classic design. Enjoy creating this stunning wardrobe essential! 😊
Women’s Argyle Jacket Knitting Pattern (Petite Sizes XXXS–XS)
Key Measurements
| Size | Chest (Buttoned) | Back Width (Underarm) | Back Width (Above Armhole) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XXXS | 28″ | 14″ | 12″ |
| XXS | 30″ | 15″ | 13″ |
| XS | 32″ | 16″ | 14″ |
| Size | Front Width (Each Side) | Length (Shoulder to Hem) | Side Seam Length | Sleeve Seam Length | Sleeve Width (Upper Arm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXXS | 7″ | 19″ | 12½” | 14½” | 11″ |
| XXS | 7¾” | 20″ | 13″ | 15″ | 11½” |
| XS | 8½” | 21″ | 13½” | 15½” | 12″ |
Materials
- Yarn: Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
- Yardage: ~1,800 (2,000, 2,200) yards in navy.
- Contrast colors: ~75 yards each in white and scarlet.
- Knitting Needles:
- Size US 4 (3.5 mm) needles for the main knitting.
- Crochet Hook:
- Size US G-6 (4.0 mm) for finishing.
- Notions:
- 4 buttons (¾-inch diameter).
- 1 yard of ¾-inch wide grosgrain ribbon.
- 2 snap fasteners.
Pattern Instructions
Back
- Cast On:
- XXXS: 111 stitches
- XXS: 119 stitches
- XS: 127 stitches
- Work in k1, p1 ribbing for 1½ inches.
- Decrease Rows: Decrease 1 stitch at each end of every 3rd row until:
- XXXS: 91 stitches
- XXS: 99 stitches
- XS: 107 stitches
- Work evenly until the piece measures:
- XXXS: 6 inches
- XXS: 6½ inches
- XS: 7 inches
- Increase Rows: Increase 1 stitch at each end of every 7th row until:
- XXXS: 101 stitches
- XXS: 109 stitches
- XS: 117 stitches
- Work evenly until the piece measures:
- XXXS: 13 inches
- XXS: 14 inches
- XS: 15 inches
- Shape Armholes: Bind off 6 (6, 7) stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows.
- Decrease 1 stitch at each end every other row until:
- XXXS: 85 stitches
- XXS: 91 stitches
- XS: 97 stitches
- Work evenly until the armholes measure:
- XXXS: 6 inches
- XXS: 6½ inches
- XS: 7 inches
- Shape Shoulders:
- Bind off 9 (10, 11) stitches at the beginning of the next 6 rows.
- Bind off the remaining stitches for the neck.
Front
Follow the instructions for the Back, incorporating the argyle diagonal pattern, pocket placement, buttonholes, and shaping as described in the regular sizes, adjusted for petite proportions.
Sleeves
- Cast On:
- XXXS: 51 stitches
- XXS: 55 stitches
- XS: 59 stitches
- Work in ribbing for 1½ inches.
- Increase 1 stitch at each end of every 6th row until:
- XXXS: 79 stitches
- XXS: 83 stitches
- XS: 87 stitches
- Work evenly until the sleeve measures:
- XXXS: 14 inches
- XXS: 14½ inches
- XS: 15 inches
- Shape Sleeve Cap:
- Bind off 6 (6, 7) stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows.
- Decrease 1 stitch at each end every other row until 43 (45, 47) stitches remain.
- Bind off 4 stitches at the beginning of the next 6 rows.
- Bind off the remaining stitches.
Finishing
- Block all pieces to measurements.
- Sew shoulder seams, side seams, and sleeve seams.
- Set in the sleeves.
- Attach pocket flaps, buttons, and fasteners.
- Use a crochet hook to create a single row of sc around the collar, cuffs, and pocket flaps.
This Women’s Argyle Jacket in Petite Sizes (XXXS–XS) is carefully designed for a perfect fit for shorter proportions. It’s a chic and versatile addition to any wardrobe. Enjoy crafting this timeless piece! 😊
