Matinee Jacket, Hat & Booties Set Knitting Pattern (K3078)
Naturally K3078 - Opal Aquarell 4ply
A beautiful vintage-inspired baby matinee set featuring a delicate lace pattern throughout. This coordinated three-piece knitting pattern includes a lace jacket with button front, matching hat, and booties.
Designed in soft 4ply yarn, this lightweight baby set is ideal for layering and makes a thoughtful handmade gift for newborns and infants. Construction Overview
Jacket
• Worked flat in separate pieces
• Lace pattern throughout body and sleeves
• Raglan shaping
• Button front
• Neckband picked up and worked in garter stitch
• Seamed construction
Hat
• Worked flat
• Ribbed brim
• Lace body
• Crown shaping decreases
Booties
• Worked flat
• Shaped sole
• Ribbed cuff with lace fold-over section
• Seamed finishing Sizes
To fit chest:
35 (40) 45 cm
14 (16) 18 inches Finished Measurements (Jacket) To Fit Chest 35 cm 40 cm 45 cm Actual chest (cm) 40 45 50 Back length (cm) 20 25 29 Sleeve length to underarm (cm) 10 13 15
Designed with approximately 5 cm of positive ease for comfortable layering. Yarn Requirements
OPAL Aquarell 4ply
100 g balls - 425m Size 35 cm 40 cm 45 cm Balls required 1 2 2 Approx. meterage (m) 425m 850m 850m
Needles & Notions
• 2.75 mm straight needles (US 2)
• 3.25 mm straight needles (US 3)
• 3 buttons
• Stitch holders
• Tapestry needle
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. Gauge
28 stitches × 36 rows = 10 × 10 cm
Stocking stitch on 3.25 mm needles
Checking tension carefully is essential for correct sizing. Design Features
• Delicate lace stitch pattern
• Classic matinee styling
• Coordinated three-piece baby set
• Lightweight 4ply fabric
• Ideal for newborn gifting Skill Level
★ ★ ★
Intermediate – suitable for knitters comfortable with lace stitches, raglan shaping, and garment assembly. Why You’ll Love This Pattern
• Beautiful heirloom-style baby knit
• Lightweight and breathable
• Perfect baby shower or newborn gift
• Elegant lace detail
• Classic timeless design