The Kiwi Knit and Stitch Co Mio Jacket & Hat 8ply

A kimono-inspired jacket with clean lines and soft garter ridges — this printed pattern creates an easy, flowing fit that's simple to wear and perfect for little ones' everyday adventures. With generous ease for comfort and movement, the Mio Jacket features seamless construction and your choice of one, two, or three buttons to finish the look.

Why You'll Love This Pattern:

- Printed pattern (not a download) — posted to you
- Kimono-inspired design with clean lines and beautiful garter texture
- Seamless body worked in one piece to the armholes for minimal finishing
- Flexible styling: choose one, two, or three buttons
- Matching hat pattern included
- 7 jacket sizes and 5 hat sizes from newborn to 6 years
- Designed by The Kiwi Stitch & Knit
- Locally stocked and shipped from Rangiora

Yarn Requirements (8ply/DK):

Jacket only:
3–6m: 400m
6–12m: 500m
1–2y: 500m
2–3y: 600m
3–4y: 600m
4–5y: 700m
5–6y: 800m

Jacket & Hat combined:
3–6m: 500m
6–12m: 600m
1–2y: 600m
2–3y: 700m
3–4y: 800m
4–5y: 800m
5–6y: 900m

Jacket Sizes & Measurements:
Age: 3–6m, 6–12m, 1–2y, 2–3y, 3–4y, 4–5y, 5–6y
Finished chest: 52cm, 56cm, 59cm, 63cm, 66cm, 70cm, 74cm
Back length: 29cm, 32cm, 35cm, 37cm, 40cm, 43cm, 45cm
Sleeve length (cuff folded): 16cm, 18cm, 20cm, 22cm, 24cm, 26cm, 28cm

Hat Sizes:
Age: 3–6m, 6–12m, 1–2y, 2–4y, 4–6y
To fit circumference: 42cm, 45cm, 47cm, 49cm, 51cm

Pattern Details:
Needles: 4.0mm (circular needles recommended for garment width), 3.5mm (hat band only)
Yarn weight: 8ply/DK
Suggested yarn: Touch Yarns 8Ply
Construction: Body worked seamlessly in one piece to armholes, then fronts and backs worked flat to shoulders
Ease: Designed for 8–12cm positive ease for comfortable, flowing fit
Cuffs: Designed to be worn folded — unfold for approximately 5cm extra length

Yarn quantities are approximate; tension varies by knitter. Check your tension and adjust needle size as needed