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A fast, super-chunky long cardigan with deep broken-rib texture, in-seam pocket shaping, wide picked-up collar and neat set-in sleeves. Worked flat on 10 mm needles to an easy ~9 sts/10 cm gauge for a plush, oversized fit.

A flexible design that is compatible with any yarn brand you choose.

Name
Women's Chunky Jacket

Craft
Knitting

Category
Garment → Cardigan → Long / open front

Published/Source
Marle & Row

Yarn Weight
Super Bulky / Super Chunky (CYC #6; AU/NZ ≈ 14-ply)

Gauge
~9 sts × 12–14 rows = 10 cm in pattern on 10 mm (US 15)

Needle Size
10 mm (US 15)

Yardage
Varies by size/yarn; swatch to calculate (see Notes)

Sizes Available
To-fit bust: 30–32 in [76–81 cm]; 34–36 in [86–91 cm]; 38–40 in [97–102 cm]
Actual approx: 43 in [110 cm]; 47 in [119 cm]; 51 in [129 cm]
Length: 16 in [41 cm]; Sleeve seam: 16 in [41 cm] (all sizes)

Style
Oversized; broken-rib texture; set-in sleeves; patch pockets; wide collar

Images/Credits
Marle & Row studio. Sample uses detachable shoulder pads.

Notes/Description
Worked flat in pieces; collar is picked up and knit on. Super-chunky structure gives crisp rib and quick progress.

Seasonality
Autumn/Winter

Yarn Suggestions (compatibility list; ~9 sts/10 cm on ~9–10 mm), by region

UK & EU

• Rowan Big Wool — super-chunky; typically 7.5–9 sts/10 cm on 10–15 mm

• DROPS Snow (Eskimo) — super-bulky; around 10 sts/10 cm on 9 mm (swatch on 9–10 mm)

• Stylecraft Special XL Super Chunky — acrylic super-chunky; 10 mm suggested

• King Cole Big Value Super Chunky — about 10 sts/10 cm on 10 mm

• Scheepjes Namaste — chunky blend suited to 10–12 mm

• Rico Essentials Super/Creative Twist Super Chunky — ~9–10 sts/10 cm on ~10 mm

USA

• Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick — CYC #6; ~9 sts/4 in on 9 mm

• Lion Brand Hometown — CYC #6; ~9 sts/4 in on 9 mm

• Cascade Lana Grande — super-bulky; 8–10 sts/4 in on US 13–17

• Malabrigo Rasta — super-bulky; 8–10 sts/4 in on US 13–19

• Plymouth Encore Mega — super-bulky; ~8 sts/4 in on US 15

Canada

• Briggs & Little Super — sturdy super-bulky; ~11 sts/4 in on 7.5–8 mm (knits looser on 9–10 mm)

• Estelle Bulky (Super Bulky) — ~8–10 sts/4 in on 10–12 mm

• Estelle Merino Big — ~10–12 sts/10 cm on 8–10 mm (swatch on 9–10 mm)

• Loops & Threads Cozy/Cub-type super-bulky — CYC #6; ~10–11 sts/4 in (size up needles as needed)

Australia (14-ply equivalents)

• Patons Inca 14-ply — ~13 sts/10 cm on 7 mm (size up to 9–10 mm to approach ~9 sts)

• Bendigo Woollen Mills Chunky/Chunky Twist 14-ply — quick-knit chunky; swatch on 9–10 mm

• Heirloom Merino Magic Chunky (14–16-ply) — ~13.5 sts/10 cm on 6.5 mm (size up; test fabric)

New Zealand (14-ply equivalents)

• Naturally “Big Natural Colours” 14-ply — ~14 sts/10 cm on 5.5–6.5 mm (size up to 9–10 mm)

• Crucci Decadent 14-ply — ~15 sts/10 cm on 6 mm (size up; check drape)

• Crucci Sporte 14-ply — chunky NZ wool; swatch on 9–10 mm

Swatching note for AU/NZ 14-ply lines: listed gauges are often 13–15 sts/10 cm on 6–7 mm. To hit ~9 sts/10 cm, work on 9–10 mm with a relaxed gauge and confirm fabric hand before committing.

Internationalisation Helpers

• Terminology: tension = gauge; cast off = bind off; stocking stitch = stockinette

• Needle mapping used here: 10 mm = US 15; 9 mm = US 13

• Weight names: Super Chunky (UK/EU) = Super Bulky (CYC #6, US) ≈ 14-ply (AU/NZ)

Yarn Suggestions Disclaimer

The yarns listed are suggested alternatives chosen to match the pattern’s yarn weight, gauge, and general fabric characteristics. They are not endorsements, and Marle & Row receive no compensation from any manufacturer. Always knit and block a tension swatch and adjust your needle size to obtain the stated gauge before beginning. If your chosen yarn has different meterage per ball or a different fibre composition (for example, superwash, cotton, linen, viscose, or acrylic blends), you may need to adjust the quantity purchased and expect differences in drape, warmth, and stitch definition. Substitutions are at the knitter’s discretion, and it is advisable to buy a little extra yarn to allow for swatching, matching dye lots, and any personal modifications.