Garter Stitch Dog Jacket by Annie Modesitt

Garter Stitch Dog Jacket

Knitting
April 2006
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
4 stitches and 6 rows = 1 inch
in garter stitch
US 7 - 4.5 mm
3.75 mm (F)
315 - 630 yards (288 - 576 m)
English
This pattern is available for free.

Sizes
Girth: 8.5 (11.75, 15, 18, 21.25, 24.5, 27.75, 31) inches

Measure the dog’s chest around the widest point to determine the girth. If you’re still not sure what size to make, Annie’s provided a chart to help you select the right size for your dog.

Materials

  • 315 (315, 315, 475, 475 , 475, 630, 630) yards of chunky weight wool blend yarn. The sample sweater is made with Plymouth Encore Chunky.
  • Knitting needles: Size 7 (4.5mm) circular needle in a length a bit longer than the girth for the size you are making or size to obtain gauge
  • One piece of 1/2 inch-wide Velcro, 7.75 (10.5, 13.5, 16.5, 19.5, 22.25, 25, 28) inches long
  • 3.75mm (Size F-5 U.S) crochet hook (optional)
  • Darning needle for weaving in ends