Matinee Coat by Bellmans Scotch Wool

Matinee Coat

Knitting
Bellmans 3 ply
Greenock 3 ply
Light Fingering ?
7.5 stitches and 9.5 rows = 1 inch
in stocking stitch
US 3 - 3.25 mm
18 inch chest
English

Materials
Three 1oz balls
Pair needles UK No 10 (equivalent to US 3 - 3.25mm)
Three buttons

Measurements
To fit chest 18 inches
Length 9 inches
Sleeve seam 4½ inches

The sleeves are knit until a few rows of raglan shaping have been completed. Back and Fronts are knit together, then divided for armholes. The yoke is then worked across all three pieces.

The front bands are knit with the body.