Finished Size: 42 (46, 50, 53)" bust, closed
Trench coats have a timeless appeal, but this oversize, knitted trench just begs for vintage accessories. It may look like an intimidating project, but the bulky yarn is worked on big needles in simple stockinette, and there are no buttonholes!

Yarn: Rowan Big Wool (100% ­merino; 87 yd [80 m]/100 g): #018 latte, 12 (13, 15, 16) balls. Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers
Yarn Weight:
Gauge: 9 sts and 14 rows = 4" in St st
WPI (Wraps per inch):

Needles: Size 15 (10 mm) needles, plus spare needle; Size N/15 (10 mm) crochet hook
Notions: Stitch holders; DK weight yarn in matching color; Markers (m); Yarn needle; Five 1½" buttons; Five large hook and eyes or snaps

This project is available for immediate download. More info about PDF here.
Originally Published in Knitscene, Fall 2007