Herring Girl

Herring Girl Sleeveless Sweater Pattern

Introducing the Herring Girl, a beautifully crafted sleeveless sweater that combines traditional Gansey sweater details with a modern twist. This unique piece is designed to be knit from the top down, ensuring a flattering fit with a generous positive ease of approximately 22 cm (8.75 in) around the bust. If you find yourself between two sizes, we recommend opting for the smaller size to achieve the best look.

One of the standout features of the Herring Girl sweater is its versatility. You can easily customize the length to meet your personal style preferences by adjusting the straight stockinette section. This flexibility allows you to tailor the sweater's fit, which will also influence the amount of yarn you will need. Whether you wear it layered over a shirt for added warmth or on its own for a lighter feel, this sweater is perfect for transitioning through several seasons, making it a staple in your wardrobe.

The pattern instructions are designed with user-friendliness in mind, complete with links to video tutorials on various special techniques to help you along the way. Each size comes with structured stitch patterns featuring a combination of knitted and purled stitches as well as simple cable designs, all provided in easy-to-read charts. A familiarity with reading charts will enhance your knitting experience.

This pattern is specifically designed for Julie Asselin Journey Sport yarn (please note that this yarn is not available at Lovecrafts). For an alternative yarn, we suggest Lana Grossa Cool Wool, which will provide a similar outcome in texture and appearance.

Get started on your Herring Girl sleeveless sweater today and enjoy a rewarding knitting project that results in a stylish, high-quality garment. Perfect for knitters of all skill levels, this pattern merges traditional techniques with contemporary design, making it a must-try for any knitting enthusiast!