Jerod's Worsted Weight Gansey

This delightful child's gansey pattern is designed for an easy and enjoyable knit using worsted weight yarn. The garment features charming horizontal patterning and simple shoulder extensions that add both style and comfort. With carefully crafted seam stitches and bisected underarm gussets, this gansey offers an excellent fit for your little one. The ribbed cuff, neckband, and bottom edge create a polished finish, making it a perfect addition to any child's wardrobe.

The construction is seamless for added convenience: you'll knit in the round from the cast-on to the underarm, then transition to flat knitting for the upper body until reaching the shoulders. After joining the shoulders, the sleeves are seamlessly picked up and knitted down to the cuffs, ensuring a cohesive look without any cumbersome sewing. Not only is this garment practical, but it's also a fun project that brings joy to both the knitter and the wearer. The gauge for this easy child's gansey is 18 stitches and 24 rows/rnds per 4 inches (10 cm) in Stockinette stitch, ensuring a comfy fit with excellent drape and structure.

Featured Techniques: Long Tail (double Cast-on), Rig ‘n’ Furrow Shoulder Extensions, and the Kitchener Stitch. Perfect for knitters looking to enhance their skills while creating a beautiful finished piece, this gansey pattern is ideal for all levels of experience. Enjoy the process of creating a unique and cherished garment that your child will love wearing!