Modern Gansey

Discover our stunning gansey style sweater pattern, expertly designed with a modern twist for the contemporary knitter. This gorgeous garment features charming alternating bobbles artfully placed between delicate rows of tiny eyelets on the yoke, adding a unique flair to your knitting project. The sleeves are skillfully worked from the top down, beginning with a beautifully coordinated pattern band that matches the band at the base of the yoke. The carefully crafted neckline is slightly open at the front, providing enough room to comfortably layer a shirt or turtleneck underneath, making this sweater a versatile addition to your wardrobe.

If you wish to add length to your sweater, it's easy to do! Simply repeat the 10 rows of the Main Pattern for a customized fit. The main body of this spectacular project is constructed from the bottom up, ensuring a seamless knitting experience. All instructions are provided in full written format, making it accessible for knitters of varying skill levels.

To fit bust:

76-81 (86-91, 97-102, 107-112, 117-122, 127-132) cm

30-32 (34-36, 38-40, 42-44, 46-48, 50-52) ins

Actual bust size, approx.:

94 (104, 114, 124, 134, 144) cm

37 (41, 45, 49, 53, 57) ins

Length to shoulder shaping, approx.:

57 (58, 60, 61, 62, 63) cm

22½ (23, 23½, 24, 24½, 25) ins

Sleeve length:

All sizes – 43 cm (17 ins)

Yarn requirements:

For this project, we recommend using West Yorkshire Spinners Fleece DK yarn, which boasts a generous 225 metres (246 yards) per 100g hank. You will need 5 (5, 6, 6, 7, 7) x 100g hanks in the beautiful shade Fellside 1038 to complete your sweater.

Embrace your creativity and elevate your knitting skills with this gorgeous gansey style sweater, perfect for chilly days or as a stylish layering piece. Whether you are an experienced knitter or a novice eager to learn, this pattern is sure to delight and inspire. Start your knitting journey today!