Classic Sweater in Guernsey Style Knitting Pattern
Classic Sweater in Guernsey Style Knitting Pattern
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Celebrate heritage and craftsmanship with the Classic Sweater in Guernsey Style Knitting Pattern, a timeless design inspired by traditional fisherman knits. This sweater features iconic textured panels, structured shaping, and a comfortable fit that blends practicality with classic charm. Perfect for cool weather and everyday layering, it’s a durable, stylish piece that never goes out of fashion.
Designed for knitters who love rich detail and clear guidance, the pattern includes step-by-step instructions, detailed charts or photos, and expert tips to walk you through each section. Whether you're honouring tradition or simply creating a standout garment, this pattern offers a rewarding and meaningful knitting experience.
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Language: English US and UK Terms, Japanese
Skill Level: The knitting level for this pattern is Confident Beginners
Sizes:
- XS(S, M, L)(XL, 2XL, 3XL)(4XL, 5XL, 6XL)
- Finished bust circumference: 101.5(109, 116.5, 124)(131.5, 139, 146.5)(157.5, 165, 176.5) cm / 40(43, 45.75, 48.75)(51.75, 54.75, 57.75)(62, 65, 69.5)”
- Designed to fit with 20–25 cm / 8–10“ of positive ease.
Materials and other details:
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Yarn: Sample 1 (with neck ribbing): 5(5, 5, 5)(6, 6, 6)(7, 7, 7) skeins of Purl Soho Linen Quill fingering (50% Wool, 35% Alpaca, 15% Linen; 401 meters/100g), colorway Red Poppy. Yarn is held double.Or 1670(1720, 1760, 1900)(2030, 2200, 2330)(2470, 2630, 2760) meters / 1826(1881, 1925, 2078)(2220, 2406, 2548)(2701, 2876, 3018) yards of fingering weight yarn or a half length of worsted weight yarn.
Sample 2 (boat neck): 3(3, 3, 3)(3, 4, 4)(4, 4, 4) skeins of Purl Soho Good Wool (100% wool; 350 meters/100g), colorway Heirloom White, and 3(3, 3, 4)(4, 4, 4)(4, 5, 5) skeins of Purl Soho Tussock (60% Mohair, 40% Silk; 300 meters/25g), colorway Pink Fog. Both yarns are held together throughout the pattern.Or 800(820, 850, 910)(980 1060, 1120)(1190, 1270, 1340) meters / 875(897, 930, 995)(1072, 1159, 1225)(1301, 1389, 1465) yards of sport weight and lace weight yarn. - Needles: 3 main circular needles (or 2 circular needles + waste yarn) and 1 smaller circular needle.Needles for sample 1: 5.5 mm / US 9 / JP 11 as main needle, 4.5 mm / US 7 /JP 8 as smaller needle for neck, hem and cuff.Needles for sample 2: 6 mm / US 10 / JP 13 as main needle, 5 mm / US 8 /JP 10 as smaller needle for neck, hem and cuff.Adjust needle size if necessary to get gauge.
- Gauge: 16 sts x 22 rows = 10 cm /4“, with main needle in stockinette stitch after wet blocking.
- Notions: 9 stitch markers (4 for tulip cable, 4 for increase sts, 1 in different color for EOR), cable needle, waste yarn, tapestry needle, tape measure (is very useful if you will try on the sweater during knitting).
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