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NORTH COAST GANSEY

 


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It might seem counterintuitive to describe a chunky knit as a summertime jumper. But if you’ve ever holidayed in Ireland, you know it is just the thing you need!

The North Coast in particular is known for its wild, breathtaking scenery… and equally, for its bracing sea breeze.

Even on hot sunny days, on the beaches it is not an uncommon sight to see swimsuit bottoms paired with heavy jumpers on top.

With its easy boxy fit, roomy sleeves, split hem, shoulder buttons for extra ventilation, and of course playful nautical stripes, the North Coast Gansey will ensure you are dressed for Northern Summer and beyond.

The North Coast Gansey is part of the Studio Donegal Soft Chunky Pattern Collection

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MATERIALS & INFORMATION 



SIZING
Size 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
finished pullover measures as follows around chest:
91cm/ 36.5” (103cm/ 41.25”, 114cm/ 45.75”, 125cm/ 50.25”, 137cm/ 54.75”, 148cm/ 59.5”, 160cm/ 64”)

GAUGE

14 sts x 19 rows/ rounds = 10cm/ 4” x 10cm/ 4”


YARN

designed with Studio Donegal Soft Chunky

suitable for chunky-weight yarns or equivalent
(approximately 120m per 100g)


YARN QUANTITIES
project requires 4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 6, 7) 100g skeins main colour
and 1 skein of each contrast colour

NEEDLES

circular needle, 6mm in diameter
or as needed to meet gauge




NOTIONS

tapestry needle, scrap yarn, measuring tape

4 snap closures;
4 decorative buttons (15mm in diameter or as preferred)



SPECIAL TECHNIQUES

short rows to shape the shoulders & tops of sleeve

CONSTRUCTION 

worked in the round, bottom-up, with split yoke worked flat and sleeves worked in the round, top-down

FIT

This pullover can be worn either fitted or oversized, with anywhere from 10cm/ 4” to 30cm/ 12” of ease, according to preference.

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YARN NOTES
The key to getting this sweater right, is choosing a yarn that is just warm enough, but not overly warm. Aim for a merino, or cotton blend that is not plied too tightly (a ‘flat’ rather than bouncy yarn).

Ideal for the task, Studio Donegal Soft Chunky is a loosely plied merino that knits up into a versatile fabric. It feels dry and cooling next to skin, almost cotton-like, and is truly perfect for days out on Northern coastal walks and beaches.

ADAPTING TO ARAN WEIGHT YARNS

This pattern can be adapted to Aran-weight yarns, albeit with a limited sizing range (up to 141cm/ 56.5” chest circumference)
. This is explained in the pattern notes.

SAMPLE INFO.

Cream + Burgundy + Navy
Size 4

knitted in Studio Donegal Soft Chunky

colourways 6507, 6524, 6527

Cream + Orange 
+ Green
Size 3
knitted in 
Studio Donegal Soft Chunky 

colourways 6507, 6530, 6536


also shown:
Kindling Shawl
Tráda Tam
Mosses Beanie
Muru Scarf