This pullover features traditional nineteenth-century gansey, or guernsey, construction: rich knit/purl patterning, dropped shoulders, garter stitch "seam" stitches at each side, and underarm gussets that allow the wearer additional freedom of movement.
Finished Size: 34 (38, 42, 46, 50, 54)" (86.5 [96.5, 106.5, 117, 127, 137] cm) bust/chest circumference. Sweater shown measures 42" (106.5 cm).
Yarn: Cherry Tree Hill Green Mountain Mohair (85% wool, 15% mohair; 1140 yd/24 oz [1042 m/680 g]): green mountain madness, 24 (24, 24, 28, 28, 32) oz.
Yarn weight: #4 - Medium
Gauge: 16 sts and 24 rnds = 4" (10 cm) in St st.
Needles: Body and Sleeves—Size 9 (5.5 mm): 24" (60 cm) circular (cir) and double-pointed (dpn); Ribbing—Size 7 (4.5 mm): 24" (60 cm) cir and dpn. Adjust needle sizes if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Markers (m); five stitch holders; tapestry needle.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Spring 1998