North Coast Gansey

.......... NORTH COAST GANSEY

 
 .......... 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][1] .......... 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. .......... 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](/patterns/library/kindling-shawl) [Tráda Tam](/patterns/library/trada-tam) [Mosses Beanie](/patterns/library/mosses-beanie) [Muru Scarf](/patterns/library/muru-scarf) [1]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/studio-donegal-soft-chunky-pattern-collection