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Baby & Toddler Gansey Knitting Pattern

Baby & Toddler Gansey

  • Difficulty

    Advanced

  • Yarn Type

    Yarn Type

    Aran / Worsted

  • designer

    Designer

    Di Gilpin and Sheila Greenwell

  • Needle Size

    Needle Size

    US 6 / 4.0mm

  • Needle Type

    Needle Type

    Straight, Double-pointed

  • Techniques

    Techniques

    Basic Shaping, Diagonal Seed, Purl Ridge

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Safety Notice: Handmade items made from this pattern may contain small parts or long cords that pose choking or strangulation risks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please see the full safety disclaimer at letsknit.co.uk/safety.

What you need to know

A perfect gansey for babies and toddlers, with a neck flap with button to allow for easy wear, and knitted in the traditional way.

These beautiful patterns are mostly from the East Neuk of Fife; zigzags, herringbone and parallel lines, along with a very special 'seeding' pattern.

Authors/Designers: Di Gilpin & Sheila Greenwell
Photographer: Jason Jenkins
Publishers: David & Charles

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Watch to learn

Brush up on the skills needed for this pattern with this tutorial.

Techniques: Basic Shaping, Diagonal Seed, Purl Ridge, Stocking Stitch

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