Knitting Ganseys

About this book

Ganseys are sweaters that developed in 19th-century England as hard-wearing garments for hard-working fishermen. Characterized by their dense dark yarns rich pattern combinations and dropped shoulders these simple square garments provide the modern knitter with a template for a wide variety of classic designs. Detailed step-by-step line drawings and photographs sidebars and formulas help the reader build a foundation of skills. Pattern graphs and instructions for six of the authors own designs are included.