Gansey V-Neck Vest

Knitting Pattern – Naturally N1790

This classic Gansey-style V-neck vest features a beautifully textured stitch pattern inspired by traditional knitwear. The design combines a structured textured body with a clean V-neck and ribbed trims, creating a timeless and versatile layering piece.

The vest is worked flat in separate pieces from the bottom up, beginning with a decorative textured hem before transitioning into the all-over gansey-style pattern. The V-neck is shaped during the front construction, and neat ribbed bands are picked up and worked around the neckline and armholes.

Photographed in Chaska Wara DK / 8ply, a soft yarn that enhances the texture and stitch definition.

Sizes

Designed with approximately 5 cm positive ease for a classic fit.

Yarn Requirements

Recommended yarn: Chaska Wara DK / 8ply - 150m / 50g

*Estimated from 50 g ball quantities listed in the pattern.

Suitable for DK / 8 ply yarns with good stitch definition to highlight textured patterns.

Needles & Notions

• 4.00 mm knitting needles

• 3.50 mm knitting needles

• 3.25 mm circular needles (for neckband and armholes)

• Stitch holder

• Stitch marker

• Tapestry needle

Gauge

22 stitches × 24 rows
Stocking stitch on 4.00 mm needles

Checking your tension is recommended to ensure correct sizing.

Construction Overview

• Knit flat in separate pieces (back and front)

• Bottom-up construction

• Decorative gansey-style textured hem

• All-over textured stitch pattern through body

• Armholes shaped with decreases

• Front divided for V-neck shaping

• Shoulders seamed

• Neckband and armhole bands picked up and worked in rib

• Side seams sewn during finishing

✔ Classic gansey-inspired texture
✔ Timeless V-neck vest
✔ Great layering piece
✔ Suitable for intermediate knitters