Wrap yourself in a true piece of local history with the Newfoundland Guernsey Pattern Booklet—available exclusively at CAST ON! CAST OFF!
Formerly known as the Newfoundland Pullover, this classic design has been beautifully updated for modern knitters while honouring its traditional roots. Designed by Barbara Harpur and written by Lisa Chatzikirou, this comprehensive printed booklet shares the rich history of how the Newfoundland Guernsey came to be, paired with clear, timeless pattern instructions.
The Newfoundland Guernsey Pattern Booklet brings a unique Newfoundland twist to classic European fisherman sweaters, and includes four versatile patterns for unisex sweaters and matching hats in one or two colours. Featuring a rhythmic diamond-and-zigzag texture, it pairs perfectly with Briggs & Little Heritage yarn (100% Canadian wool) to create a highly wearable, everyday staple steeped in local North Atlantic tradition.
Booklet Includes FOUR Patterns:
- Newfoundland Guernsey Sweater, Two Colour Version
- Newfoundland Guernsey Sweater, One Colour Version
- Newfoundland Guernsey Hat, Two Colour Rib Version
- Newfoundland Guernsey Hat, One Colour Version
Details:
- Printed Booklet: Physical, 31-page full-colour edition available exclusively at CAST ON! CAST OFF! Coil-bound to lie completely flat for easy reading while you knit, with large fold-out charts.
- Yarn: Complete the look with our custom-dyed Briggs & Little Heritage shades, developed exclusively for CAST ON! CAST OFF! and inspired by our home province!
Sizing & Materials:
The Guernsey is knit flat from the bottom up and seamed together for a structured finish.
Sizes: S(M,L,XL)
Finished Chest Measurement: 45(47.5,50,52.75) inches / 114(121,128,134)cm
Yarn: Briggs & Little Heritage (worsted/aran)
Yardage:
- Two Colour Guernsey:
Main Colour: 7(7,8,8) skeins / 1505(1505,1720,1720) yards
Contrast Colour: 1(1,1,1) skeins / 215(215,215,215) yards
- One Colour Guernsey:
8(8,9,9) skeins / 1720(1720,1935,1935) yards
You will also need 4.0mm needles and 5.0mm needles (or as required to meet gauge), stitch holders and darning needle.
Samples shown are knit with:
- White & Orange: Briggs & Little Heritage in Bleached White and COCO’s Bakeapple Jam (size small)
- Red: Briggs & Little Heritage in Red (size medium)
- Blue & Grey: Briggs & Little Heritage in Blue Heather & Sheeps Grey (size large)
We also have Pattern Booklets for:
- Children's Newfoundland Guernsey
- Newfoundland Guernsey Mittens & Hat
- Newfoundland Guernsey for Dogs
Shop our exclusive Collection here!
Ordering only the Pattern Booklet? Select $5 Needles & Notions shipping at checkout.
A very special thanks to Lisa and Barbara for providing their wonderful knitted samples and for allowing CAST ON! CAST OFF! to be the proud, exclusive home of these beautiful booklets. You can view more of their Newfoundland Guernsey Designs on Ravelry.
Also, special thanks to test knitter, Lyanne Dupuis.
Booklets printed locally at Green Bay Digital, Springdale, NL.
