Fisherlad Guernsey for the Family* Pattern #9

$5.95

This pattern is also available on ETSY and RAVELRY.

The Fisherlad Guernsey is a timeless fisherman-style sweater pattern designed for the entire family — 13 sizes from toddlers to adults. Inspired by traditional Guernsey sweaters, this classic pullover features clean lines, beautiful texture, and a comfortable fit that never goes out of style.

The pattern is perfect for coordinating family sweaters, handmade gifts, or creating a classic wardrobe staple for every age.

Worked in worsted weight yarn, the sweater is knit in pieces with sleeves worked from the shoulder down to create a relaxed drop-sleeve fit. The simple construction and classic styling make this an enjoyable project with polished results.

No matter what yarn you choose, this sweater always looks beautiful and timeless.

✨ Why You’ll Love This Pattern:

  • Includes sizes for the whole family

  • Classic fisherman/Guernsey styling

  • Timeless unisex design

  • Perfect for heirloom sweaters and family matching sets

  • Beautiful in a wide variety of yarns and colors

📥 Format:

  • PDF download only (no physical item will be shipped)

  • Written in US English knitting terms

🧶 Skill Level:

  • Intermediate

📏 Sizes Included (14 Total):

Children’s Sizes

1 (2, 4, 6, 8, 10) years
Finished Chest: 22” (24”, 26”, 28”, 30”, 32”)

Adult Sizes

34” (36”, 38”, 40”, 42”, 44”, 46”) finished chest measurements

🧵 Yarn Requirements (Worsted Weight):

Children’s

400 (480, 560, 640, 720, 800) yards

Adults

925 (1025, 1125, 1225, 1325, 1425, 1525, 1625) yards

🪡 Needles & Notions:

  • US #5 & US #7 straight needles (or size needed to obtain gauge)

  • US #5 16” circular needle (neckline)

  • 2 stitch holders

  • 4 safety pins

📐 Gauge:

  • 5 stitches = 1”

🧶 Construction Details:

  • Body knit flat in pieces

  • Sleeves knit from the shoulder down

  • Relaxed drop-sleeve construction

  • Classic textured Guernsey styling

💡 Perfect For:

  • Matching family sweaters

  • Traditional fisherman-style knits

  • Cozy everyday pullovers

  • Heirloom handmade gifts

  • Fall and winter wardrobes

* Important! You will receive an email with a downloadable PDF link. This link will expire in 24 hours, so it is important to download and save your pattern. Although digital download links expire 24 hours after they are issued, if you click the link after it has expired, Squarespace now automatically resends a new link.

Patterns are for individual use ONLY and are protected by international copyright law. By purchasing this pattern you agree to print and use this pattern for your personal use. You may not distribute or sell electronic or paper copies of this pattern.


This pattern is also available on ETSY and RAVELRY.

The Fisherlad Guernsey is a timeless fisherman-style sweater pattern designed for the entire family — 13 sizes from toddlers to adults. Inspired by traditional Guernsey sweaters, this classic pullover features clean lines, beautiful texture, and a comfortable fit that never goes out of style.

The pattern is perfect for coordinating family sweaters, handmade gifts, or creating a classic wardrobe staple for every age.

Worked in worsted weight yarn, the sweater is knit in pieces with sleeves worked from the shoulder down to create a relaxed drop-sleeve fit. The simple construction and classic styling make this an enjoyable project with polished results.

No matter what yarn you choose, this sweater always looks beautiful and timeless.

✨ Why You’ll Love This Pattern:

  • Includes sizes for the whole family

  • Classic fisherman/Guernsey styling

  • Timeless unisex design

  • Perfect for heirloom sweaters and family matching sets

  • Beautiful in a wide variety of yarns and colors

📥 Format:

  • PDF download only (no physical item will be shipped)

  • Written in US English knitting terms

🧶 Skill Level:

  • Intermediate

📏 Sizes Included (14 Total):

Children’s Sizes

1 (2, 4, 6, 8, 10) years
Finished Chest: 22” (24”, 26”, 28”, 30”, 32”)

Adult Sizes

34” (36”, 38”, 40”, 42”, 44”, 46”) finished chest measurements

🧵 Yarn Requirements (Worsted Weight):

Children’s

400 (480, 560, 640, 720, 800) yards

Adults

925 (1025, 1125, 1225, 1325, 1425, 1525, 1625) yards

🪡 Needles & Notions:

  • US #5 & US #7 straight needles (or size needed to obtain gauge)

  • US #5 16” circular needle (neckline)

  • 2 stitch holders

  • 4 safety pins

📐 Gauge:

  • 5 stitches = 1”

🧶 Construction Details:

  • Body knit flat in pieces

  • Sleeves knit from the shoulder down

  • Relaxed drop-sleeve construction

  • Classic textured Guernsey styling

💡 Perfect For:

  • Matching family sweaters

  • Traditional fisherman-style knits

  • Cozy everyday pullovers

  • Heirloom handmade gifts

  • Fall and winter wardrobes

* Important! You will receive an email with a downloadable PDF link. This link will expire in 24 hours, so it is important to download and save your pattern. Although digital download links expire 24 hours after they are issued, if you click the link after it has expired, Squarespace now automatically resends a new link.

Patterns are for individual use ONLY and are protected by international copyright law. By purchasing this pattern you agree to print and use this pattern for your personal use. You may not distribute or sell electronic or paper copies of this pattern.