Gansey Ropes & Ladders

A charming design inspired by the ever-popular Gansey sweater, this piece offers beautiful texture without the need for cabling. Traditional “ladder” motifs are featured on the yoke and sleeve tops, while the upper yoke showcases a rope-effect pattern created using twisted stitches. These two striking stitch patterns are separated by garter stitch ridges, adding structure and visual interest to the overall design. The main body and sleeves are worked in classic stocking stitch, with moss stitch borders and a single ridge along each side to provide a clean, balanced finish. The main body is worked bottom up, and the sleeves are worked top down. Full written instructions are provided.