On the English Channel islands of Guernsey and Jersey, the wives of fishermen and sailors have been hand-knitting woolen sweaters since the fifteenth century. Both Queen Mary I and Queen Elizabeth I wore Guernsey knitwear.
Five centuries later, island knitters still finish the sweaters by hand without using needle and thread. By retaining some of its oil, the natural wool helps repel water and guards against cold even if the sweater gets damp. Perfect for a cool day or as a warm layer under a BigPockets jacket for cold days, yet also light enough and breathable to be worn indoors. Unlike bulky Irish fisherman sweaters, the tight knit, elegant Guernsey can pack compactly, making it an ideal travel sweater for field and city.
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